What category is the 1991 BMW R 65 G/s?

The 1991 BMW R 65 G/s has a Category of Enduro / offroad.

What is the engine size of the 1991 BMW R 65 G/s?

The 1991 BMW R 65 G/s has a Capacity: of 650.00 ccm (39.66 cubic inches).

What type of engine does the 1991 BMW R 65 G/s have?

The 1991 BMW R 65 G/s has a Engine type of Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke.

What is the engine power of the 1991 BMW R 65 G/s?

The 1991 BMW R 65 G/s has a Power of 27.00.

Is the 1991 BMW R 65 G/s air cooled or liquid cooled?

The 1991 BMW R 65 G/s has a Cooling system of Air.

BMW R 65 G/s - 1991 Specifications and Reviews

The 1991 BMW R 65 G/S is a lightweight enduro bike ideal for riders seeking accessible adventure touring and mild off-road capability. Its air-cooled 650cc boxer engine delivers modest but adequate power for varied terrain. Known for reliability, comfort, and manageable handling, this model suits both novice adventurers and experienced riders valuing simplicity over performance.

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General information
Category	Enduro / offroad
Year	1991
Model	BMW R 65 G/S
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Cooling system	Air
Fuel control	OHV
Valves per cylinder	2
Power	27.00
Engine type	Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Capacity:	650.00 ccm (39.66 cubic inches)

Other specs
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Performance Profile & Rider Fit

27 hp

Peak Power (est.)

8.5s

0-60 mph (est.)

Best For

Track15%

City50%

Cornering55%

Daily Riding50%

Touring55%

Passenger35%

Rider Profile

Best For	This classic air-cooled boxer enduro suits a rider comfortable with vintage low-power machinery and modest performance expectations, note the R 65 G/S is genuinely a low-output 1980s-era adventure bike, not a modern sport machine.
Purpose	Built as a lightweight dual-sport tourer, it's best suited to gentle green-laning, backroad exploration, and classic-bike enthusiast riding rather than outright speed or technical off-roading.
Rider Fit	The narrow boxer chassis and modest seat height make it accessible to riders of average build, though the air-cooled twin's vibration and limited suspension travel demand tolerance for old-school ergonomics.
Character	It rewards a relaxed, mechanically-sympathetic riding style with charming boxer character, torquey low-end feel, and vintage BMW simplicity over outright capability.
Not Ideal For	This is not the bike for riders seeking modern power, high-speed touring comfort, or serious technical off-road performance.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.