| General information |
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| Model: | BMW R66 |
| Year: | 1939 |
| Category: | Allround |
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| Engine and transmission |
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| Displacement: | 596.0 ccm (36.37 cubic inches) |
| Engine type: | Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
| Power: | 30.1 HP (21.9 kW)) @ 5300 RPM |
| Top speed: | 145.0 km/h (90.1 mph) |
| Compression: | 6.8:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 69.8 x 78.0 mm (2.7 x 3.1 inches) |
| Fuel system: | Carburettor. 26mm |
| Fuel control: | Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Ignition: | Batery |
| Lubrication system: | Wet sump |
| Cooling system: | Air |
| Gearbox: | 4-speed |
Transmission type,
final drive: | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Clutch: | Dry-single plate-cable operated |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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| Frame type: | Doble steel loop |
| Front suspension: | Cartridge |
| Rear suspension: | Twin shock-Swingarm |
| Front tyre: | 3.5-19 |
| Rear tyre: | 3.5-19 |
| 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 |
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| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc: | 187.0 kg (412.3 pounds) |
| Overall height: | 960 mm (37.8 inches) |
| Overall length: | 2130 mm (83.9 inches) |
| Overall width: | 815 mm (32.1 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 1400 mm (55.1 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 14.00 litres (3.70 gallons) |
| Other specifications |
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| Starter: | Kick |
| Carrying capacity: | 210kg-500kg with sidecar |
| Further information |
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