1965 BMW R69S

BMW R69S 1965


1965 BMW R69S specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

General information
Motorcycle name BMW R69S
Year of manufacture 1965
Type Sport
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Engine and transmission
Engine size 594.0 ccm (36.25 cubic inches)
Type of engine Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Output 42.0 HP (30.7 kW)) @ 7000 RPM
Top speed 175.0 km/h (108.7 mph)
Compression 9.5:1
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 Dry-single plate-cable operated
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
Front tire 3.50-18
Rear tire 3.50-18
Front brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Diameter 200 mm (7.9 inches)
Rear brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
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 1415 mm (55.7 inches)
Fuel capacity 17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
Other specifications
Starter Kick
Carrying capacity 360
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Further information
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