1930 BMW R 16

BMW R 16
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General motorcycle information

Model
BMW R 16
Year
1930
Category
Custom / cruiser

Engine and transmission

Displacement
44.91 cubic inches (736.0 ccm)
Engine type
Twin, 4 stroke
Power
25.0 horsepowers (18.6 kiloWatts) at 4000 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
6.5:1
Bore x stroke
5.06 x 4.15 inches (83.0 x 68.0 mm)
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel control
Overhead Valves (OHV)
Cooling system
-
Gearbox
-
Transmission type, final drive
Shaft drive (cardan)
Starter
-
Fuel consumption
5.00 litres/100 km, 20.0 km/l or 47.0 mpg
Top speed
120.0 kmh (74.6 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
26-3.5
Rear tyre
26-3.5
Front brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Front brakes diameter
12.20 inches (200.0 mm)
Rear brake
-
Rear brakes diameter
3.36 inches (55.0 mm)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
-
Wet weight
363.8 pounds (165.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
84.2 inches (1380 mm)
Overall length
128.1 inches (2100 mm)
Overall width
54.3 inches (890 mm)
Overall height
58.0 inches (950 mm)
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
3.70 gallons (14.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

Further motorcycle information

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