1938 BMW R12 Twin carb

General motorcycle information

Model

BMW R12 Twin carb

Year

1938

Engine and transmission

Displacement

45.46 cubic inches (745.0 ccm)

Engine type

Two cylinder boxer, 4 stroke

Power

20.0 horsepowers (14.9 kiloWatts) at 4000 RPM

Torque

Compression

5.2:1

Bore x stroke

4.76 x 4.76 inches (78.0 x 78.0 mm)

Fuel system

Carburettor

Fuel control

Overhead Valves (OHV)

Cooling system

Air

Gearbox

4-speed

Transmission type, final drive

Starter

Kick

Fuel consumption

Top speed

120.0 kmh (74.6 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre

3.50-19

Rear tyre

3.5-19

Front brake

Expanding brake (drum)

Front brakes diameter

12.20 inches (200.0 mm)

Rear brake

Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight

Wet weight

407.9 pounds (185.0 kg)

Seat height

Wheelbase

Overall length

128.1 inches (2100 mm)

Overall width

54.9 inches (900 mm)

Overall height

57.4 inches (940 mm)

Ground clearance

Fuel capacity

3.70 gallons (14.0 litres)

Oil capacity

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