1957 BMW R69

BMW R69 1957


1957 BMW R69 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

General information
Model BMW R69
Year model 1957
Type Sport
Rating 3.6  Check out the detailed rating of racing track capabilities, engine performance, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Engine size 594.0 ccm (36.25 cubic inches)
Type of engine Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Effect 35.0 HP (25.5 kW)) @ 6800 RPM
Top speed 175.0 km/h (108.7 mph)
Compression 7.5:1
Bore x stroke 72.0 x 73.0 mm (2.8 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel system Carburettor. Bing
Fuel control Overhead Valves (OHV)
Ignition Magneto
Lubrication system Forced feed
Cooling system Air
Gearbox 4-speed
Transmission type Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch Single plate-saucer spring-dry
Fuel consumption 5.30 litres/100 km (18.9 km/l or 44.38 mpg)
Greenhouse gases 123.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Steel-doble cradle
Front suspension Cartridge
Rear suspension Twin shock-swingarm
Rear tire 3.5-18
Front brakes Expanding brake (drum brake). Duplex full hub
Diameter 200 mm (7.9 inches)
Rear brakes Expanding brake (drum brake). Simplex full hub
Diameter 200 mm (7.9 inches)
Wheels Spoked
Seat Dual seat
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 202.0 kg (445.3 pounds)
Overall height 980 mm (38.6 inches)
Overall length 2125 mm (83.7 inches)
Overall width 722 mm (28.4 inches)
Wheelbase 1365 mm (53.7 inches)
Fuel capacity 17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
Other specifications
Starter Kick
Carrying capacity 360
Comments Carrying capacity with orginal sidecar 600kg
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Further information
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