Accessories for BMW R 65

Accessories for the BMW R 65

The BMW R 65 is a classic road bike suited to everyday journeys and unhurried rides alike. That makes the way you ride it a useful starting point when looking at accessories. Braking feel matters on a winding road as well as in town, your position at the bars matters over a longer day, and what happens when the bike is parked matters too. This page brings together accessories for the R 65 from 1978 to 1985.

What riders usually fit to the BMW R 65

• Brakes: On a classic road bike, a predictable response at the lever helps you settle into the rhythm of a country road. It is just as relevant when a ride takes you through junctions and slower urban traffic. Brake components are therefore worth considering in relation to how your R 65 feels on the journeys you make most often. Braking is among the accessory brands available here.
• Handlebars: Where your hands rest shapes the experience of riding the R 65, particularly when a short trip turns into an afternoon on the road. Handlebar accessories draw attention to that contact point and to the posture that works for your usual rides. Think about whether you spend more time threading through town or riding a series of quieter roads; the demands on your riding position are not quite the same. HIGHSIDER is one of the brands in this category.
• Covers and blankets: Riding is only part of life with a classic motorcycle. If your BMW spends time parked between outings, covering it can help keep dust off while it is not being used. Where you leave the R 65 makes a difference to what you need from this type of accessory, especially if it is sometimes parked outside rather than in a garage.

A good place to start is with the rides you actually take and where the bike waits between them. Both are part of using an R 65.