1964 BMW R69S

BMW R69S
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General motorcycle information

Model
BMW R69S
Year
1964
Category
Sport

Engine and transmission

Displacement
36.25 cubic inches (594.0 ccm)
Engine type
Two cylinder boxer, 4 stroke
Power
42.0 horsepowers (31.3 kiloWatts) at 7000 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
9.5:1
Bore x stroke
4.45 x 4.45 inches (73.0 x 73.0 mm)
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel control
Overhead Valves (OHV)
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
4-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Shaft drive (cardan)
Starter
Kick
Fuel consumption
5.30 litres/100 km, 18.9 km/l or 44.4 mpg
Top speed
175.0 kmh (108.7 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
-
Rear tyre
3.5-18
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
-
Wet weight
445.3 pounds (202.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
86.3 inches (1415 mm)
Overall length
129.7 inches (2125 mm)
Overall width
44.1 inches (722 mm)
Overall height
59.8 inches (980 mm)
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
4.49 gallons (17.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

Further motorcycle information

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