Bmw R 75 motorcycles for sale in California

1973 BMW R 75

$11,500

Glendale, California

Year 1973

Make BMW

Model R 75

Category -

Engine 749 cc

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This particular bike has resided on my block now for over 42 years. I first saw it drive by when I was 19. I was impressed as the owner Don, who was our neighbor and mailman always putted by so slowly, and so quietly. I remember it was not like a Honda 305, or a BSA like my cousin owned in the 60's. I told myself that one day I would buy Dons bike. As time went on, I grew up, had children, rode a dual sport type Yamaha 600 (Thumper) occasionally, and always kept in the back of my mind owning Dons R75/5.About 15 years ago, I saw Don one evening walking to the corner, I never had spoken to him, but now in my mid 40's, I had to talk to him and ask him if he still had the BMW, since he didn't seem to be delivering the mail anymore, and I never saw him drive by. He told me he had it the garage, said he bought it in '74, he was the 2nd owner. A couple of years past, and I saw that Dons house was for sale, I found out Don had passed away, and the estate was in probate. Another 6 months, maybe a bit longer passed, and one day coming home from worked, I saw my bike in Jims garage. I stopped and asked, was that Dons BMW ? Jim said yeah! He had just purchased it from Dons son (somehow), and then I told Jim the story, that I'm sharing with everyone now. Jim likes to work on motorcycles, clean them up, tinker with brakes and carbs and get them running again. I simply said to Jim, "whenever you decide to sell it, please knock on my door, I will buy it from you!"Well, March 2005, I get laid off from a 9 year job, three months later Jim is knocking on my door, "hey, I have the bike for sale in Craigslist, and a guy is coming to see it right now. You said you wanted me to let you know when I was ready to sell it" I simply said, "How Much" and 'Will you take a check ?" So finally I got my bike after 30 years of waiting. Funny thing, I never rode the bike. Just kept it with my collection of other bikes. Now at 60 plus, it's that time, kids have grown up, I've given a few bikes to my sons, and I've elected to sell a couple other vintage bikes to get rid of some cluster. So.....Up for offer is my 1973 BMW R75/5 motorcycle, it is original, except for maybe the battery, plugs and sparkplug cables. Speedo shows 43,xxx miles. Everything works! Asking price $11,500

1971 BMW R 75

$6,499

Altadena, California

Year 1971

Make BMW

Model R 75

Category -

Engine -

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What can you say about the legendary R75/5 that hasn't already been said? First modern BMW (electric start) and the "other" bike in Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance.This has been mine since 1994. It has served me well, crossing the country multiple times in style. Two owner bike, it was purchased in Chicago from a dealer as one-owner used in May of 1994. I have done very little apart from regular riding and regular maintenance. It has the untouched varnish of a beautiful old machine. That said, I did have Irv Seaver in Orange, CA take apart the motor and replace all the seals a few years ago, and last year the vintage BMW specialists Black Kat Motor Werks fixed the speedo, worked out some electrical gremlins, put on new shocks, redid the front fork oil and a bunch of other things they noticed. It is ready to ride. It starts great, rides awesome, charges great. No leaks that I am aware of. Tires are great.The nits: couple of minor nicks in the tank (shown in photos) and blue striping has worn in a couple of spots. Tail light housing a little roughed up. Also, left side of rear fender had some battery acid spilled on it. All are easy fixes. It also has the tab to the centerstand broken off which happens to 99% of them. Easy fix, or ignore.This thing attracts attention everywhere I go. Real vintage style, totally rideable, great but not repainted or otherwise retouched.This is a very sentimental ride for me, and while I need the room and I don't ride it enough I want it to go to a great owner.Email me with questions. I can also email some videos of the bike smooth running. Bike is also for sale locally, so keep that in mind.

2013 BMW R 1200 RT

$7,999

Altadena, California

Year 1971

Make BMW

Model R 75

Category -

Engine -

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What can you say about the legendary R75/5 that hasn't already been said? First modern BMW (electric start) and the "other" bike in Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance. This has been mine since 1994. It has served me well, crossing the country multiple times in style. Two owner bike, it was purchased in Chicago from a dealer as one-owner used in May of 1994. I have done very little apart from regular riding and regular maintenance. It has the untouched varnish of a beautiful old machine. That said, I did have Irv Seaver in Orange, CA take apart the motor and replace all the seals a few years ago, and last year the vintage BMW specialists Black Kat Motor Werks fixed the speedo, worked out some electrical gremlins, put on new shocks, redid the front fork oil and a bunch of other things they noticed. It is ready to ride. It starts great, rides awesome, charges great. No leaks that I am aware of. Tires are great. The nits: couple of minor nicks in the tank (shown in photos) and blue striping has worn in a couple of spots. Tail light housing a little roughed up. Also, left side of rear fender had some battery acid spilled on it. All are easy fixes. It also has the tab to the centerstand broken off which happens to 99% of them. Easy fix, or ignore. This thing attracts attention everywhere I go. Real vintage style, totally rideable, great but not repainted or otherwise retouched. This is a very sentimental ride for me, and while I need the room and I don't ride it enough I want it to go to a great owner. Email me with questions. I can also email some videos of the bike smooth running. Bike is also for sale locally, so keep that in mind.

2017 BMW Select Model

$3,000

San Francisco, California

Year 1975

Make BMW

Model R 75

Category -

Engine -

Posted Over 1 Month

Always stored indoors, been parked a few years, but was running perfectly. Nice original condition bike. (510)459-0135

2016 BMW R 1200 GS Light White

$7,000

Los Angeles, California

Year 1972

Make BMW

Model R 75

Category -

Engine -

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1972 BMW R75/5 SWB Scrambler on CA blue plates. The previous owner bought this motorcycle new in Sacremento, it's now titled in my name, insured and on the road. Specifications: Renthal handlbars, Magura grips, Custom subframe, Custom seat upholstered in Mercedes MB-Tex (waterproof vinyl that with a genuine leather look) Shorty mufflers, Exhaust wrap, New tires and tubes, LED Taillight, New footpeg rubbers New peanut valve covers Maintenance items: All fluids changed, New valve cover gaskets, Carbs rebuilt, synchronized and tuned, I can arrange shipping anywhere in the US for $500

2002 BMW R 1150 GS ADVENTURE

$7,900

Ventura, California

Year 1975

Make BMW

Model R75 6

Category -

Engine 800cc cc

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Fully restored custom hand built BMW R75/6 with 800cc cylinders and dual plug heads. New mikuni carburetorsRear set with GP style shifting, new wiring, with remote dry cell. Custom gauges, signals, tail light, all working. With custom paint and body work.GSXR dual disc front forks with steering damper. Custom coated wheels and new tires, new bearings, and all rubber fixtures replaced. Every mechanical and cosmetic detail is finished. Over 10 thousand dollars spent, ready to ride and enjoy.

2014 BMW K 1600 GT

$1,200

San Francisco, California

Year 1973

Make BMW

Model R 75

Category -

Engine -

Posted Over 1 Month

I bought this R75/5 in 2008 from a BMW enthusiast out in central California's gold country. He installed an electronic ignition upgrade and had been riding it daily for years but had finally decided to move on to a bigger newer BMW. He told me it had one issue: it had been modified by removing the backrest, the rack and the tandem seat and installing a Corbin solo seat and customizing the back fender and tailights to fit with the new seat. He liked how it looked so much that he bought it. After he had owned it for a couple of years, he decided it was time to replace the battery, which was no longer holding a charge very well. He then discovered that one of the modifications the former owner had done to support the solo seat involved welding the back of the frame in such a way that the giant battery was totally trapped in the frame! It was then that he decided to sell i the bike, rather than take it apart just to change the battery. Foolishly, just as he had done years earlier, I bought it from him even after hearing this sad tale because it looked so cool and ran so well. I kept it on a trickle charger all the time, but that battery was on its deathbed. It was running great other than the battery issue when I stopped riding it in 2009. I undid the rear wheel and took that old battery out. It still needs a new battery put in and all those bolts tightened up. It has 49,622 miles on it. The gas lines have deteriorated and should be replaced, and the tires are flat. The pigeons decorated it for a few months, until I covered it. It is covered with mud, but underneath the dirt the paint is still pretty good It has been sitting in my side alley since 2010. There is one ding in the gas tank. It is complete, except for the original seat , which I never had, and the title is clear and in my name. Get this vintage relic back on the road, all it needs is a battery, a good scrubbing and some basic TLC!

BMW : R-Series 1975 bmw r 75 6 cafe racer custom

$10,000

Sherman Oaks, California

Year 1975

Make BMW

Model R75/6

Category -

Engine 750

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Up for sale is my beautiful Custom BMW R75/6 Engine was rebuilt and has around 4500 miles since rebuild. Original speedometer removed for aesthetics. Can include a speedometer which is an R60 replica and would suit the build nicely. Title is clear. Asking price is $10k O.B.O. Registration in California is paid for up to end of June 2016 Bike runs great and she fires up first time, even on cold days. (although I do live in LA so cold days here are not too bad) Electric start as she's a 1975 which is the year they introduced elctric start so no kicking! Custom exhaust and monza gas cap plus various other bespoke items. Please feel free to message with any questions. Bike only has rear turn signals, Front turn signals can be included at buyer request. So can mirrors. Thanks for looking. Original bike in last pic. I'll be sad to see this one go :-(

1972 BMW R 75

$5,000

Venice, California

Year 1972

Make BMW

Model R 75

Category Classic Motorcycles

Engine 749 cc

Posted Over 1 Month

1972 BMW R 75 , I am the 4th owner of this 1972 BMW R75/5 SWB. Primarily used as a commuter, the engine is in immaculate working order and I have kept a record of all regular and scheduled maintenance, parts, etc. I have done my best to keep the bike as close to vintage as possible, however the aesthetics are concurrent with is age and milage. The bike has been laid down 3 times to my knowledge, but has not sustained any major damage. As with most vintage bikes, it requires regular maintenance to keep it reliable. The bike comes with a complete tool roll, a set of vintage saddle bags, US (high) and European (low) handlebars, and a two sets of crash bars. Also included are all manuals and literature, parts, and consumables (spark plugs, oil filters, etc.) that I have for the bike. A vintage fairing is available, but not included as it is currently located out-of-state. Questions are always welcome. Thanks for looking. $5,000.00

2008 KTM Xc

$7,000

Newhall, California

Year 1972

Make BMW

Model R 75

Category Touring Motorcycles

Engine 750 cc

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1972 BMW R 75 , 1972 BMW R 75 , True Barn Find! 2 BMW R75/5's been in garage storage for more than 35 years in Los Angeles. 1972 & 1973. Last reg's 81' & 89'. Owner bought them both new, equiped the same since new. Owner recently died. Both bikes were parked running, both in all original condition. Everything appears to function; brakes, shifters, controls, switches, clutch, roll freely, seats are soft and no holes, etc. Both have factory tool rolls, owners manuals and keys. This comes with factory service manual, 3 antique helmets, box of helmet pads and gloves, original papers since new, extra parts, ride pins, pink slips, original bags - trunks - fairings - windshields, etc. These bikes are complete and both need major cleaning and restoration. They are dirty and rusty but will clean up nice. This is a REAL barn find for a pair of matching BMW Toaster's. I have not replaced the batteries or tried to start them. Don't waste my time!! 33K miles and 88K miles. $7,000.00 $7,000.00

1972 BMW R 75

$7,000

Newhall, California

Year 1972

Make BMW

Model R 75

Category Touring Motorcycles

Engine 750 cc

Posted Over 1 Month

1972 BMW R 75 , True Barn Find! 2 BMW R75/5's been in garage storage for more than 35 years in Los Angeles. 1972 & 1973. Last reg's 81' & 89'. Owner bought them both new, equiped the same since new. Owner recently died. Both bikes were parked running, both in all original condition. Everything appears to function; brakes, shifters, controls, switches, clutch, roll freely, seats are soft and no holes, etc. Both have factory tool rolls, owners manuals and keys. This comes with factory service manual, 3 antique helmets, box of helmet pads and gloves, original papers since new, extra parts, ride pins, pink slips, original bags - trunks - fairings - windshields, etc. These bikes are complete and both need major cleaning and restoration. They are dirty and rusty but will clean up nice. This is a REAL barn find for a pair of matching BMW Toaster's. I have not replaced the batteries or tried to start them. Don't waste my time!! 33K miles and 88K miles. $7,000.00

1975 BMW R 75

$7,200

Los Angeles, California

Year 1975

Make BMW

Model R 75

Category Classic Motorcycles

Engine 750 cc

Posted Over 1 Month

1975 BMW R 75 , 1975 BMW R75/6 Excellent condition, runs great. Brand new clutch and much more. Original paint with hand pinstriping. Original Krauser cases w/ keys (both to lock onto bike and to lock cases shut. Cases alone in this condition can sell for $400 or more.) Original owners manual (and Clymers manual). Original under-seat tool kit. New fork gators and bumpers. New front tire (Michelin). New spark plug wires. New points. Valves adjusted. Timing set. Carbs balanced. New battery mounts. New air filter. Service performed by Highland Motor Sports (Peter Alberts - BMW specialist). $2,160 in new work. Complete list, parts, labor invoices available. Previously done new front brakes. Locking helmet hooks on back. Rear tire in very good condition. 84k on odometer. Issues: Speedometer needle recently broken (needs needle only). Three tears on sides of seat (see pictures). Clean title in-hand, tags until October. Serious buyers only please. $7,200.00

1971 BMW R 75

$8,995

Cool, California

Year 1971

Make BMW

Model R 75

Category Classic Motorcycles

Engine 750 cc

Posted Over 1 Month

1971 BMW R 75 , Classic 1971 R75/5 BMW with TOASTER tank. Runs like new. All original. Very good tires. Always Dealer serviced. Owner has hard bags, windshield, passenger backrest, brackets, and ORIGINAL owners manual. $8,995.00