Offered for sale is a genuine factory BMW R80 G/S Paris Dakar, verified by BMW Group Classic archives — not a conversion.
A rare opportunity to secure a highly collectible Paris Dakar with strong provenance, original Alpine White paint, and a very honest, well-preserved motorcycle.
Factory & Provenance
• Verified by BMW Group Classic as a genuine R80GS Paris Dakar
• Manufactured: 1 August 1984
• Delivered new to Australia – March 1985
• Original colour: Alpine White (Paris Dakar specification)
• Matching numbers motorcycle (original engine)
Condition & Presentation
• Original Alpine White paint, presenting very well for its age
• 34,900 km
• Fuel tank signed by Gaston Rahier (Paris–Dakar legend)
• Complete with original accessories
• Very honest, original example — not over-restored
Original Accessories Included
• Original BMW tool kit
• Original BMW air pump
• Rear rack fitted with leather storage box
Tasteful, period-correct upgrades have been carried out to improve reliability and usability, including:
• Siebenrock 1000cc cylinder kit
• Upgraded front brake (larger disc with Brembo twin-pot caliper)
• Wilbers rear shock
• Heated grips
• Barkbusters The original front brake caliper and disc are included with the sale.
Mechanical
Recent maintenance and upgrades include:
• New diode board
• New ignition coil
• New universal joint The bike starts, runs, and rides very well.
Overall Condition
• Original paint presents very well overall
• Minor age-related imperfections consistent with a 40+ year old motorcycle
• One small dent on the lower left-hand side of the fuel tank, which does not detract from the overall presentation
Registration
• Currently on NSW Historic Registration
• To be sold unregistered (historic registration not transferable)
A rare and increasingly hard-to-find genuine Paris Dakar model that would suit a collector, enthusiast, or rider wanting a highly original air-cooled BMW with strong provenance and tasteful upgrades.
Serious enquiries only.
