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BMW Customization Workshop · Neuwied
BMW R80 conversion parts for Café Racers & Scramblers
The BMW R80 is the all-rounder among Airheads – robust, widely available, and perfect as a café racer, scrambler, or roadster. Over 200 custom parts from our workshop, for both twin-shock and monolever models.
- Construction time1977–1995
- Displacement798 cc
- Performance50–55 hp
- VariantsR80/7 · RT · ST · R
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Matching parts
1994
Manufacturer since
TÜV
Expert report & ABE
Since 1994BMW conversion workshop in Neuwied
Conversion by assembly group
Everything for your R80 conversion
From the tail to the electrical system: Select the assembly – or scroll directly to all parts for the BMW R80.
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Tail conversion
Rear frames, seats, fenders, and license plate holders – with TÜV certification.
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Front conversion
Triple clamps, headlights, speedometers, handlebars, and mounts for a clean front end.
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03
Exhaust
Complete exhaust systems and silencers made of stainless steel, many with ABE (general operating permit).
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04
Chassis
Struts, fork springs, damping systems, and suspension service.
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Electrical
Cable harnesses, ignition, regulators, and switches – assembled in-house.
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Engine & Performance
Overhaul, carburetor, ignition, and tuning on the test bench.
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All parts for the BMW R80
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Why Sport Evolution
Parts from the converter, not from the retailer
1994
Boxer specialist
For over 30 years, we have been building, restoring, and tuning BMW boxer and K-series models in Neuwied.
TÜV
Registrable
TÜV Rheinland certified company. Many parts come with a technical report or ABE (General Operating Permit).
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Custom test bench
Carburetor and fuel injection tuning on our Dynojet dynamometer.
100%
Self-driven
Our parts are created on real concept bikes – tested on the road, not in a catalog.
Guide
The BMW R80 rebuild
Why the R80 is the most popular base for custom builds
Hardly any boxer engine has been built for as long and in as many variants as the R80 – from the R80/7 to the R80 RT and ST, all the way to the R80 R. This makes them readily available, spare parts are plentiful, and the 800cc engine is considered virtually indestructible. For custom builders, it is therefore the ideal middle ground between performance, weight, and budget.
We explain this step-by-step in our BMW R80 conversion guide.
BMW R80 profile
| Models | R80/7, R80 RT, R80 ST, R80, R80 R (see GS page for G/S & GS) |
|---|---|
| Production period | 1977–1995 |
| Engine | Air-cooled 2-valve boxer |
| Displacement | 797–798 cc |
| Power | 50–55 hp |
| Rear suspension | Twinshock (until 1984), Monolever (from 1984) |
| Drive | Shaft drive |
Café racer, scrambler, or roadster?
- Café Racer: Clip-on handlebars, single-seat tail with cowl, short front end – ideally based on a twin-shock model.
- Scrambler: Wide handlebars, high-mounted exhaust, knobby tires – works well with a monolever or based on the R80 GS.
- Roadster: Comfortable two-person tail, tubular handlebars, clean wiring – the everyday hero.
We have tailored tail conversion kits with TÜV approval for every style.
The most important conversion parts for the R80
- Rear frames & rear conversion kits with TÜV approval for Twinshock and Monolever models.
- Exhaust systems with ABE (general operating permit), including bobber and 2-in-2 variants.
- Shock absorbers, fork springs & damping systems for significantly improved handling.
- Wiring harnesses for Motogadget, Acewell & Co. – assembled in-house.
- Triple clamps, speedometer brackets, headlight brackets for the front end.
You can find the GS variants collected under BMW GS conversion parts.
Engine tuning and calibration
The 800 model responds gratefully to a thorough overhaul and tuning on the Dynojet dynamometer. If you're looking for more, you might consider a displacement or performance upgrade—feel free to contact us about it.
FAQ
Questions about BMW R80
Can't find your question? Use our parts inquiry form – we will respond personally.
Is the R80 or the R100 the better base for a conversion?
The R80 is more affordable, easier to acquire, and very robust. The R100 offers more displacement and power. Both share many parts – the deciding factors are your budget and your riding style.
Which R80 parts have TÜV approval or ABE?
Heckrahmen, Heckumbau-Kits, Kennzeichenträger und viele Auspuffanlagen liefern wir mit TÜV-Gutachten bzw. ABE. Die genaue Angabe findest du beim jeweiligen Produkt.
Do the parts fit Twinshock and Monolever models?
Nein, nicht alle. Heck- und Fahrwerksteile sind variantenspezifisch. Achte auf die Angabe „Twinshock“ oder „Monolever“ im Produkttitel – im Zweifel hilft dir unsere Teileanfrage.
Can Sport Evolution completely rebuild my R80?
Ja. Wir bauen R80-Umbauten komplett in unserer Manufaktur in Neuwied auf – inklusive Motorrevision und Eintragung. Bei Bedarf holen wir dein Motorrad deutschlandweit ab. Schreib uns über den Kontakt.
Is there a conversion guide for the R80?
Yes, our detailed R80 conversion guide shows you which parts you need and the order in which to proceed.