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BMW R17 19371937 BMW R17 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating |
| General information | |
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| Model | BMW R17 |
| Year | 1937 |
| Category | Allround |
| Rating | 3.4 Check out the detailed rating of reliability, maintenance costs, value for money, etc. Compare with any other motorcycle. |
| Engine and transmission | |
| Displacement | 736.0 ccm (44.91 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
| Power | 33.0 HP (24.1 kW)) @ 4500 RPM |
| Top speed | 140.0 km/h (87.0 mph) |
| Compression | 6.5:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 83.0 x 68.0 mm (3.3 x 2.7 inches) |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Amal 26mm |
| Fuel control | Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Ignition | Battery |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Gearbox | 4-speed |
| Transmission type | Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
| Clutch | Dry-multiplate-cable operated |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Frame type | Steel-double cradlel |
| Front suspension | Cartridge |
| Rear suspension | Rigid |
| Front tire | 3.5-19 |
| Rear tire | 3.5-19 |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Diameter | 200 mm (7.9 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Diameter | 200 mm (7.9 inches) |
| Physical measures and capacities | |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 165.0 kg (363.8 pounds) |
| Overall height | 940 mm (37.0 inches) |
| Overall length | 2100 mm (82.7 inches) |
| Overall width | 890 mm (35.0 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1380 mm (54.3 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons) |
| Other specifications | |
| Starter | Kick |
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| Further information | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids. filters, maintenance tools and service manuals at Amazon.com. |
| Ask questions | Join the 37 BMW R17 discussion group or the general BMW discussion group. |
| Related bikes | List related bikes for comparison of specs. |
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