1928 BMW R57

BMW R57 1928


1928 BMW R57 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

General information
Model name BMW R57
Year of manufacture 1928
Type Allround
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Engine and transmission
Engine size 494.0 ccm (30.14 cubic inches)
Type of engine Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Output 18.0 HP (13.1 kW)) @ 4000 RPM
Top speed 115.0 km/h (71.5 mph)
Compression 5.8:1
Fuel system Carburettor. 24mm Bing
Lubrication system Wet sump
Cooling system Air
Transmission type Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch Dry-single plate-cable operated
Fuel consumption 4.20 litres/100 km (23.8 km/l or 56.00 mpg)
Greenhouse gases 97.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Steel doble cradle
Front suspension Leading link
Rear suspension Long swingarm-oil pressure shocks
Front tire 3.50-26.00
Rear tire 3.50-26.00
Front brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Diameter 200 mm (7.9 inches)
Rear brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Diameter 200 mm (7.9 inches)
Seat Single seat
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 195.0 kg (429.9 pounds)
Overall height 950 mm (37.4 inches)
Overall length 2100 mm (82.7 inches)
Overall width 800 mm (31.5 inches)
Wheelbase 1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Fuel capacity 12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons)
Other specifications
Starter Kick
Carrying capacity 360kg-with sidecar 600kg
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