BMW R75/5

A fairing and side bags were not standard equipment on the R75/5

With the new /5 series, BMW upgraded its motorcycles, which was absolutely necessary to meet the competition at the beginning of the 70s. The new generation consisted of the three models R50/5, R60/5 and R75/5, and was ready in 1969.

The R75/5, the largest of the three models, became very popular and was often used as a police bike. It was also very popular among touring motorcyclists, where the combination of a low center of gravity, shaft drive and a high-torque boxer engine was appreciated. The short and compact frame in combination with the telescopic fork also contributed to the bike's good handling characteristics.

The 22-liter fuel tank gave the R75/5 a good range.

The R75/5's fuel tank was redesigned, holding a whopping 22 liters. Other innovations included a 12-volt electrical system and electric start. The /5 series engine also received an improved lubrication system and a new crankset, and in short, the /5 series was a completely new generation of motorcycles compared to the 60s models from BMW .

• Technical data BMW R75/5, 1972 model:
• Engine: 2-cylinder 4-stroke boxer engine, OHV
• Displacement: 744 cc
• Power: 50 hp at 6200 rpm.
• No. of gears: 4
• Weight: 227 kg
• Top speed: 175 km/h

By the end of the 1960s, BMW's technology and design were becoming outdated.