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    BMW /5 SERIES

    Sep 06, 2018 4 minutes
    WORDS: ALAN TURNER

    THE SPECIALIST

    Motorworks has dealt exclusively with BMW parts for almost 30 years. The company is able to supply replacement parts as well as a comprehensive range of upgrades. There is a choice of new or second-hand parts for all post 1969 models, as well as an exchange reconditioning service for items such as drive-shafts and gearboxes. Thanks to Cris James at Motorworks for volunteering his thorough knowledge of (and enthusiasm for) /5 series bikes.

    ■ Motorworks: 01484 353600; www.motorworks.co.uk

    MODEL HISTORY

    The /5 series machines were introduced late 1969 for the 1970 model year. BMW had seen its motorcycle sales decline and urgently needed to reverse its fortunes. Thus, although the Japanese makers seemed poised to offer an alternative in this niche

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