These old BMW motorcycles are known for their longevity so a 1980 Running When Parked R65 is not as much of a gamble as say, a smaller displacement motorcycle from the same era. Unfortunately, there is a catch. This old beauty is being sold by a third party and the claimed “Running When Parked” is just that…claimed. The car dealership has no way of knowing if the bike was indeed running when it was last shut off. They had to take the seller’s word of it.
If you are a BMW fan and handy with your tools, the asking price is not crazy. A “fair” condition R65 is valued at $1350. You can find out if the bike is still available in Los Angeles by clicking here.
WHAT IS A RWP?
The phrase “Running When Parked” (RWP) is code for a once treasured possession that has been neglected in the corner of the garage or tool shed for far too long. Lacking the energy, time or resources to bring the little beauty back to life, the owner lists it for sale in hopes that a new owner will massage it back to health. Our collection of RWP bikes fall into two distinct categories; treasure or trash. And you are the only one who can properly judge which category the bike belongs in.