1972 BMW R75/5

Highlights

  • 1972 BMW R75/5 Vintage Motorcycle
  • Fully documented restoration completed nine years ago
  • Restoration receipts totaling $12k+
  • Only 2 owners since new!
  • Built in Berlin with German vintage industrial excellence and reliability
  • The heart of the R75/5 is a 749cc boxer twin engine, renowned for its reliability and performance
  • She is reliable and ready to transport you this summer to a bygone era
  • The ebony black paint, lustrous and alluring, reflecting the sun's golden embrace
  • Refined chromed accents shimmer like fragments of stardust, beckoning you closer
  • Features both electric starter and kickstarter
  • Hidden wheel lock included
  • Tool bag included under the seat
  • Barely over 460 lb, the R 75/5 was one of the lightest 750cc bikes of the era
  • With a top speed of 109 mph, it was one of the fastest as well
  • The number 2985286 stamped on the engine case matches the numbers stamped on the frame and steering headstock tag
  • Manufacture date 11/71
  • If you are truly serious about acquiring this machine, a unique opportunity awaits you now

Description

Vehicle Specs

Behold the legendary BMW R75/5, considered by many to be one of the most important models in BMW motorcycle manufacturing history. Built in Berlin with German vintage industrial excellence and reliability.

A symphony of elegance and power that transcends time itself.

A rare gem, it invites you to partake in a union of past and present, a chance to indulge in the intoxicating blend of artistry and engineering brilliance that BMW motorcycles have woven into their DNA.

Immerse yourself in its impeccable condition that inspires confidence. True and documented miles on the odometer. Every mile silently remembers tales of countless adventures embarked upon by just the two daring souls who possessed this motorcycle before you.

With this motorcycle you will step into a world where German chrome and steel becomes a portal to the past. She is beautiful and refined. She is reliable and ready to transport you this summer to a bygone era, where the wind carries whispers of nostalgia and the road unfurls like a ribbon of possibility.

When you are in the saddle riding this sublime machine you will experience happiness. Approving glances at traffic lights, from those who truly understand, will confirm the wisdom of your ownership.

Picture it now in front of your home: the ebony black paint, lustrous and alluring, reflecting the sun's golden embrace. Refined chromed accents shimmer like fragments of stardust, beckoning you closer.

Your hands will find solace and joy in the embrace of handlebar grips that connect you through time and countless journeys, inviting you to become one with the spirit of this timeless and refined machine.

With the push of of a button the 749cc boxer twin engine, renowned for its reliability and performance, surges to life. The strong engine possesses a power that is both exhilarating and refined, capable of effortlessly conquering open roads or navigating bustling city streets.

This 1972 BMW R75/5 is a road worthy mechanical symphony, orchestrated and restored to excellence, and ready for a long adventure. The transmission and suspension dance gracefully together between gears, a choreographed ballet that leaves you breathless. Its nimble grace, refined through meticulous restoration, glides over rugged terrain like a bird in flight.

If you are truly serious about acquiring this machine, a unique opportunity awaits you now. The custodian who has lovingly cared for this fine German steed for 24 years stands ready to share his passion, insights, and history of the motorcycle with you. The current owner is not only the guardian of this beautiful motorcycle, but he is also the person who can tell you about the restoration of this masterpiece to its former glory. A direct conversation with this custodian, a meeting of minds and hearts, is but a step away, allowing you to unlock the secrets and stories hidden within this timeless treasure that experienced a loving (and fully documented) restoration nine years ago that totaled more than $12,000.

For the fearless soul who craves the ecstasy of vintage motorcycle voyages or the discerning collector who seeks to possess a piece of living history, this 1972 BMW R75/5 beckons you forth. Surrender yourself to the siren's call, and embark on a journey through time, where every twist of the throttle carries you closer to the essence of a legendary classic that transcends the boundaries of imagination.

South Jersey Classics is a 10,000-square-foot classic and specialty collector automobile dealer, featuring 50+ vehicles. This vehicle is located in our showroom in Newfield, NJ. Our Dealership is on US Route 40 just off New Jersey Route 55, Exit 39B heading towards Elmer, NJ; conveniently just 40 Minutes East of Philadelphia, 40 Minutes West from the Major New Jersey Shore Points, and 30 minutes North of the Delaware Memorial Bridge. Our Showroom is conveniently accessible from all major Southern New Jersey Roadways including New Jersey Turnpike, I-295, I-76, NJ Route 42, NJ Route 55, US Route 40, Atlantic City Expressway, and New Jersey Parkway. Our website is www.SJClassics.com and our phone number is (856) 521-0832. Don't hesitate to contact us anytime for more information or to come to see the vehicle in person.

Basic
Year
1972
Make
BMW
Auto Model Name
R75/5
Miles
44,657
Vin
2985286
Mechanical
Engine Type
Gasoline
Engine Size
749cc Twin Boxer
Transmission Type
4 Speed Manual
Exterior
Body Or Basic Color
Black
Body Style
Standard
Interior
Interior Or Basic Color
Black
Seat Material
Leather