General information |
Model
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BMW R25 3 |
Model year
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1954 |
Category
|
Allround |
Rating
|
3.0 Check out the detailed rating of reliability, maintenance costs, value for money, etc. Compare with any other motorcycle. |
Engine and transmission |
Displacement
|
247.0 ccm (15.07 cubic inches) |
Engine type
|
Single cylinder, four-stroke |
Power output
|
13.1 HP (9.5 kW)) @ 5800 RPM |
Top speed
|
88.0 km/h (54.7 mph) |
Compression
|
7.1:1 |
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
|
2.90 litres/100 km (34.5 km/l or 81.11 mpg) |
Greenhouse gases
|
67.3 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Frame type
|
Closed steel loop-welded |
Front suspension
|
Cartridge |
Rear suspension
|
Telscopic |
Front tire
|
3.27-18 |
Rear tire
|
3.27-18 |
Front brakes
|
Expanding brake (drum brake) |
Diameter
|
160 mm (6.3 inches) |
Rear brakes
|
Expanding brake (drum brake) |
Diameter
|
160 mm (6.3 inches) |
Seat
|
Spring-mounted seat |
Physical measures and capacities |
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
|
150.0 kg (330.7 pounds) |
Seat height
|
730 mm (28.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Overall height
|
710 mm (28.0 inches) |
Overall length
|
2065 mm (81.3 inches) |
Overall width
|
760 mm (29.9 inches) |
Ground clearance
|
92 mm (3.6 inches) |
Wheelbase
|
1335 mm (52.6 inches) |
Fuel capacity
|
12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons) |
Other specifications |
Starter
|
Kick |
Carrying capacity
|
320kg |
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Further information |
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