General information |
Motorcycle name
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BMW R 50-5 |
Year model
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1971 |
Type
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Touring |
Rating
|
3.8 See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike. |
Engine and transmission |
Engine size
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498.0 ccm (30.39 cubic inches) |
Type of engine
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Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
Effect
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32.0 HP (23.4 kW)) @ 6400 RPM |
Top speed
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151.0 km/h (93.8 mph) |
Compression
|
8.6:1 |
Bore x stroke
|
67.0 x 70.6 mm (2.6 x 2.8 inches) |
Valves per cylinder
|
2 |
Fuel control
|
Overhead Valves (OHV) |
Cooling system
|
Air |
Gearbox
|
4-speed |
Transmission type
|
Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Front tire
|
3.25-19 |
Rear tire
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4.00-18 |
Front brakes
|
Expanding brake |
Rear brakes
|
Expanding brake |
Physical measures and capacities |
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
|
222.0 kg (489.4 pounds) |
Fuel capacity
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24.00 litres (6.34 US gallons) |
Other specifications |
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