General information |
Model name
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BMW R17 |
Year of manufacture
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1936 |
Type
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Allround |
Rating
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Engine and transmission |
Engine size
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736.0 ccm (44.91 cubic inches) |
Type of engine
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Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
Output
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33.0 HP (24.1 kW)) @ 4500 RPM |
Top speed
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140.0 km/h (87.0 mph) |
Compression
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6.5:1 |
Bore x stroke
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83.0 x 68.0 mm (3.3 x 2.7 inches) |
Fuel system
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Carburettor. Amal 26mm |
Fuel control
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Overhead Valves (OHV) |
Ignition
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Battery |
Lubrication system
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Wet sump |
Cooling system
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Air |
Gearbox
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4-speed |
Transmission type
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Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
Clutch
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Dry-multiplate-cable operated |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Frame type
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Steel-double cradlel |
Front suspension
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Cartridge |
Rear suspension
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Rigid |
Front tire
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3.5-19 |
Rear tire
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3.5-19 |
Front brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
Diameter
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200 mm (7.9 inches) |
Rear brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
Diameter
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200 mm (7.9 inches) |
Physical measures and capacities |
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
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165.0 kg (363.8 pounds) |
Overall height
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940 mm (37.0 inches) |
Overall length
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2100 mm (82.7 inches) |
Overall width
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890 mm (35.0 inches) |
Wheelbase
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1380 mm (54.3 inches) |
Fuel capacity
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14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons) |
Other specifications |
Starter
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Kick |
Carrying capacity
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210kg |
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Further information |
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