BMW K75 750

This is my 4th K75, I'm fortunate enough to have an understanding wife and the modest amount of cash necessary to indulge in old clunkers, and of the previous K75's owned two were full fairing models and one was a C model.

I've also experienced 5 K100's since the mid 80's and each time I've sold a previous K its always been with a little regret. Its been 18 months plus since the last K75 was sold with several bikes coming and going in between and when on the hunt for the next bike I find the smallest K is the first thing I go looking for. Perhaps I should mention I have other bikes from early Brits through to a Breva 1200 and having racked up a lot of miles doing both a 200ml round trip commute 3 days a week plus my pleasure riding I think I can voice a fair opinion. I've just turned 68, I also ride an XJ 900 Diversion combo, I still have my Yamaha TRX 850 I bought new in Feb 1996 plus I have a mid 1997 900 Thunderbird and now I have this 1993 K75S. I honestly believe, now that I own it, this version of the K75 is probably the best all-round bike I have ever owned and I would like to mention that what short comings they are reputed to have that get frequently mentioned, well they are more than made up by the package as a whole.

My K75s is totally standard other than the low seat option, heated grips and BMW panniers with small top box and its brilliant. At 5'8" compared to the other BM's, my Breva and the T Bird it almost feels light, on the road its turbine smooth, handles well and gives me a sense of complete control.

I hate the initial bite of the front brakes, the misting of instruments, the fact that if I hurry the gear changes it doesn't like it, it should really have 10% + more power with a 6th gear (but doesn't need it), the mirrors and it feels faster than it actually is.

I love the way it looks, the build quality, the way the fairing works, it never feels strained, its all day comfortable, how easy it is to put on the centre stand, I can get both feet flat on the ground, it makes me feel like i've achieved something simply by owning it and the fact that I don't care what the weathers doing I just want to get on and ride it, its relatively easy to maintain and ohh, I really like it.

In short I really, really, really like my other bikes but if my K75 is anything to go buy, these K75S are something special and I want a new one.

So go get one while you can, get used to it then appreciate it, after a lifetime of field bikes, dirt bikes, track days plus visits to Santa Pod, owning bikes that were flat out at 70 and bikes that were still pulling at 160 plus, discover what's taken me a lifetime of riding to finally find.

I bought my K-75 in 1884 in Sierra Vista AZ. It was a trade in with 400 miles. The previous owner wanted the cruiser style bike and rode it only 1 week before the trade. It is the C or E model with the windshield and hard saddle bags. it also had he Corbin orthopedic seat for long rides. I have ridden the motorcycle throughout the world with various assignments with my employment. I currently have 170,000 miles on it and it is going strong. Over the time I have owned it oil changes were done every 3,000 miles and the fuel filter very 5,000 miles. Spark plugs and air filter every 10,000 miles. Seems like a little extra expense but it has kept the motor in great shape. The only engine problem I had was the # 2 exhaust valve burned a hole . This was after I had returned from 6 years in Germany using ethanol free 93 or 95 octane fuel. Then I came back the USA and within 1 year the valve burned. Testing of all cylinders before showed 145 pounds for valves 1 & 3 and 0 for the burned valve. After repair all had between 145 and 150 pounds pressure. Since then it has been fine. All of the miles have been great riding. I toured the Southeast when I lived in GA and NC. I toured all of Europe when I lived there for 6 years and in 2015 I did the 4 corner ride from Key West FL, to San Francisco CA to Seattle WA and the to Weare NH and back to Panama City FL. The trip was 10,500 miles long in 28 days. Only problem occurred in CA with salt water in the gas purchased at a Shell gas station. When the tank was flushed and fresh gas put in all was well.

The motorcycle has preformed well for as long as I have had it. I had friends on the German Police and was able to test the top speed for the motorcycle. Radar clocked the bike at 145 mph. BMW says 125 maximum well maybe I have a jewel. I do not plan to get rid of the motorcycle anytime soon. I was at the dealer in Jacksonville FL this past summer and spoke with a salesman there about a possible trade-in. I was looking at an 800 model with similar set up of saddle bags and windshield. When I told the salesman which bike I currently have he told me DON'T get rid of it. It is the bullet proof model and will run for ever.

I will take his advise and ride on for as long the bike and can stay together.

K75C model. I bought this bike new back in 1986 - highway lights/luggage rack and hard bags. It was one of the first in northern Michigan. The only "MAJOR" repair that I have had to do is replace the fuel pump at the 24 year old mark. I have had 6 other motorcycles (2 HD; 3 Yamaha & 1 Kawasaki)over the years and always end up keeping the "BRICK". In the garage it is a little top heavy to PUSH around but on the road it is a dream. I change the oil/filter every 5k miles. Every 3 years I change the coolant; brake pads and brake fluid. I have had the rear splines lubed at the dealership 3 times so far - yes its typical BMW expensive but not when you think about how much "GOOD" drive chains AND sprockets now cost. The GOOD: fuel mileage on highways; excellent handling; luggage capacity; ease of basic maintenance; modular assembly that even an idiot could understand. The BAD: BMW parts and/or labor prices. Excess heat in desert (Phoenix, AZ) "Stop and Go" traffic. There is no way I will end up selling this bike. If you can find one in good shape - BUY IT !!!!

Quite possibly! Certainly among the top ten ever and certainly the best in its 750cc size class. This bike is rock solid on the highway,as solid ay speed (70-95mph) as any much bigger ride twice its cc's. Sporting enough in the canyons and perfect for touring with two roomy panniers and top box. All day comfotrable riding especially with a corbin saddle and bar backs. Added Spiegler steel lines and improved the already great braking. Michelin Pilot Activ get me some 5-6k miles in hot California. Power is great, a little more would be fine but not a deal breaker. Oil consumption virtually nil between 3k changes. Wind protection excellent particularly in summer, larger winter ad on aeroflow shield advised. Great torque, buttery smooth, 200 mile range. I've been riding for 30 years have owned dozens of larger and smaller bikes, other bimmers, harleys, jap bikes, have ridden over 100 bikes in my life. If you can or only want one low budget alternative, this is the unabashed choice. Mine is a 1987 with 54k miles. Bought mine in Oct 2013 with 45k miles from original owner for $700, invested some $2500.

I am 4 weeks into my first bike BMW K75 RT.Only passed my test in Aug 2013.I have read all the reviews and found them interesting and informative.I agree the bike is heavy to move around the garage.When taking it off the centre stand I have almost lost it away from me and i know there will be no stopping it if it goes too far.It is so smooth and quiet and once on the move no problem with balance.It is great on the Motorway but for long distance but i sometimes feel a 6th gear is needed.Got a problem with the ABS light it carries on flashing until I have ridden 20 miles or more but then if you stop switch ignition off then back on and ride on again its goes out as it should,any ideas?. The bike has done 20,000 miles only from new it is a 1996 model K75 RT Ultima the last produced for the UK market.Its got full BMW luggage and electric windshield.The handbook says it has self cancelling turn signals but if it should have they are not operating.A great bike all in all and I intent to keep it and ride it long as I am able to cope with the weight of it.Any tips/comments on the ABS or indeed on anything would be most appreciated.

I own the K75 now for 23 years.

Never I had any Problem or failure.

I Love this bike and will Never sell it.

The K75 is used in summer only. Every year I get it out of the garage

In Mai and start it with on try.

Hard to believe but true.

Handling is good, speed is sufficient (180km/h).

I own a K75S '88 model and absolutely love it. Unfortunately it is currently off road after taking me about 95 glorious 'k's'. I have owned quite a few Jap bikes and even an old Harley, but this babe cuts the cake. The 'S' has taken me over quite a bit of Australia, has proven itself as a regular commuter, always started first time, even on the coldest mornings. Handling? Well like any hub bike it takes a little getting used to after the ol' chains but I just love the transmission breaking once I got used to it - saves a lot on brake pads? Speed? Not the fastest 750 in the shed for sure but I have had her up to 195kph with still more to go. The acceleration I found more than adequate for an ol' codger and was able to easily weave my way through traffic in the city and on the open roads. Never dropped it - except on my first day out in peak hour city where I stopped at lights put my foot down into a pothole and found air, slowly leaning over until it grounded. Very embarrassing in front of the mega peak hour workers. They had a good chuckle though. It weren't that easy to pick up believe me but I did find out that the set was a little too tall for my short arse legs. I miss the ol' beema and am looking at either getting her back on the road or perhaps getting a 2nd hand k75RT. They'll do me until I am looking up at the grass.

I own a 1991 BMW K75S that I bought almost 3 years ago with 100,000 miles on the odometer for $4,000 cash. It is fitted with panniers, top box, heated grips, ABS, Motolights, Spiegler floating discs and braided ss brake lines. My other rides include a 1984 BMW R65 with panniers and weather shield and a Yamaha XV1100 Virago cruiser. The R65 is the best handling on the three because of its lower weight and shorter wheelbase. The big V-twin Virago has the most power. The K75S has the best acceleration and brakes, and is the best best bike of the three for freeway commuting and riding in bad (=awful) weather. The ultra-smooth engine of the brick took a little while to get used to but after 15,000 miles I love it. I have had the bike lowered by one-and-three-quarter inches which has improved handling in second and third gear corners. My daily commute is 35 miles each way and includes about 10 miles of freeway. The morning and evening rides are a genuine pleasure. Plenty of power and torque matched by very good handling and sensitive excellent brakes make overtaking very safe.

The BMW K75 is simple, quiet and a dream to ride. It is the smoothest motorcycle around. It does fine on the freeway you can throw it around the twisties with ease.

However, the seat is high and it can be awkward to push around the garage and driveway for short folks. It just takes some getting used to, but once you ' re moving, it is perfectly balanced.

I am truly humbled and honored to ride the K75. It is by far the best riding experience I have ever had. It has got to be the quietest, smoothest bike in the world.

Talking to the guy that was running a local dealership in Reading when they sold and serviced BMWs he told me about a K75RT that they looked after for a local courier that had done over a million miles!! now thats what I call value!