BMW R 75/7 (1976-1979) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 1976, BMW marketed once again a traditional 750cc model with the launch of the modified /7 series. The newly released BMW R 75/7 was fitted with a new 24-liter tank with the new recessed safety tank filler pipe and a new front wheel mudguard, just like its smaller R 60/7 sister model.

The only difference between R 75/7 and its little sister, was made by the Bing carburetors and a brakes disc mounted on the front wheel. The engine of the model was carried away from its predecessor but optimized for noise reduction.

The previous series was considered very robust and mature, so the R 75/7 did not receive any significant changes or innovations to the manual transmission or chassis.

Onto the double loop frame with a bolted rear section took its place the 745cc flat-twin engine that developed a power output of 50 hp at 6,200 rpm and 58 Nm and 58 Nm (43 lb-ft) of torque available at 5,000 rpm. In conjunction with the curb weight of 215 kg (474 lbs), the power from the engine pushed the bike to a top speed of 177 kph (110 mph).

For stopping power, the 1976 BMW R 75/7 had packed on the front wheel a 260 mm single disc brake and a 200 mm drum unit on the rear wheel.