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r75/5

  1. S

    Pinstripe dimensions for 1970 R75/5

    Hi all I have checked many, many many sites and there appears to be a degree of flexibility to the correct pinstriping dimensions. What I have found is; The wide stripe ranges from 3 - 4mm, The gap from 3 - 5mm and The thin strip from 1.5 - 2mm Some even say the dimensions are different on...
    • sjlrl
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    • paint pinstriping r75/5
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Airheads
  2. J

    Exhaust Nut Wrench for 1971 R75/5?

    Doing research for an upcoming retoration of my 1971 R75/5 and have found a number of special wrenches for removing the finned nut that holds the exhaust pipes to the heads. I anticipate some struggle getting a nearly 50 year old nut free so I think a special wrench would be valuable to prevent...
    • jimmiejag
    • Thread
    • exhaust exhaust nut removal r75/5 wrench
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Airheads
  3. J

    My First Post: Battery Reco for 1971 R75/5

    I am new to this forum but not to motorcycling: I currently own three, including a 1985 Honda NightHawk, a 1971 Triumph Tiger and I just bought a near duplicate of a 1971 BMW R75/5 that I owned a decade ago except this one is not running and needs work. The current dead battery is a BMW Branded...
  4. Y

    Newbie with electrical upgrade question for 1972 75/5

    Hello, I recently purchased a 1972 75/5 and it in great shape except it needs a lot of electrical work. The starter was replaced and I have ordered new coils and wiring harness. This is my first motorcycle (I have only worked on dirt bikes through the years) so its a little daunting. My question...
    • yourpalcal
    • Thread
    • ignition r75/5 r75/5 electrical r75/5 rebuild starter
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Airheads
  5. R

    steering head bearings /5 replace

    What parts will be needed to replace the steering head bearings on a 75/5? Are they any old bearings or do you have to use the BMW ones?
    • rider1D
    • Thread
    • r75/5 steering head bearings
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Airheads
  6. H

    71 R75/5 Starter Relay - should I retrofit a new one?

    Greetings MOA mates, I currently have a starter issue on my R75/5: When I click the starter switch, the starter will start cranking but will not stop until I pull the battery. I am still in troubleshooting phase and have done my usual web research (I am new at Airheads maintenance). A lot of...
    • htwashere
    • Thread
    • airhead airhead starter cricket r75/5 r75/5 electrical relay wiring
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Airheads
  7. K

    '71 R75/5 Fuse Recommendation

    My bike has no fuses, or holders for fuses, or evidence that fuses were ever present. This is odd to me, and my gut tells me that I should install some. What are your thoughts? If it is general wisdom to run fuses on these bikes, how should I proceed? I'm tearing the bike right down to the frame...
  8. S

    R75/5 front drum brake springs

    I inherited a 1972 R75/5 that my father used for the last 20 years as his winter commuter with a sidecar. I took the sidecar off and am slowly going through things. I can't seem to get the front brake pads to touch at the same time. I pull the lever and feel one bad start rubbing but it then...
    • Sefton
    • Thread
    • brake springs drum brakes r75/5
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Airheads
  9. J

    1971 R75/5 Missing Subframe Tab - Fabrication advice?

    Hello BMW MOA Members! Long story short, I just acquired a very dusty, somewhat complete '71 R75/5 (my dream bike). I got it for somewhat of a steal, but it's definitely not without some issues. This is my first BMW so I'm still learning pretty much everything about them as I go. The latest...
    • jrussakis
    • Thread
    • frame repair r75/5 rebuild seat latch
    • Replies: 17
    • Forum: Airheads
  10. G

    1972 R75/5 SWB Toaster

    Hi, fellow Beemer Riders I've arrived at a fork in the road and have decided to sell my '72 Toaster. I'm hoping some of you can give me some feedback on pricing??? I've checked out our MOA Fleamarket, where prices range from U.S. $5,000 to $8,200 currently. A review of oodle.com information...
  11. J

    Tarnished Reflector on R75/5

    Hi all, Was replacing the rubber gasket and spring clips on my headlamp today (as well as cleaning the glass) and I noticed that my reflector is starting to tarnish. Is there any-way to clean the reflector? It appears to be a metal reflector, rather than the plastic version that Hucky sells...
    • jbf
    • Thread
    • headlight r75/5 reflector restoration restore
    • Replies: 17
    • Forum: Airheads
  12. J

    R75/5 vs the /6 bikes - DIY rebuild rating.

    Hi, I am looking for a bike to work on and ride - not a full blown restoration, just enough to be clean, reliable and wrench able. My skills are mediocre - confident in earlier rebuilds of dirt bikes, a couple of marine outboards and one old jeep motor/suspension. I have the chance to pick...
  13. N

    1972 R75/5 Voltage to Ground Question

    I'm a new member, so thanks in advance for replies. I have a 1972 R75/5 Toaster. Can anyone tell me whether 13+ volts between the battery ground strap and the frame is normal for this bike? I'd like to know whether I should be looking for a wiring short. I was getting 0.56mA as well - but...
    • NigelS
    • Thread
    • electrical ground voltage r75/5
    • Replies: 33
    • Forum: Airheads
  14. 1

    key code R75/5

    I have my key blanks in hand, but was wondering if BMW-USA or BMW-Germany can supply the key codes for cutting the fork and seat lock keys via the VIN #. Or can anyone of help in suggesting how I would go about getting that code? Thanks from a new member.
    • 1971R755
    • Thread
    • 1971 codes fork lock keys r75/5
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Airheads
  15. S

    New 75/5 and questions

    Hi all, After months of lurking and scheming, I finally pulled the trigger and bought my first "proper" motorcycle, a '71 75/5. It's been sitting since 2002, so it's going to need a bit of work, but the price was right and I've been looking for a little bit of a project. Needless to say, I'm...
    • sneakers563
    • Thread
    • air fork dyna mikuni r75/5
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Airheads
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