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1959 BMW R50

BMW R50 1959


1959 BMW R50 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

1959 BMW R50
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General information
ModelBMW R50
Year1959
CategoryAllround
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Engine and transmission
Displacement494.0 ccm (30.14 cubic inches)
Engine typeTwo cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Power26.0 HP (19.0 kW)) @ 5800 RPM
Top speed140.0 km/h (87.0 mph)
Compression6.8:1
Bore x stroke68.0 x 68.0 mm (2.7 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburettor. 24mm Bing
Fuel controlOverhead Valves (OHV)
IgnitionMagneto
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemAir
Gearbox4-speed
Transmission typeShaft drive (cardan)   (final drive)
ClutchDry-single plate-cable operated
Fuel consumption4.10 litres/100 km (24.4 km/l or 57.37 mpg)
Greenhouse gases95.1 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame typeSteel doble loop tubular
Front suspensionCartridge
Rear suspensionTwin shock-Swingarm
Front tire3.50-18
Rear tire3.50-18
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Diameter200 mm (7.9 inches)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Diameter200 mm (7.9 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc195.0 kg (429.9 pounds)
Overall height980 mm (38.6 inches)
Overall length2125 mm (83.7 inches)
Overall width660 mm (26.0 inches)
Wheelbase1380 mm (54.3 inches)
Other specifications
StarterKick
Carrying capacity360kg
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