The Ultimate BMW R60/5 Restoration: 50 Year Old Masterpiece

Ever wondered what it takes to bring a 50-year-old motorcycle back to life? In this video, I'm sharing the full restoration of a BMW R60/5 - a bike that's been through decades of wear and tear but is now shining like it just rolled off the showroom floor. This isn't just any rebuild: it's a labor of love. From tearing down the engine to reassembling every nut and bolt, I'll walk you through the process of restoring this iconic BMW airhead. Along the way, I'll share tips, techniques, and personal insights I've learned from years of working with motorcycles and mechanical components. Whether you're an older DIY mechanic, a young motorcycle enthusiast, or just someone who loves the look and sound of vintage BMW's, this video has something for you. It's packed with restoration tips, mechanical know-how, and plenty of personal stories about why this project means so much to me - and why saving classics like the R60/5 is so important. So if you're into motorcycle rebuilds, German engineering, or just love seeing an old machine come back to life, stick around. ⬇️Get your engine poster HERE⬇️ https://workshoprebuild.com/products/5-airhead-engine-poster-1 ________________________________________________________________________ Similar Motorcycles: BMW R50 /5, BMW R60 /5, BMW R75 /5, BMW R80, BMW R90, BMW R100 /7 BMW Parts - EuroMotoElectrics: https://www.euromotoelectrics.com/ Motorcycle Paint - Shane: https://bakerboyzdesigns.ca/ Pinstriping - Erik: @thorntonboysgarage ________________________________________________________________________ Follow Me: https://instagram.com/workshoprebuild/ https://tiktok.com/@workshoprebuild?lang=en E-Mail: [email protected] Music: https://share.epidemicsound.com/v6woxm #bmwmotorrad #restoration #motorcycle #restore #revival Timestamps: 00:00 BMW Airhead Restoration Intro 01:27 BMW R60/5 Engine Disassembly 02:56 Gearbox Disassembly 03:42 Spoke Wheel Refurbishing 06:52 Restoring the Frame 08:12 Frame Assembly 10:21 Gearbox Assembly 11:32 BMW Airhead Engine Assembly 14:23 Final Drive Assembly 16:05 Frame-Up Assembly 18:45 Electrical - Wiring 21:25 Frame-Up Assembly 24:10 Bodywork - Painted Parts 26:02 Final Touches 28:20 Startup - Finale