Hi Forum Members-
I have been fortunate to have received a lot of great help and advice from this forum, so hoping to find some magic one more time.
I recently purchased an ‘81 R65, which is proving to be more challenging than I expected. I’ve had a number of both airheads and K models, but this is my first 248/1 bike and obtaining some parts has been a lot more difficult than the 247 counterparts.
The bike has low miles (assuming to be accurate based on other items) and is original. However, the previous owner made sure that he successfully dented the fuel tank enough to make repair out of the question. I have contacted two major parts dealers for a replacement, to include RE-Psycle BMW and also Beemer Boneyard. Neither have one currently available. Ebay offerings have not appealing due to sizable dents like the one I have.
If anyone knows where I can find a ‘79-84 R65 fuel tank that is in good to very good condition, I would appreciate hearing from you.
Thank you!!!
Tom
I have been fortunate to have received a lot of great help and advice from this forum, so hoping to find some magic one more time.
I recently purchased an ‘81 R65, which is proving to be more challenging than I expected. I’ve had a number of both airheads and K models, but this is my first 248/1 bike and obtaining some parts has been a lot more difficult than the 247 counterparts.
The bike has low miles (assuming to be accurate based on other items) and is original. However, the previous owner made sure that he successfully dented the fuel tank enough to make repair out of the question. I have contacted two major parts dealers for a replacement, to include RE-Psycle BMW and also Beemer Boneyard. Neither have one currently available. Ebay offerings have not appealing due to sizable dents like the one I have.
If anyone knows where I can find a ‘79-84 R65 fuel tank that is in good to very good condition, I would appreciate hearing from you.
Thank you!!!
Tom