Vehicle Description
"Without a doubt, 1970 was a watershed year for BMW motorcycles.
Having turned its focus to the automotive group throughout the
1960s, BMW's motorcycles were burdened with styling and engineering
roots that dated back to the 1940s. Although the R series
motorcycles had enjoyed technical advances along the way, they
appeared to be anything but modern in a world that had welcomed the
Honda CB750K0. Then came the BMW R75/5 motorcycle.
Boasting an all-new motor, though retaining the signature
horizontally opposed pushrod flat twin configuration, the R75/5 was
virtually a new machine. The wholly redesigned motor had everything
from new cylinder heads to a repositioned camshaft. Styling was
suitably contemporary, making the BMW R75/5 a landmark
machine."
- Ultimate Motorcycling
This 1973 BMW R75/5 is in very good condition, with less than 3,500
miles since a factory quality restoration. The Black paint shows
well with no visual defects besides a small patch of micro-blisters
visual on the gas tank that can be seen in certain lighting (can be
seen in photos). The toaster side panels add the classic R75/5
image. The 745cc engine has been fully rebuilt, during that time
slightly oversized pistons were added. It comes to a quick kick
start and idles smoothly. The 4-speed transmission shifts well. The
drum brakes bring the bike to a quick stop. The wheel base was
extended 50mm in the factory to reduce wobble seen in previous
models and extended the riders space between there shins and the
Bing carburetors.
This 1973 BMW R75/5 is an affordable option to ride a classic BMW
motorcycle or to extend your motorcycle collection.
If you would like to learn more about this vehicle, please contact
us at Legendary Motors LLC.
