When BMW introduced the R75 as part of the /5 lineup, it was the biggest bike they offered. The /5 gained an electric start, coils, and an alternator to complement the reliable motor and 100+ mph top speed.
Some examples stood out with a lovely chrome-sided fuel tank that affectionately became known as the “toaster tank.”
The 75 featured a 749cc boxer twin that produced 50 horspeower and 43 pound-feet of torque. For more on what it’s like to live with a big /5, check out this story on Motorcycle Classics, where they suggest it’s one of the first sport touring bikes.
Manufactured in December of 1972, this example is VIN: 2998862. The seller acquired it via an internet sale in California in 2013. He is letting it go as he is moving and no longer has the room for it.
During his ownership, the seller has covered roughly 3,500 miles. Please note: odometer shows 25,678 miles. The seller will be uploading an updated odometer photo.
Maintenance:
“The motorcycle has had the carburetors cleaned with new gaskets installed. It has a new battery as of last year. Oil was recently changed along with the fuel tank being cleaned and resealed with new petcock filters. A new OEM BMW starter solenoid was installed last summer. The motorcycle runs well. The only maintenance it will need are new tires.”
Modifications:
The seller states that this bike is completely stock.
Inside of the tank:
The sale includes one key, a tool kit, and the owner’s manual.
Cosmetic Blemishes: “Slight discoloration on tank. Bluing on the exhaust pipes.”
This BMW is currently located in Cheshire, Connecticut. Per the seller, “the vehicle comes with transfer and reassignment form. It has a California title that was never put into the owner’s name because CT doesn’t need a title for vehicles over 20 years old.”
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Additional Information
Location
Cheshire, Connecticut
Year
1973
Make
BMW
Model
R75/5
Mileage
25,678
VIN
2998862
Title
Clean
Title State/Country
California, Connecticut
Private Party/Dealership
Private Party
Additional Charges
No
VIN Report
N/A
Total Bids Placed: 13
Auction has ended.
Auction expired without reaching reserve price.
Highest bidder was: j*****e
Bidder Name
Bidding Time
Bid
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j*****e
December 14, 2023 8:34 am PST
$3,350
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n*****s
December 14, 2023 8:34 am PST
$3,250
j*****e
December 14, 2023 8:10 am PST
$3,100
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n*****s
December 14, 2023 8:10 am PST
$3,000
j*****e
December 14, 2023 7:54 am PST
$2,800
s*********3
December 14, 2023 7:54 am PST
$2,700
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s*********3
December 14, 2023 7:03 am PST
$2,600
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j******o
December 14, 2023 7:03 am PST
$2,500
s*********3
December 14, 2023 7:03 am PST
$2,100
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j******o
December 14, 2023 7:03 am PST
$2,000
s*********3
December 8, 2023 8:46 am PST
$600
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