1985 BMW K75
Born in 1985, the 1985 BMW K75 is a 740cc triple-cylinder standard motorcycle producing 75hp from BMW.
Specifications
Engine
- Type
- DOHC inline-3
- Displacement
- 740 cc
- Cylinders
- 3
- Power
- 75 hp @ 8500 rpm
- Torque
- 66.0 Nm
- Compression
- —
- Bore × Stroke
- 67.0 × 70.0 mm
- Cooling
- Water-cooled
- Fuel System
- Bosch LE-Jetronic fuel injection
Chassis & Transmission
- Frame
- Steel tube space frame
- Front Suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear Suspension
- Monolever swingarm
- Front Brake
- Dual disc
- Rear Brake
- Single disc
- Front Tyre
- —
- Rear Tyre
- —
- Transmission
- 5-speed
- Final Drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top Speed
- 200 km/h (124 mph)
- ¼ Mile
- —
Dimensions & Weight
- Dry Weight
- 210 kg (463 lbs)
- Wet Weight
- 228 kg (503 lbs)
- Seat Height
- 810 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1496 mm
- Ground Clearance
- —
- Fuel Capacity
- 21.0 L
History & Story
BMW's 1985 BMW K75 arrived in 1985 as a standard motorcycle designed for the discerning rider. Produced in Germany, it quickly earned recognition as a capable standard motorcycle from the 1980s.
Powering the 1985 BMW K75 is a 740cc DOHC inline-3 producing 75hp. This triple-cylinder engine uses water-cooled cooling and draws fuel through Bosch LE-Jetronic fuel injection. A 5-speed gearbox sends power via shaft final drive to the rear wheel.
Weighing 210 kg (463 lbs) dry, the 1985 BMW K75 uses a steel tube space frame frame, telescopic fork front suspension, and monolever swingarm rear suspension. The braking system comprises dual disc front and single disc rear units.
Performance-wise, the 1985 BMW K75 achieves a claimed top speed of 200 km/h (124 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 21.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for standard motorcycle duties. The seat height of 810 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.
Powering the 1985 BMW K75 is a 740cc DOHC inline-3 producing 75hp. This triple-cylinder engine uses water-cooled cooling and draws fuel through Bosch LE-Jetronic fuel injection. A 5-speed gearbox sends power via shaft final drive to the rear wheel.
Weighing 210 kg (463 lbs) dry, the 1985 BMW K75 uses a steel tube space frame frame, telescopic fork front suspension, and monolever swingarm rear suspension. The braking system comprises dual disc front and single disc rear units.
Performance-wise, the 1985 BMW K75 achieves a claimed top speed of 200 km/h (124 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 21.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for standard motorcycle duties. The seat height of 810 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.
Known Issues
- Final drive spline wear on shaft-drive models
- Fuel injection (K-series) relay board failures
- Starter motor brushes wear over time
Fun Facts
- The 1985 BMW K75 was produced in BMW's Germany facilities
- The 1985 BMW K75 featured a steel tube space frame frame typical of 1980s design philosophy
Collector Information
- Parts Availability
- Good
- Collector Rating
- 5/10
Resources & Parts
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