Oct 5, 2012 · Hi all, Has anyone had any experience with the motobins Dual grab handle seat for an R75/5? Im trying to find a nice replacement for my 1971 R75/5 seat. I wanted to purchase a …

Sep 3, 2015 · 1971 BMW R75/5. I noticed my left muffler now has a nice sized tear (more than a simple hole) near the exhaust pipe. I replaced the stock mufflers, perhaps in the mid 1970's, …

Aug 14, 2017 · Both my R90s and R75/5 have the original points and condenser. I like adjusting points, setting dwell. But I was raised in Detroit, head under the hood as a kid, working on big …

Aug 17, 2015 · My 1971 BMW R75/5 stopped charging. At first, I thought the alternator light was working perfectly, even during this problem, as in the day time it's full rightness with ignition on …

Mar 2, 2019 · Yes, a R75/5 is a good traveling companion. 50hp is more than adequate for meandering the hiways and byways of New England. Back in the early 90's I spent a week …

Oct 16, 2015 · I'm currently taking apart my 1975 R75/6 (repainted in Smoke Silver "S" paint scheme) so I can powder coat the frame and fix some of the mistakes I made when I restored …

May 9, 2013 · I'm about to replace the center stand on my 1972 R75/5. Can anyone tell me where the two rubber "stoppers" go? (referred to as grommets in other diagrams). They are #6 and …

Mar 5, 2020 · 1970 BMW OEM R75/5 Rear spring struts failed and replaced with IKON 7610-1298 DIAL-A-RIDE struts. Could not believe the riding and handling performance difference. Almost …

Sep 26, 2011 · Since I purchased my 1971 BMW R75/5 (I am original owner) the steering head bearing have never been touched. Never greased or anything. Still no play or noticeable …

Oct 25, 2009 · The guy I just bought out 1971 R75/5 was the original owner and also used to own a BMW dealership in CA way back when. The tool kit with the bike is about 90% complete and …