[{"id": 17146051, "authorName": "rwbandler", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rwbandler/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\"The factory frame tag is no longer on the bike. The current North Carolina title lists the VIN as \u201cWB103650XC6370390\u201d and only the serialized last seven characters are stamped on the frame.\" \r\n\r\nDoes the factory frame tag exist? Lovely bike.\r\nThanks-\r\nRob", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1742601936, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17146158, "authorName": "Coopr53", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/coopr53/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The gold standard for an R65LS.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1742603258, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17146258, "authorName": "Mike_Parsons", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mike_parsons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I worked in a BMW shop and rode these when they first came out. They handled better, shifted better and stopped better than my R100S but were so slow. This bike is what BMW should have done in 82 to distinguish the standard R65 and the LS.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1742604531, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17146307, "authorName": "mcampy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcampy/", "bidAmount": 860, "content": "USD $860 bid placed by mcampy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742605169, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17146636, "authorName": "Frank_Barrett", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/frank_barrett/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Years ago I owned an R65LS and loved it except that it ran out of breath at high altitudes here in Colorado. With this bike's healthy increase in displacement and its few other mods, it is probably a far better performer.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1742608864, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17147457, "authorName": "moto.borgotaro", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moto.borgotaro/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@sjrasco\nOh, I love this bike.\n.\nGood luck with the auction", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1742642914, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17147887, "authorName": "bobofohio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobofohio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I liked this bike the first time it sold, and like it even more now. Everything is in balance, IMO, and per Mike's comment below, is what it should have been when new. @moto.borgotaro knows what he is doing! I'm so flush with motorcycles - but maybe it's ok to be \"so flush, plus one...\"\r\n\r\nBob", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1742651101, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17148488, "authorName": "Christopher1013", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/christopher1013/", "bidAmount": 1000, "content": "USD $1,000 bid placed by Christopher1013", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742656888, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17149766, "authorName": "Minkymink56", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/minkymink56/", "bidAmount": 3900, "content": "USD $3,900 bid placed by Minkymink56", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742666082, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17149769, "authorName": "moto.borgotaro", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moto.borgotaro/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bobofohio\r\nVery kind -- This bike got me through the pandemic -- I took it out west with my GS and did all the final testing in AZ, Santa Fe, and Ojai CA. -- \r\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2cPr1IZnbyE", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1742666090, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17149792, "authorName": "Jelibug", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jelibug/", "bidAmount": 4500, "content": "USD $4,500 bid placed by Jelibug", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742666226, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17154431, "authorName": "sjrasco (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sjrasco/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Here is a great article from Bikebound about the bike, the build and the builder.\r\n\r\nhttps://www.bikebound.com/2022/02/14/bmw-r65ls/", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1742730767, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17159194, "authorName": "basquesushi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/basquesushi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rwbandler Prior auction (photo 37) shows VIN stamped into upper frame by steering stem. \r\n\r\nOdometer reset button is missing the rubber cover.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742780507, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17159926, "authorName": "sjrasco (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sjrasco/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019ve been asked to describe how the bike handles or compares to another machine. Prior to the auction, I rode my 1974 R90S back-to-back with the R65LS restomod - same roads, same conditions, same speeds. Both are lovely machines which have that big twin, torquey, carbureted vintage airhead feel. In a sentence, the R65LS just does everything a bit better; the acceleration, the braking, the handling and overall, just feels more modern and alive.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1742816715, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17160538, "authorName": "Minkymink56", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/minkymink56/", "bidAmount": 4750, "content": "USD $4,750 bid placed by Minkymink56", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742825408, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17161149, "authorName": "originalbob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/originalbob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The only thing the original R65LS lacked for some riders was more HP, but some of that was addressed by running at higher revs in all gears. \r\n\r\nThe short wheelbase made them handle faster - think true race bike chassis - than most anything else BMW built then \r\n\r\nI have an original 1984 in Henna Red that\u2019s not retired to the museum but have great memories of my miles and smiles\r\n\r\nGood luck to @sjrasco and @bidders", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1742830337, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17162230, "authorName": "bobrk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobrk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I had an '83 (totaled) and an '82 (kids and marriage) and I always thought the power was fine. I'd love to get another but it's gotta be a Henna Red. I follow this one because it's such a nice build. GLWA!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1742836442, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17167753, "authorName": "vectorbug", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vectorbug/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have an R NineT I put almost 40k miles on, and a 84 R65LS I got in the late summer of 23'. After restoring the R65LS and using it as a commuter with a few road trips here and there, I think I actually like the 84 more for daily use and adventurous weekend rides. Gobs of character and it gives everything just to do the highway speedlimit.\r\n\r\nIf you're the kind of person who would rather have a 356 instead of a 992.1 this is probably the bike for you. It's like a NA Miata on 2 wheels.", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1742854459, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17170152, "authorName": "sjrasco (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sjrasco/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good morning. Just a kind reminder this is a no reserve auction so someone will be the new owner of this machine on Friday. The bike is resting safely in my garage.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1742903691, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17171062, "authorName": "Bruce_Wharton", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bruce_wharton/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Such a great build, all the right bits on a bike that was a sweetheart from stock. But, what about that Ducati? Very sharp, too!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742914058, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17171066, "authorName": "Bruce_Wharton", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bruce_wharton/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "USD $5,000 bid placed by Bruce_Wharton", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742914097, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17171500, "authorName": "sjrasco (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sjrasco/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for the comment. The Ducati is a restored 1974 750GT round case. Very different machine than the modified R65LS but also very capable in the mountains here in Western North Carolina.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1742917304, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17192619, "authorName": "sjrasco (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sjrasco/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wanted to highlight the black ultrasuede covered seat as it really keeps you planted on the machine in the corners.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1743082541, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17192620, "authorName": "sjrasco (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sjrasco/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@daviduccio. Wanted to make sure you saw the listing.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743082578, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17194039, "authorName": "Minkymink56", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/minkymink56/", "bidAmount": 5250, "content": "USD $5,250 bid placed by Minkymink56", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743093196, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17197856, "authorName": "Kz216", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kz216/", "bidAmount": 5500, "content": "USD $5,500 bid placed by Kz216", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743105669, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17202947, "authorName": "sjrasco (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sjrasco/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well, it's the last day of the auction and things will be wrapping up mid afternoon. I'm available via Contact Seller for any final questions. I encourage all potential bidders to once again review the two page Building's Invoice which is posted towards the end of the photos. This is a very high quality, unique build that is an absolute blast to drive.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1743165048, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17206476, "authorName": "Minkymink56", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/minkymink56/", "bidAmount": 5750, "content": "USD $5,750 bid placed by Minkymink56", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743185983, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17207069, "authorName": "eskothomson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eskothomson/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hoy crap, are you about to lose ten grand on this bike? Could be someone's lucky day. I paid $4,500 for mine last year, then put another $4,500 into it, and it's now just a really nice stock LS. Wish I were still in the market for one....", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1743188043, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17207400, "authorName": "bobrk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobrk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019d expect the bids to double in the last two minutes, as is customary at BaT.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1743189312, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17208403, "authorName": "Slash2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/slash2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "2025 is a far cry from 2022 in this market across the board.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743192488, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17208565, "authorName": "MarkMaxwell", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/markmaxwell/", "bidAmount": 6500, "content": "USD $6,500 bid placed by MarkMaxwell", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743193110, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17208739, "authorName": "atokad", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/atokad/", "bidAmount": 6600, "content": "USD $6,600 bid placed by atokad", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743193755, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17208966, "authorName": "giocattoliveloci", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/giocattoliveloci/", "bidAmount": 6700, "content": "USD $6,700 bid placed by giocattoliveloci", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743194472, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17208979, "authorName": "atokad", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/atokad/", "bidAmount": 6800, "content": "USD $6,800 bid placed by atokad", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743194516, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17209025, "authorName": "dansimoes", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dansimoes/", "bidAmount": 7500, "content": "USD $7,500 bid placed by dansimoes", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743194682, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17209070, "authorName": "giocattoliveloci", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/giocattoliveloci/", "bidAmount": 7750, "content": "USD $7,750 bid placed by giocattoliveloci", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743194829, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17209075, "authorName": "atokad", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/atokad/", "bidAmount": 8000, "content": "USD $8,000 bid placed by atokad", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743194849, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17209088, "authorName": "giocattoliveloci", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/giocattoliveloci/", "bidAmount": 8200, "content": "USD $8,200 bid placed by giocattoliveloci", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743194911, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17209090, "authorName": "atokad", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/atokad/", "bidAmount": 8300, "content": "USD $8,300 bid placed by atokad", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743194928, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17209105, "authorName": "moto.borgotaro", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moto.borgotaro/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You all are almost forcing me to bid -- this is a STEAL", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1743194969, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17209109, "authorName": "MarkMaxwell", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/markmaxwell/", "bidAmount": 8500, "content": "USD $8,500 bid placed by MarkMaxwell", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743194988, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17209115, "authorName": "bobofohio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobofohio/", "bidAmount": 10738, "content": "USD $10,738 bid placed by bobofohio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743195010, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17209120, "authorName": "bobofohio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobofohio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "as an homage to the builder :)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1743195028, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17209124, "authorName": "moto.borgotaro", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moto.borgotaro/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This bike will kick and BMWs ass in the twisties", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743195049, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17209144, "authorName": "bobofohio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobofohio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 3/28/25 for USD $10,738.00 to bobofohio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743195131, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 17209156, "authorName": "atrunnell", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/atrunnell/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "that was a KO!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1743195158, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17209164, "authorName": "atokad", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/atokad/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "All I can say is WOW! Amazing price, amazing bike. Congrats", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1743195179, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17209171, "authorName": "bobofohio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobofohio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@moto.borgotaro - I'll keep her beautiful and promise to ride her like I stole her", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1743195196, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17209184, "authorName": "giocattoliveloci", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/giocattoliveloci/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Damn! \r\nNice buy.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1743195256, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17209575, "authorName": "moto.borgotaro", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moto.borgotaro/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bobofohio\r\nYOU GOT A HELL OF A BIKE -- ENJOY -- CALL ME IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1743196608, "type": "comment"}]