Flashback With The Top Motorcycles From The 1970s

Published on 04/21/2020
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BMW R69S

Three models of this bike were made, the R69S, R69US, and R69. They caught the attention of riders looking for a cool looking and luxury sports bike. Designed and manufactured by BMW in Munich all of the models boasted a 594 cc boxer twin engine. 15,000 models were sold between 1955 and 1969. BMW had to adjust a few of the components according to the region the bike was being sold in.

BMW R69S

BMW R69S

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Yamaha YZ250

This is one of the bikes that vis, in fact, being manufactured today. The Yamaha YZ 250 has been around since its debut in 1974. It is popular amongst both riders and racers as it is known as top-notch for both. It won a number of racing awards and championships, amongst them was 5 AMA National Motorcross awards and 9 AMA National Supercross titles. Today the YZ250 will cost you a tad more than $12,000.

Yamaha YZ250

Yamaha YZ250

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