1963 BMW R 60 2

1963 BMW R 60 2 sits in the middle of BMW's postwar twin-cylinder lineup, the sensible all-arounder between the smaller singles and the sportier R69S. This is a touring machine built for long, steady days in the saddle rather than quick sprints — the boxer twin delivers its power low and smooth, and the shaft drive means no chain to fuss over on a rainy road through the Alps or across the German countryside. Handling is upright and stable rather than sharp, rewarding riders who plan their lines rather than chase apexes. The 17-liter tank gives it decent legs for a day's touring without constant fuel stops. The 1963 model carried over without significant mechanical changes from the prior year, so buyers comparing it to a 1962 example should focus on mileage, service history, and condition rather than spec differences. Today the 1963 BMW R 60 2 attracts a particular kind of buyer: someone who wants genuine vintage BMW ownership without the price premium of an R69S, often a rider stepping down from modern touring bikes in search of something mechanically honest. Collector interest remains moderate, driven more by usability than rarity or racing pedigree.