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1996 BMW R1000 GS 980cc

Lot Number: 935

1996 BMW R1000 GS 980cc

An early example of the groundbreaking BMW GS adventure series of bikes built between 1987 and 1996. This late 1996 bike is presented in good overall condition. Recently recommissioned and in good running order.

ESTIMATE: £3,000 - £5,000

+ buyer's premium of 15% plus VAT (18% incl VAT)

You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.

LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 22nd February, 2026 at 11.00am local time at Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh Rd, Coventry, CV8 2LG

REG NUMBER
N379 AAW

SUMMARY

DESCRIPTION

The GS Series first appeared in 1980 and has been updated over the years to become the go-to bike for long-distance adventure riders
Engines were initially air-cooled 800cc boxer units and have grown in size to today's 1,300cc variants
The R1000 GS was built between 1987 and 1996
This late-1996 example is presented in good overall condition
Unrestored and original with last MOT expiring January 2026
Recent recommission and in good running order
UK-registered on a current V5C

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number: 935
Make: BMW
Model: BMW R1000 GS
Registration Number: N379 AAW
Frame Number: 0341458
Engine Number: Not Seen

GALLERY

SPECIALIST

Mark Bryan
Motorcycle Manager
07958 107974
mark@iconicauctioneers.com

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