| General information |
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| Model: | BMW R26 |
| Year: | 1959 |
| Category: | Allround |
| Rating: | 68.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes |
| Engine and transmission |
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| Displacement: | 247.00 ccm (15.07 cubic inches) |
| Engine type: | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Power: | 14.96 HP (10.9 kW)) @ 6400 RPM |
| Top speed: | 128.0 km/h (79.5 mph) |
| Compression: | 7.5:1 |
| 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,
final drive: | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Clutch: | Single plate dry-cable operated |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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| Frame type: | Steel loop-welded |
| Front suspension: | Cartridge |
| Rear suspension: | Twin shock-Swingarm |
| Front tyre: | 3.27-18 |
| Rear tyre: | 3.27-18 |
| Front brakes: | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front brakes diameter: | 160 mm (6.3 inches) |
| Rear brakes: | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes diameter: | 160 mm (6.3 inches) |
| Physical measures and capacities |
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| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc: | 158.0 kg (348.3 pounds) |
| Seat height: | 730 mm (28.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall height: | 975 mm (38.4 inches) |
| Overall length: | 2,090 mm (82.3 inches) |
| Overall width: | 660 mm (26.0 inches) |
| Ground clearance: | 105 mm (4.1 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 975 mm (38.4 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 15.00 litres (3.96 gallons) |
| Other specifications |
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| Starter: | Kick |
| Carrying capacity: | 325kg |
| Comments: | 90Kph is the top speed with original sidecar. |
| Further information |
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| Ask questions | Join the 59 BMW R26 discussion group or the general BMW discussion group. |
| Loans, tests, etc | Search the web for dealers, loan costs, tests, customizing, etc. |
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