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BMW R23 19401940 BMW R23 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating |
 1940 BMW R23. Picture credits - BMW. Submit more pictures. |
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| General information | |
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| Model | BMW R23 |
| Year | 1940 |
| Category | Allround |
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| Engine and transmission | |
| Displacement | 247.0 ccm (15.07 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Power | 10.1 HP (7.3 kW)) @ 5400 RPM |
| Top speed | 95.0 km/h (59.0 mph) |
| Compression | 6.1:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 68.0 x 68.0 mm (2.7 x 2.7 inches) |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Amal |
| Fuel control | Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Ignition | Battery |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Gearbox | 3-speed |
| Transmission type | Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
| Clutch | Single plate dry |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Frame type | Steel-single cradlel |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Rigid |
| Front tire | 2.99-19 |
| Rear tire | 2.99-19 |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Diameter | 160 mm (6.3 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Diameter | 180 mm (7.1 inches) |
| Physical measures and capacities | |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 135.0 kg (297.6 pounds) |
| Overall height | 900 mm (35.4 inches) |
| Overall length | 2000 mm (78.7 inches) |
| Overall width | 800 mm (31.5 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1330 mm (52.4 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 9.60 litres (2.54 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 40 BMW R23 discussion group or the general BMW discussion group. |
| Related bikes | List related bikes for comparison of specs. |
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