General information |
Motorcycle name
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BMW R51 2 |
Year model
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1951 |
Type
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Allround |
Rating
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Engine and transmission |
Engine size
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494.0 ccm (30.14 cubic inches) |
Type of engine
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Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
Effect
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24.1 HP (17.6 kW)) @ 5600 RPM |
Top speed
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135.0 km/h (83.9 mph) |
Compression
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6.4:1 |
Bore x stroke
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68.0 x 68.0 mm (2.7 x 2.7 inches) |
Fuel system
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Carburettor. Bing 22mm |
Fuel control
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Overhead Valves (OHV) |
Ignition
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Battery |
Lubrication system
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Wet sump |
Cooling system
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Air |
Gearbox
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4-speed |
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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4.10 litres/100 km (24.4 km/l or 57.37 mpg) |
Greenhouse gases
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95.1 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Frame type
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Steel single cradle |
Front suspension
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Cartridge |
Rear suspension
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Twin shock-Swingarm |
Front tire
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3.50-19.00 |
Rear tire
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3.50-19.00 |
Front brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake). Half hub |
Diameter
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200 mm (7.9 inches) |
Rear brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake). Half hub |
Diameter
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200 mm (7.9 inches) |
Physical measures and capacities |
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
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185.0 kg (407.9 pounds) |
Overall height
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720 mm (28.3 inches) |
Overall length
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2130 mm (83.9 inches) |
Overall width
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815 mm (32.1 inches) |
Ground clearance
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120 mm (4.7 inches) |
Wheelbase
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1400 mm (55.1 inches) |
Fuel capacity
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14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons) |
Other specifications |
Starter
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Kick |
Carrying capacity
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210kg |
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