BMW R75
| Manufacturer | BMW |
|---|---|
| Production | 1941–1946 |
| Class | Motorcycle/sidecar combination |
| Engine | 745.4 cc (45.49 cu in) flat-twin (OHV) |
| Bore / stroke | 78 mm × 78 mm (3.1 in × 3.1 in) |
| Power | 26 hp (19 kW) |
| Weight | 420 kg (930 lb) (dry) |
The BMW R75 is a World War II-era motorcycle and sidecar combination produced by the German company BMW. The BMW R75 stands out by its integral two-wheel drive design, with drive shafts to both its rear wheel and the third side-car wheel, from a locking differential, as well as a transfer case offering both road and off-road gear ratios, through which all forward and reverse gears worked. This made the R75 highly manoeuvrable and capable of negotiating most surfaces. A few other motorcycle manufactures, like FN and Norton, offered optional drive to sidecars.