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General information |
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Motorcycle name
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BMW R12 Twin carb |
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Year
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1938 |
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Category
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Sport |
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Rating
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Engine and transmission |
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Displacement
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745.0 ccm (45.46 cubic inches) |
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Engine type
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Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
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Power
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20.0 HP (14.6 kW)) @ 4000 RPM |
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Top speed
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120.0 km/h (74.6 mph) |
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Compression
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5.2:1 |
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Bore x stroke
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78.0 x 78.0 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches) |
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Fuel system
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Carburettor. Amal |
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Fuel control
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Overhead Valves (OHV) |
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Lubrication system
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Wet sump |
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Cooling system
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Air |
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Gearbox
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4-speed |
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Clutch
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Dry multiplate-cable operated |
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Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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Frame type
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Steel-doble cradle |
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Front suspension
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Cartrige |
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Rear suspension
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Rigid- |
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Front tire
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3.50-19 |
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Rear tire
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3.5-19 |
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Front brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake). Single |
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Diameter
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200 mm (7.9 inches) |
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Rear brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
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Seat
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Spring-mounted seat |
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Physical measures and capacities |
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Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
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185.0 kg (407.9 pounds) |
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Overall height
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940 mm (37.0 inches) |
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Overall length
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2100 mm (82.7 inches) |
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Overall width
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900 mm (35.4 inches) |
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Fuel capacity
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14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons) |
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Other specifications |
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Starter
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Kick |
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Carrying capacity
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300 |
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