1964 BMW R50 2

1964 BMW R50 2 sits mid-run in one of postwar Germany's most durable middleweight lineups, a shaft-driven boxer twin built for riders who value mechanical honesty over outright speed. This is a bike that rewards steady, long-distance riding rather than aggressive cornering — the boxer engine sits low and wide, giving it a planted, unhurried feel at highway speeds, and the shaft final drive means none of the chain maintenance that plagued its British rivals. Owners describe it less as thrilling and more as trustworthy, the kind of motorcycle you point toward the Alps and simply ride all day without drama. The 1964 model carried over without significant mechanical changes from the prior year — buyers comparing it to a 1963 example should focus on mileage, service history, and condition rather than spec differences. This appeals to riders stepping away from fussier British twins of the era, particularly those wanting a tourer they can actually maintain themselves. Collector interest sits at a moderate level, drawn mostly from BMW loyalists and vintage tourers who want a usable classic rather than a garage ornament, and clean, well-documented examples of the 1964 BMW R50 2 continue to hold steady value in that middle collector tier.