The R60/5 has a robust tubular steel frame that provides stability and durability and has a four-speed manual gearbox, which was common for motorcycles at the time.
The motorcycle is equipped with drum brakes at both the front and rear, which is typical for motorcycles of that era.
The BMW R60/5 has a characteristic and timeless design with a minimalist style, including a simple round headlight design and a one-piece, continuous bench seat.