1952 BMW R51 3

BMW R51 3 1952


1952 BMW R51 3 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

General information
Model BMW R51 3
Model year 1952
Category Allround
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Engine and transmission
Displacement 494.0 ccm (30.14 cubic inches)
Engine type Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Power output 24.1 HP (17.6 kW)) @ 5800 RPM
Top speed 135.0 km/h (83.9 mph)
Compression 6.3:1
Bore x stroke 68.0 x 68.0 mm (2.7 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel system Carburettor. 22mm
Fuel control Overhead Valves (OHV)
Lubrication system Wet sump
Cooling system Air
Gearbox 4-speed
Transmission type Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch Dry-single plate-cable operated
Fuel consumption 4.50 litres/100 km (22.2 km/l or 52.27 mpg)
Greenhouse gases 104.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Steel single cradle
Front suspension Cartridge
Rear suspension Telscopic
Front tire 3.50-19.00
Rear tire 3.50-19.00
Front brakes Expanding brake (drum brake). Duplex
Diameter 200 mm (7.9 inches)
Rear brakes Expanding brake (drum brake). Simplex
Diameter 200 mm (7.9 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 190.0 kg (418.9 pounds)
Overall height 985 mm (38.8 inches)
Overall length 2130 mm (83.9 inches)
Overall width 790 mm (31.1 inches)
Wheelbase 1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Fuel capacity 17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
Other specifications
Starter Kick
Carrying capacity 355kg-600kg with sidecar
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Further information
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