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27 - 1986 – BMW R80 G/S Paris-Dakar
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Estimate €25,000 - €35,000
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1986 – BMW R80 G/S Paris-Dakar Frame no. 628 918 6 R806/6 Engine no. 29 860050 80 2V Swiss registration certificate Valid MOT Swiss type-approval: 607230, only 78 units* with a short-ratio gearbox, factory-marked ‘CH’, out of the 3,206 R 80 G/S Paris-Dakar models produced between 1984 and 1987. BOGE shock absorber with separate gas cylinder, the ‘Enduro’ option fitted to BMW rally motorbikes. When BMW unveiled the R 80 G/S in 1980, the Bavarian brand did not merely create a new motorbike; it forged the Adventure Sport segment. Shaped and immortalised by the victories of Hubert Auriol (1981, 1983) and Gaston Rahier (1984, 1985) on the tracks of the Paris-Dakar rally, the factory-built ‘Paris-Dakar’ version transcended competition to become an instant commercial and cultural icon. The example we have the privilege of presenting was produced on 9 July 1986 at the Berlin-Spandau factory, delivered to the garage in Switzerland on 8 September 1986 and sold on 11 September 1986 to its first owner. These dates are of paramount importance to connoisseurs of the brand, as they mark the final months of the original series featuring the Monolever single-sided swingarm, prior to the launch of the heavier R 80 GS Paralever in late 1987. It embodies the very essence of the manufacturer’s original mechanical philosophy. Lightweight, more streamlined and featuring a direct drive train of legendary reliability, the 1986 Monolever version is regarded by connoisseurs as the purest, most incisive and most desirable variant ever built. During the 1980s, the Swiss Confederation imposed the most stringent noise and environmental standards in Europe. To comply with these strict specifications, BMW Motorrad specially equipped its motorcycles exported to Switzerland. The Bavarian engineers developed exclusive mechanical specifications, stamped at the factory. The type-approval certificate (Typenschein CH 607230) details the modifications made to obtain authorisation for distribution within Switzerland. BMW Motorrad has not simply restricted the exhaust. Gearbox stamped with the original ‘CH’ mark. A specific transmission casing incorporating a revised gear ratio and gear set. This perfect combination with the short final drive ratio of 37/11 allows for shorter gear ratios, delivering remarkably lively acceleration at mid-range revs – ideal for Alpine passes and technical terrain. It also ensures the bike passes noise tests without any issues. Optimised 32 mm Bing carburettor. Specific tuning with a modified air box and jets. A factory option: the BOGE shock absorber with a separate gas cylinder. Among the most sought-after options in the 1986 catalogue is this rear shock absorber with an off-set gas cylinder. Unlike the standard components, which are prone to overheating, this nitrogen-charged system guarantees enduring and flawless damping. Maintained in perfect working order, this extremely rare piece of equipment reinforces the authenticity of this motorbike. Like the most prestigious vehicles, whose value is determined by the clarity of their history, this R 80 G/S Paris-Dakar boasts complete documentary traceability, with very few equivalents on the market. The original 1986 purchase invoice: Issued by the official Swiss BMW Dealer network, specifying the options and the original purchaser. The Swiss type-approval document: Form CH 607230, indicating the short-ratio gearbox, stamped ‘CH’ and single-seater type-approval. The BMW Group Classic certificate: Official authentication from the parent company in Munich confirming matching numbers (chassis and engine) and the factory-fitted Paris-Dakar specification. The Swiss technical inspection report: Technical Inspection / MFK, April 2025, no observations or comments. Archives from the 1987 expedition.
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Auction time 10/16/2026 at 2:00 PM
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