1941 BMW R12 Single Carb

BMW R12 Single Carb
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General motorcycle information

Model
BMW R12 Single Carb
Year
1941
Category
Allround
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Engine and transmission

Displacement
45.46 cubic inches (745.0 ccm)
Engine type
Two cylinder boxer, 4 stroke
Power
18.0 horsepowers (13.4 kiloWatts) at 3400 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
Standing valves
Cooling system
-
Gearbox
-
Transmission type, final drive
-
Starter
Kick
Fuel consumption
3.40 litres/100 km, 29.4 km/l or 69.2 mpg
Top speed
110.0 kmh (68.4 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.5-19
Rear tyre
3.5-19
Front brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Front brakes diameter
12.20 inches (200.0 mm)
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Rear brakes diameter
12.20 inches (200.0 mm)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
-
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
84.2 inches (1380 mm)
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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