# BMW R80 G/S: The History Behind The Legendary Adventure Bike

> In 1980, BMW Motorrad launched the R80 G/S, one of the best BMW motorcycles ever made, and a bike that defined an entirely new segment: The dual-sport motorcycle. At the time, BMW's motorcycle division was struggling.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1879123/bmw-r80-gs-classic-motorcycle-history/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6848cfe2ef0cba246cb5e581)
- **Published:** 2025-06-11
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #bmw #bike #adventure #behind #history #legendary #motorcycle #defined
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