Vintage BMW Motorcycle Owners

Thanks for the replies. I am currently preparing the petrol tank for painting. It had a few deep scratches and some peeling paint, so I am going to repaint it. I found a local pinstriper who will stripe both sides for $150, as original. The problem I will have is that the frame is a bit shabby and i...

Thanks, Kurt. I have some of the Permatex on the way. I can also use it for the engine badges, too, as you noted.
Also, I have the straight petcocks in hand and they will permit me to install inline fuel filters between the tank and the carbs.

I am just starting to prep my 1971 R75/5 fuel tank that had some deep scratches and a few small peeling paint spots. I was able to remove the knee pads with no damage but would like to have recommendations as to what adhesive has been used successfully to re-attach knee pads. There is evidence of so...

Have you investigated the possibility of having your mc sleeved. Here is a link to a company that has been known for decades for quality work: https://whitepost.com/brake-sleeving-rebuilding-services/ I have known of them but have not used them and they may be expensive, but it wouldn't hurt to cont...

Great information provided. The photos are really helpful for my partial restoration of a 1971 R75/5. Thanks.

After failing a number of bench tests, I have determined that my OEM Bosch electric starter on my 1971 R75/5 is kaput. I have discovered that "replacement" starters are priced from as low as $40 with free shipping to nearly $400 plus shipping. Usually, you get what you pay for, but is a $4...

Thanks for the update. Your photos are very helpful!

Very thorough work and excellent documentation. An interesting project.
We are not going into as complete a job on my 71 R75/5 and our pace, as a pair of Geezers, is much slower. We call my hobby garage "The New Geezer Garage."

My 1971 R75/5 has one rusty muffler so I bought a pair of chrome steel mufflers but now see that the existing head and crossover pipes should also be replaced. Is there any issue with SS head/crossover pipes connected to chrome steel mufflers? Or should I simply get chrome head/crossover pipes? What...

Kurt, Thanks, your source information is valuable. Literally. I have been away from BMW sources since I sold my previous R75/5.