1951 BMW R25

BMW R25 1951


1951 BMW R25 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

General information
Motorcycle name BMW R25
Year model 1951
Type Allround
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Engine and transmission
Engine size 247.0 ccm (15.07 cubic inches)
Type of engine Single cylinder, four-stroke
Effect 12.0 HP (8.8 kW)) @ 5600 RPM
Top speed 80.0 km/h (49.7 mph)
Compression 6.5:1
Bore x stroke 68.0 x 68.0 mm (2.7 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel system Carburettor. Bing
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 Single plate dry-cable operated
Fuel consumption 3.50 litres/100 km (28.6 km/l or 67.21 mpg)
Greenhouse gases 81.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Steel-single cradlel
Front suspension Cartridge
Rear suspension Pushrod
Front tire 3.25-19
Rear tire 3.25-19
Front brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Diameter 160 mm (6.3 inches)
Rear brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Diameter 160 mm (6.3 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 140.0 kg (308.6 pounds)
Overall height 710 mm (28.0 inches)
Overall length 2073 mm (81.6 inches)
Overall width 750 mm (29.5 inches)
Ground clearance 92 mm (3.6 inches)
Fuel capacity 12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons)
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