General information |
Model name
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BMW R4 Series 5 |
Year model
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1937 |
Type
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Allround |
Rating
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Engine and transmission |
Engine size
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398.0 ccm (24.29 cubic inches) |
Type of engine
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Single cylinder, four-stroke |
Effect
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14.0 HP (10.2 kW)) @ 4000 RPM |
Top speed
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95.0 km/h (59.0 mph) |
Compression
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5.7:1 |
Fuel system
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Carburettor. Sum CK 3/500 Fr |
Fuel control
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Overhead Valves (OHV) |
Lubrication system
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Wet sump |
Cooling system
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Air |
Transmission type
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Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
Clutch
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Dry-single plate-cable operated |
Fuel consumption
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3.50 litres/100 km (28.6 km/l or 67.21 mpg) |
Greenhouse gases
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81.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Frame type
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Pressed steel duplex |
Front suspension
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Cartridge |
Rear suspension
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Rigid |
Front tire
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3.50-26.00 |
Rear tire
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3.50-26.00 |
Front brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
Diameter
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180 mm (7.1 inches) |
Rear brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
Diameter
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180 mm (7.1 inches) |
Physical measures and capacities |
Overall height
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959 mm (37.8 inches) |
Overall length
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1980 mm (78.0 inches) |
Overall width
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850 mm (33.5 inches) |
Wheelbase
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1303 mm (51.3 inches) |
Fuel capacity
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12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons) |
Other specifications |
Starter
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Kick |
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Further information |
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