1932 BMW R 16

General motorcycle information

Model

BMW R 16

Year

1932

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

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