1992 BMW K 75

Specifications
- Category
- Sport touring
- Displacement
- 740.0 ccm (45.15 cubic inches)
- Displacement (cc)
- 740.00
- Engine details
- In-line three, four-stroke
- Power
- 75.0 HP (54.7 kW) @ 8500 RPM
- Top speed
- 194.0 km/h (120.5 mph)
- Compression
- 11.0:1
- Bore × stroke
- 67.0 x 70.0 mm (2.6 x 2.8 inches)
- Valves/cyl
- 2.0
- Fuel control
- Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
- Cooling
- Liquid
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission
- Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
- Front tyre
- 100/90-18
- Rear tyre
- 130/90-17
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Wet weight
- 236.0 kg (520.3 pounds)
- Fuel capacity
- 21.00 litres (5.55 US gallons)
The 1992 BMW K 75
The 1992 BMW K 75 sits in the middle of BMW's K-series lineup, the sensible sibling to the four-cylinder K 100 rather than the flashy option. This is a bike built for covering serious distance without drama: the inline-triple engine and shaft drive mean low maintenance fuss and a smooth, predictable power delivery rather than an adrenaline rush. Riders get a machine that settles into highway speeds comfortably and shrugs off long days in the saddle, with handling that rewards a relaxed, confident riding style over aggressive cornering. It's the kind of motorcycle you buy to actually use, not to admire in a garage. The 1992 model carried over without significant mechanical changes from the prior year — buyers comparing it to a 1991 example should focus on mileage, service history, and condition rather than spec differences. No recalls or service bulletins specific to this year have surfaced, which speaks to the platform's maturity by this point. Typical buyers are practical riders drawn to BMW's reputation for durability, often stepping down from bigger touring rigs or up from Japanese standards, plus a modest collector segment appreciating the K 75's understated, no-nonsense engineering.
Auction history
| Date | Listing | Price | Mileage | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2025 | Modified 1992 BMW K75 | $12,100 | — | Bring a Trailer |
| May 17, 2024 | 1992 BMW K75 | $3,750 | — | Bring a Trailer |
| Mar 26, 2024 | 1992 BMW K75 | $5,900 | — | Bring a Trailer |
