1937 BMW R6
General motorcycle information
Engine and transmission
Displacement
36.61 cubic inches (600.0 ccm)
Engine type
Two cylinder boxer, 4 stroke
Power
17.9 horsepowers (13.4 kiloWatts)
at 4500 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
6.1:1
Bore x stroke
4.27 x 4.76 inches (70.0 x 78.0 mm)
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel control
Overhead Valves (OHV)
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
3-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Shaft drive (cardan)
Starter
Kick
Fuel consumption
4.50 litres/100 km, 22.2 km/l or 52.3 mpg
Top speed
125.0 kmh (77.7 mph)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Front tyre
3.50-19.00
Rear tyre
3.50-19.00
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
385.8 pounds (175.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
85.4 inches (1400 mm)
Overall length
130.0 inches (2130 mm)
Overall width
48.8 inches (800 mm)
Overall height
58.0 inches (950 mm)
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
3.96 gallons (15.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-
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