| General information |
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| Model: | BMW R23 |
| Year: | 1940 |
| Category: | Allround |
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| Engine and transmission |
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| 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,
final drive: | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Clutch: | Single plate dry |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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| Frame type: | Steel-single cradlel |
| Front suspension: | Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension: | Rigid |
| Front tyre: | 2.99-19 |
| Rear tyre: | 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 |
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| 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 gallons) |
| Other specifications |
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| Starter: | Kick |
| Further information |
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| Ask questions | Join the 40 BMW R23 discussion group or the general BMW discussion group. |
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