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{{Motorcycle
{{Motorcycle
|name            = BMW R75
|name            = BMW R 75/5
|photo= 1943 BMW R75 3x2.jpg
|photo=bmw-r-755-1969-1973-2.jpg
|aka              =  
|aka              =  
|manufacturer    = BMW
|manufacturer    = BMW
|parent_company  =  
|parent_company  =
|production      =  
|production      = 1969 - 1976
|model_year      =  
|model_year      =
|predecessor      =  
|predecessor      =
|successor        =  
|successor        =
|class            =  
|class            = Classic
|engine          =  
|engine          = air-cooled, four-stroke, boxer twin cylinder, 2 valves per cylinder
|bore_stroke      =  
|bore_stroke      = 82.0mm x 70.6mm
|compression      =  
|compression      = 5.8:1
|top_speed        =  
|top_speed        = 114 mph (184 km/h)
|power            =  
|power            = 50.02 HP (37.3 KW) @ 6200RPM
|torque          =  
|torque          = 44.26 ft/lbs (60.0 Nm) @ 5000RPM
|fuel_system   =
|ignition        =
|ignition        =  
|spark_plug      ={{sparkplug|NGK BP6ES}}
|spark_plug      =  
|battery          = {{battery|YUASA YB18L-A}}
|battery          =  
|transmission    = Gear box: 4-speed, manual <br>
|transmission    =  
Final Drive: [[shaft]] <br>
|frame            =  
Clutch: dry, single plate <br>
|suspension      =  
 
|brakes          =  
|frame            =
|front_tire      =  
|suspension      =Front: telescopic fork <br>
|rear_tire       =  
Rear: [[plunger]] shocks
|rake_trail      =  
|brakes          =Front: 200mm drum <br>Rear: 200mm drum
|wheelbase        =  
|front_tire      = {{tire|3.25-19}}
|length          =  
|rear_tire     = {{tire|4.00-18}}
|width            =  
|rake_trail      =
|height          =  
|wheelbase        = 54.49 inches (1384 mm)
|seat_height      =  
|length          = 82.99 inches (2108 mm)
|dry_weight      =  
|width            = 32.99 inches (838 mm)
|wet_weight      =  
|height          =
|fuel_capacity    =  
|seat_height      =
|oil_capacity    =  
|dry_weight      =
|wet_weight      = 210.0 kg
|fuel_capacity    = 6.34 Gallon (24.00 Liters)
 
|oil_capacity    =
|oil_filter      = {{oilfilter|K&N KN-161}}<ref name="kl_2019">{{cite book|title=2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog|publisher=[https://www.klsupply.com/ K&L Supply Co]|date=2019}}</ref>
|oil_filter      = {{oilfilter|K&N KN-161}}<ref name="kl_2019">{{cite book|title=2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog|publisher=[https://www.klsupply.com/ K&L Supply Co]|date=2019}}</ref>
|fuel_consumption =  
|fuel_consumption =
|turning_radius  =  
|turning_radius  =
|related          =  
|related          =
|competition     =
|competition      =
|manuals     =  
|air_filter= {{airfilter|K&N BM-0200}}<ref name="kl_2019">{{cite book|title=2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog|publisher=[https://www.klsupply.com/ K&L Supply Co]|date=2019}}</ref>
|air_filter= {{airfilter|K&N BM-0200}}<ref name="kl_2019">{{cite book|title=2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog|publisher=[https://www.klsupply.com/ K&L Supply Co]|date=2019}}</ref>
}}
}}
The '''[[BMW]] R 75/5''' was a air-cooled, four-stroke, boxer twin cylinder, 2 valves per cylinder Classic [[motorcycle]] produced by [[BMW]] in 1969. Max [[torque]] was 44.26 ft/lbs (60.0 Nm) @ 5000 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 50.02 HP (37.3 KW) @ 6200 RPM. 
==Engine==
A 81.3mm [[bore]] x 81.3mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 745.0 cubic centimeters. 
==Drive==
The bike has a 4-speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the dry, single plate. 
==Chassis==
It came with a 3.25 S19 front [[tire]] and a 4.00 S18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 200mm drum in the front and a 200mm drum in the rear. The front suspension was a  telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a plunger shocks. The wheelbase was 54.49 inches (1384 mm) long. 
==1969 - 1973 BMW R 75/5==
[[File:bmw-r-755-1969-1973-2.jpg|600px|1969 - 1973 BMW R 75/5]]
[[File:bmw-r-755-1969-1973-1.jpg|600px|1969 - 1973 BMW R 75/5]]
[[File:bmw-r-755-1969-1973-0.jpg|600px|1969 - 1973 BMW R 75/5]]
The 1969 MY BMW R 75/5 has, at its heart, an air-cooled, four-stroke, 745cc, boxer twin cylinder powerhouse paired to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce a claimed 50 horsepower and 60 Nm of torque.
Standard fittings include laced wheels, a dual exhaust system, a dual seat, a small luggage rack in the rear, pillion grab rails, a large headlamp, full-fenders, a steel tubular frame, a telescopic front fork, plunger shocks as a rear suspension and a drum braking system.




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[[Image:R75-7.jpg|thumb|350px|BMW R75/7]]
[[Image:R75-7.jpg|thumb|350px|BMW R75/7]]
After only three years BMW's '/6' line-up was replaced in the autumn of 1976 by the '/7'. The [[BMW R90S|R90S]]-style fuel tank (adopted across the range) and redesigned rocker covers were distinguishing features while at the top of the range, 980cc R100 models replaced the '90' series. Offering, arguably, the best compromise of power and economy, the R75/7 turned in an impressive performance when tested back in 1977 by Bike magazine, which reckoned it was faster than its maker claimed. The big BMWs have always been consummate touring motorcycles and the R75/7 came fully equipped for the job, boasting 'a stainless disc that stops you in the wet, superbly comfortable riding position and well-damped long-travel suspension, over 250 miles on one tank of fuel, the brightest headlamp in the
After only three years BMW's '/6' line-up was replaced in the autumn of 1976 by the '/7'. The [[BMW R90S|R90S]]-style fuel tank (adopted across the range) and redesigned rocker covers were distinguishing features while at the top of the range, 980cc R100 models replaced the '90' series. Offering, arguably, the best compromise of power and economy, the R75/7 turned in an impressive performance when tested back in 1977 by Bike magazine, which reckoned it was faster than its maker claimed. The big BMWs have always been consummate touring motorcycles and the R75/7 came fully equipped for the job, boasting 'a stainless disc that stops you in the wet, superbly comfortable riding position and well-damped long-travel suspension, over 250 miles on one tank of fuel, the brightest headlamp in the
{{BMW}}


[[Category:BMW motorcycles|R75]]
[[Category:Military motorcycles|R75]]
[[Category:BMW R series]]


{{Motorcycle
==In Media==
|name            = BMW R75
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/i-kondra#bmw-r-755 I kondra]
|photo=1943 BMW R75 3x2.jpg
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/farlig-yrke#bmw-r-755 Farlig yrke]
|aka              = R 75-5, R 75-6, R 75-7, R 75
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/el-love-feroz-o-cuando-los-hijos-juegan-al-amor#bmw-r-755 El love feroz o Cuando los hijos juegan al amor]
|manufacturer    = BMW
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/veckans-brott#bmw-r-755 Veckans brott]
|parent_company  =
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/der-gestohlene-himmel#bmw-r-755 Der gestohlene Himmel]
|production      = 1938 - 1976
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/en-by-i-provinsen#bmw-r-755 En by i provinsen]
|model_year      =
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/lettre-pour-l#bmw-r-755 Lettre pour L...]
|predecessor      =
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/danny-deckchair#bmw-r-755 Danny Deckchair]
|successor        =
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/der-kommissar#bmw-r-755 Der Kommissar]
|class            = Classic
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/las-des-as#bmw-r-755 L'as des as]
|engine          = two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/french-connection-ii#bmw-r-755 French Connection II]
|bore_stroke      = 82.0mm x 70.6mm
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/muzungu#bmw-r-755 Muzungu]
|compression      = 5.8:1
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/picasso-trigger#bmw-r-755 Picasso Trigger]
|top_speed        = 114 mph (184 km/h)
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/fruhbesprechung#bmw-r-755 Frühbesprechung]
|power            = 48.95 HP (36.5 KW) @ 6200RPM
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/graceland#bmw-r-755 Graceland]
|torque          =
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/weekend-of-a-champion#bmw-r-755 Weekend of a Champion]
|fuel_system      =
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/adam-12#bmw-r-755 Adam-12]
|ignition        =
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/tatort-der-rote-schatten#bmw-r-755 Tatort - Der rote Schatten]
|spark_plug      ={{sparkplug|NGK BP6ES}}
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/an-almost-perfect-affair#bmw-r-755 An Almost Perfect Affair]
|battery          = {{battery|YUASA YB18L-A}}
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/aftenlandet#bmw-r-755 Aftenlandet]
|transmission    = Gear box: 5-speed <br>
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/kites#bmw-r-755 Kites]
Final Drive: [[shaft drive]] (cardan) <br>
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/plan-10-from-outer-space#bmw-r-755 Plan 10 from Outer Space]
Clutch: Single plate, dry <br>
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/k-9-pi#bmw-r-755 K-9: P.I.]
 
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/en-forarsdag-i-helvede#bmw-r-755 En forårsdag i Helvede]
|final_drive=Shaft
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/die-todesautomatik#bmw-r-755 Die Todesautomatik]
|frame            =
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/die-gunter-sachs-story#bmw-r-755 Die Gunter Sachs Story]
|suspension      =Front: Telescopic fork <br>
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/vruc-vetar#bmw-r-755 Vruc vetar]
Rear: Rigid, plate springs on the boat, tube springs on [[sidecar]] wheel
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/the-kids-are-all-right#bmw-r-755 The Kids Are All Right]
|brakes          =Front: single disc <br>Rear: expanding brake
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/mado#bmw-r-755 Mado]
|front_tire      = {{tire|3.25-19}}
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/lemmerdeur-2#bmw-r-755 L'emmerdeur]
|rear_tire    = {{tire|4.00-18}}
|rake_trail      =
|wheelbase        =
|length          = 94.41 inches (2398 mm)
|width            = 68.11 inches (1730 mm)
|height          =
|seat_height      =
|dry_weight      =
|wet_weight      = 236.0 kg
|fuel_capacity    = 6.34 Gallon (24.00 Liters)
|oil_capacity    =
|fuel_consumption =
|turning_radius  =
|related          =
|competition      =
|oil_filter={{oilfilter|K&N KN-161}}<ref name="kl_2019">{{cite book|title=2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog|publisher=[https://www.klsupply.com/ K&L Supply Co]|date=2019}}</ref>
|air_filter={{airfilter|K&N BM-0200}}<ref name="kl_2019">{{cite book|title=2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog|publisher=[https://www.klsupply.com/ K&L Supply Co]|date=2019}}</ref>
}}
 
The '''[[BMW]] R 75-7''' was a two cylinder boxer, [[four-stroke]] Classic [[motorcycle]] produced by [[BMW]] between 1938 and 1976. It could reach a top speed of 114 mph (184 km/h). Claimed [[horsepower]] was 48.95 HP (36.5 KW) @ 6200 RPM. 
 
==Engine==
The engine was a [[air cooled]] two cylinder boxer, four-stroke. A 82.0mm [[bore]] x 70.6mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 745.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (ohv). 
 
==Drive==
The bike has a 5-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Single plate, dry. 
 
==Chassis==
It came with a 3.25-19 front [[tire]] and a 4.00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a expanding [[brake]] in the rear. The front suspension was a  Telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a Rigid, plate springs on the boat, tube springs on sidecar wheel. The R 75-7 was fitted with a 6.34 Gallon (24.00 Liters) fuel tank. 
 
==1938 - 1941 BMW R 75==
 
Being produced by BMW for only three years, between 1938 and 1941, the R75 745 bike was equipped with a four stroke two cylinder flat twin engine providing 26 horsepower at 4000 RPM.




==In Media==
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/the-bill#bmw-r75 The Bill]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/the-professionals#bmw-r75 The Professionals]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/de-fuke#bmw-r75 De Fûke]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/le-mur-de-latlantique#bmw-r75 Le mur de l'Atlantique]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/ceravamo-tanto-amati#bmw-r75 C'eravamo tanto amati]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/de-tweeling#bmw-r75 De Tweeling]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/enterprise#bmw-r75 Star Trek: Enterprise]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/battle-of-the-bulge#bmw-r75 Battle of the Bulge]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/the-young-lions#bmw-r75 The Young Lions]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/die-geschichte-der-deutschen-wehrmacht#bmw-r75 Die Geschichte der deutschen Wehrmacht]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/olsenbanden-junior-pa-rockern#bmw-r75 Olsenbanden Junior på rocker'n]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/linfermiera#bmw-r75 L'infermiera]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/wwii-the-lost-color-archives#bmw-r75 WWII: The Lost Color Archives]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/gente-di-roma#bmw-r75 Gente di Roma]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/fantastic-mr-fox#bmw-r75 Fantastic Mr. Fox]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/siamo-uomini-o-caporali#bmw-r75 Siamo uomini o caporali]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/valkyrie#bmw-r75 Valkyrie]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/betrayed#bmw-r75 Betrayed]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/el-alamein#bmw-r75 El Alamein]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/the-simpsons#bmw-r75 The Simpsons]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/sazan-aizu-seima-densetsu#bmw-r75 Sazan aizu seima densetsu]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/historia-jednego-mysliwca#bmw-r75 Historia jednego mysliwca]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/the-man-with-the-iron-heart#bmw-r75 The Man with the Iron Heart]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/lideal#bmw-r75 L'idéal]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/sophia-loren-her-own-story#bmw-r75 Sophia Loren: Her Own Story]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/smetto-quando-voglio-masterclass#bmw-r75 Smetto quando voglio: Masterclass]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/kampen-om-tungtvannet#bmw-r75 Kampen om tungtvannet]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/egigero-fu#bmw-r75 Égigérő fű]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/unser-charly#bmw-r75 Unser Charly]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/war-pigs#bmw-r75 War Pigs]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/strike-back#bmw-r75 Strike Back]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/12-oclock-high#bmw-r75 12 O'Clock High]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/a-spasso-nel-tempo#bmw-r75 A spasso nel tempo]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/outpost-rise-of-the-spetsnaz#bmw-r75 Outpost: Rise of the Spetsnaz]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/las-largas-vacaciones-del-36#bmw-r75 Las largas vacaciones del 36]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/zone-troopers#bmw-r75 Zone Troopers]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/pasolini-prossimo-nostro#bmw-r75 Pasolini prossimo nostro]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/colditz#bmw-r75 Colditz]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/return-to-the-hiding-place#bmw-r75 Return to the Hiding Place]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/la-battaglia-di-el-alamein#bmw-r75 La battaglia di El Alamein]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/unruhige-nacht#bmw-r75 Unruhige Nacht]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/unsere-mutter-unsere-vater#bmw-r75 Generation War]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/salvo-dacquisto#bmw-r75 Salvo D'Acquisto]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/rappresaglia#bmw-r75 Rappresaglia]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/bakterion#bmw-r75 Bakterion]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/lihaksia-ja-luoteja#bmw-r75 Lihaksia ja luoteja]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/the-rat-patrol#bmw-r75 The Rat Patrol]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/the-secret-of-santa-vittoria#bmw-r75 The Secret of Santa Vittoria]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/das-kindermadchen#bmw-r75 Das Kindermädchen]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/5-marines-per-100-ragazze#bmw-r75 5 marines per 100 ragazze]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/oglinda#bmw-r75 Oglinda]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/la-feldmarescialla#bmw-r75 La feldmarescialla]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/ndlanding#bmw-r75 Nødlanding]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/whats-new-pussycat#bmw-r75 What's New Pussycat]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/polvere-di-stelle#bmw-r75 Polvere di stelle]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/hattyudal#bmw-r75 Hattyúdal]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/svik#bmw-r75 Svik]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/il-generale-della-rovere#bmw-r75 Il generale della Rovere]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/portile-albastre-ale-orasului#bmw-r75 Portile albastre ale orasului]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/the-desert-fox-the-story-of-rommel#bmw-r75 The Desert Fox: The Story of Rommel]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/idi-i-smotri#bmw-r75 Come and See]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/von-ryans-express#bmw-r75 Von Ryan's Express]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/la-bestia-in-calore#bmw-r75 La bestia in calore]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/i-was-a-male-war-bride#bmw-r75 I Was a Male War Bride]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/le-jour-et-lheure#bmw-r75 Le jour et l'heure]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/les-malheurs-dalfred#bmw-r75 Les malheurs d'Alfred]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/une-journee-bien-remplie#bmw-r75 Une journée bien remplie]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/family-guy#bmw-r75 Family Guy]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/mein-fuhrer-die-wirklich-wahrste-wahrheit-uber-ado#bmw-r75 Mein Führer - Die wirklich wahrste Wahrheit über Adolf Hitler]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/midsomer-murders#bmw-r75 Midsomer Murders]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/stauffenberg#bmw-r75 Stauffenberg]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/allo-allo#bmw-r75 'Allo 'Allo]
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* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/schindlers-list#bmw-r75 Schindler's List]
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* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/superprodukcja#bmw-r75 Superprodukcja]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/the-pianist#bmw-r75 The Pianist]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/der-untergang#bmw-r75 Downfall]
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* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/la-grande-vadrouille#bmw-r75 La grande vadrouille]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/rosolino-paterno-soldato#bmw-r75 Rosolino Paternò, soldato...]
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* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/pokolenie#bmw-r75 Pokolenie]


==References==
==References==
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[[Category:BMW motorcycles|R75]]
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[[Category:1970s motorcycles]]
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[[Category:1940s motorcycles]]
[[Category:1950s motorcycles]]

Latest revision as of 14:40, 3 June 2020


Bmw-r-755-1969-1973-2.jpg
BMW R 75/5
Manufacturer
BMW
Production 1969 - 1976
Class Classic
Engine
air-cooled, four-stroke, boxer twin cylinder, 2 valves per cylinder
Bore / Stroke 82.0mm x 70.6mm
Compression ratio 5.8:1
Top Speed 114 mph (184 km/h)
Horsepower 50.02 HP (37.3 KW) @ 6200RPM
Torque 44.26 ft/lbs (60.0 Nm) @ 5000RPM
Air Filter K&N BM-0200[1]
Spark Plug NGK BP6ES
Battery YUASA YB18L-A
Transmission Gear box: 4-speed, manual

Final Drive: shaft

Clutch: dry, single plate
Suspension Front: telescopic fork
Rear: plunger shocks
Brakes Front: 200mm drum
Rear: 200mm drum
Front Tire 3.25-19
Rear Tire 4.00-18
Wheelbase 54.49 inches (1384 mm)
Length 82.99 inches (2108 mm)
Width 32.99 inches (838 mm)
Weight 210.0 kg (wet)
Oil Filter K&N KN-161[1]
Fuel Capacity 6.34 Gallon (24.00 Liters)
Manuals Service Manual


The BMW R 75/5 was a air-cooled, four-stroke, boxer twin cylinder, 2 valves per cylinder Classic motorcycle produced by BMW in 1969. Max torque was 44.26 ft/lbs (60.0 Nm) @ 5000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 50.02 HP (37.3 KW) @ 6200 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 81.3mm bore x 81.3mm stroke result in a displacement of just 745.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 4-speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the dry, single plate.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 3.25 S19 front tire and a 4.00 S18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 200mm drum in the front and a 200mm drum in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a plunger shocks. The wheelbase was 54.49 inches (1384 mm) long.

1969 - 1973 BMW R 75/5[edit | edit source]

1969 - 1973 BMW R 75/5 1969 - 1973 BMW R 75/5 1969 - 1973 BMW R 75/5

The 1969 MY BMW R 75/5 has, at its heart, an air-cooled, four-stroke, 745cc, boxer twin cylinder powerhouse paired to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce a claimed 50 horsepower and 60 Nm of torque.

Standard fittings include laced wheels, a dual exhaust system, a dual seat, a small luggage rack in the rear, pillion grab rails, a large headlamp, full-fenders, a steel tubular frame, a telescopic front fork, plunger shocks as a rear suspension and a drum braking system.


1970 R75/5[edit | edit source]


1972 R75/5[edit | edit source]

1972 BMW R75/5



1973 R75/5[edit | edit source]

All slash-5 models have air-cooled, four-cycle, opposed-twin (boxer) engines with hemispherical combustion chambers. Their engine housings are one-piece tunnels housings. The camshaft, driven by a duplex chain, runs at half of the engine speed and is located below the crankshaft. This is the reverse arrangement from the /2 models and allows gravity to assist the delivery of oil to the camshaft. Valves are actuated by the camshaft through hardened followers, push rods, and rocker arms. The 500 cc and 600 cc models are equipped with Bing slide-type carburetors with 26 mm throats. The R75/5 comes with 32 mm Bing CV (Constant Vacuum/constant depression) type carburetors. As in all BMWs to the time, the clutch is a single-disk dry clutch. The slash-5s have four-speed transmissions and come with kick-starters as well as electric starters. The kick starters are less sturdy than on previous models and are a frequent point of failure, most often due to incorrect kick starting technique. They were intended for emergency use in the incident of an electrical failure. When properly tuned, a slash-5 can be started by operating the kick start lever with the hand, requiring very little force to start the engine. Final drive is by shaft, running from the transmission by universal joint to an oil bath within the right rear swing arm and connecting to a bevel gear and ring gear on the other end. Unlike the slash-2 models, the slash-5 models are equipped with telescopic front forks, 12-volt alternator and electrics, and standard tachometer and turn signals.

1976 R75/6[edit | edit source]


1976 R75/7[edit | edit source]

BMW R75/7

After only three years BMW's '/6' line-up was replaced in the autumn of 1976 by the '/7'. The R90S-style fuel tank (adopted across the range) and redesigned rocker covers were distinguishing features while at the top of the range, 980cc R100 models replaced the '90' series. Offering, arguably, the best compromise of power and economy, the R75/7 turned in an impressive performance when tested back in 1977 by Bike magazine, which reckoned it was faster than its maker claimed. The big BMWs have always been consummate touring motorcycles and the R75/7 came fully equipped for the job, boasting 'a stainless disc that stops you in the wet, superbly comfortable riding position and well-damped long-travel suspension, over 250 miles on one tank of fuel, the brightest headlamp in the


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References[edit | edit source]

  1. 1.0 1.1 2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog. K&L Supply Co. 2019.