BMW R60/5 AIRHEAD COMPRESSION TEST

[@simonchilli2088]

Love the home made workbench.

[@WorkshopRebuild]

Thanks a lot! I have made another 50 feet of this bench on the other half of the shop and it works very well. I also added plywood half way down for storage purposes and I can't be more happy about it.

[@simonchilli2088]

@@WorkshopRebuild That's bigger than a man cave, it's a man retreat!!

[@adrianoagliardi1450]

Bellissima ! Colore stupendo ! ✌️🇮🇹🤓

[@WorkshopRebuild]

Thank you Adriano!! Grazie mille :D

[@darkiee69]

I do hope you kept the windjammer, and bought some Krauser bags. You will love both on long rides.

[@WorkshopRebuild]

I have kept the windjammer in storage and I would love to find some Krauser bags! I would love to document a trip once I'm done rebuilding everything! Thanks for tuning in -Andreas

[@paulhoughtonhhoughton9188]

Craven the company still makes panniers here in the UK

[@WorkshopRebuild]

Thank for sharing this information, Paul! I guess if you make quality products for the right customer base, you can be in business for a long time. Unfortunately the panniers I have were modified to fit this bike, as the bottom was cut to fit around the mufflers. One lid is also missing, but that could easily be replicated with some fiberglass. For now they have a spot on a shelf until I decide what I want to do with them. Regards Andreas

[@MegaBruceC]

I love the way the PO did the seat, looks better for shorter guys like myself!

[@WorkshopRebuild]

I'm not sure if the previous owner bent the rods inside or if this seat was purchased like this...either way, it's a great solution to be closer to the ground. I will be replacing this seat once I'm done with the frame assembly and hopefully that will be sometime soon. Thanks for viewing and leaving a comment, I appreciate it! Regards Andreas

[@Klczone]

Awesome

[@WorkshopRebuild]

Thank you Kel, I appreciate it! -Andreas

[@Rob-hw5wr]

I'm looking at a 1972 R60/5 so this is helpful. Do you know what the thread is on the plugs?

[@WorkshopRebuild]

That's awesome, I hope you can bring yours back to life too. I just measured the thread and it is M14x1.25 (14mm x 1.25 pitch). I hope this helps, best regards -Andreas

[@johneastman1905]

I do applaud your first move … ditch the fairing … dew desire this old accessory any more .

[@WorkshopRebuild]

Thanks for tuning in John! The fairing will not go back onto the bike, as I would like to keep it stock/original. I agree, the fairing is an old accessory and not many enthusiasts like this style anymore.

[@paulferrara9079]

Why don’t those R60/5 have a choke ? 😮

[@johneastman1905]

From the looks of things … this one somewhat tired old bike … not one of the highly desirable types and vintage , but could be made attractive once again with work . So I hope you did not pay much and have it primarily as a teaching tool.

[@WorkshopRebuild]

This bike did look tired and once I took all the major components apart, I realized it needs quite a bit of work. The R60 (599cc) was probably more desirable in Europe and here in North America the roads were more suitable for 750cc or 1000cc bikes. I'm learning a lot as work on this bike and that's what makes it worthwhile! The end result is in sight and I cannot wait to take it for a spin...but I will try to enjoy the process before that special day. I will reveal all the figures once everything is said and done in a video. Thanks again for a great comment! Regards Andreas

[@jackrichardson9277]

I had a 74 R75/5 I bought for $500 in 1977. it had been in an accident and the sidecar was trashed. I do like your videos but I think you talk too mush!

[@WorkshopRebuild]

Hi Jack, thanks for sharing the story about your BMW R75/5 motorcycle! Were you able to bring it back onto the road? Thank you for your feedback and advice, I will try and change things up for future videos. Regards Andreas

[@rossteede399]

Too much talk and too little action.

[@iantye2086]

In your opinion.

[@WorkshopRebuild]

😄

[@dandrechesterfield5411]

For those of us who are trying to learn about the bike it's not too much talk.