BMW R75 5 vs Laverda 750 S Formula (2001)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the BMW R75 5stacks up against the Laverda 750 S Formula. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | BMW R75 5 | Laverda 750 S Formula |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 1969 | 2001 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 745 cc | 747 cc |
| Horsepower | 60 hp | 95 hp |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Weight | — | 186 kg |
| Seat height | 34 mm | 30 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 6.3 L | 5.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | — | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake). Twin | Dual disc |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Single disc |
| Tires | 3.27-19 / 4.02-18 | 120/60-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17 |
BMW R75 5 vs Laverda 750 S Formula — which should you buy?
Picking between the BMW R75 5 and the Laverda 750 S Formula usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the BMW R75 5 brings 60 hp, while the Laverda 750 S Formula counters with 95 hp at 186 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike:

