Accessories for BMW R 80 R

Accessories for the BMW R 80 R

The BMW R 80 R is a classic-style road bike that lends itself to everyday journeys as well as unhurried rides at the weekend. Those different uses shape what is worth fitting. In town, the way the controls feel can matter on every journey; out on winding roads, your attention may turn to braking and your riding position. It is also worth thinking about where the bike spends its time when you are not riding it.

What riders usually fit to the BMW R 80 R

• Brakes: relevant if your R 80 R sees a mixture of urban traffic and open roads. Braking is part of how you manage both a changing pace in town and the approach to a bend, so this is a practical place to focus. Braking is among the accessory brands available for this bike.
• Handlebars: the reach to the controls affects how you sit on a road bike, particularly when a short trip turns into a longer ride. If you use the BMW for commuting and for leisurely miles, the position of your hands deserves thought alongside the route you usually take.
• Covers and blankets: useful to consider when the bike is parked between rides, whether that is overnight after a commute or for longer between weekend outings. A cover addresses a different part of ownership from the components you use while riding: looking after the R 80 R when it is standing still.

There is no need to approach every journey in the same way. If you spend most of your time on country roads, braking and your position at the bars may be your priorities. If the bike often waits between outings, protection while parked may be more relevant. The right starting point is the part of riding, or keeping, this BMW that matters most to you.