| General information |
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| Model | BMW R26 |
| Year | 1959 |
| Category | Allround |
| Rating | 3.4 Check out the detailed rating of reliability, maintenance costs, value for money, etc. Compare with any other motorcycle. |
| Engine and transmission |
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| Displacement | 247.0 ccm (15.07 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Power | 15.0 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 | Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
| 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 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) |
| 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 | 2090 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 US gallons) |
| Other specifications |
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| Starter | Kick |
| Carrying capacity | 325kg |
| Comments | 90Kph is the top speed with original sidecar. |
| Update specs | Report missing specs or required updates. |
| Further information |
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| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids. filters, maintenance tools and service manuals at Amazon.com. |
| Ask questions | Join the 59 BMW R26 discussion group or the general BMW discussion group. |
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