1936 BMW R3

BMW R3
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General motorcycle information

Model
BMW R3
Year
1936
Category
Allround

Engine and transmission

Displacement
18.61 cubic inches (305.0 ccm)
Engine type
Single cylinder, 4 stroke
Power
11.0 horsepowers (8.2 kiloWatts) at 4200 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
6.1:1
Bore x stroke
4.15 x 5.13 inches (68.0 x 84.0 mm)
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel control
Overhead Valves (OHV)
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
-
Transmission type, final drive
Shaft drive (cardan)
Starter
Kick
Fuel consumption
3.00 litres/100 km, 33.3 km/l or 78.4 mpg
Top speed
100.0 kmh (62.1 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.50-26.00
Rear tyre
3.50-26.00
Front brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Front brakes diameter
10.98 inches (180.0 mm)
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Rear brakes diameter
10.98 inches (180.0 mm)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
-
Wet weight
328.5 pounds (149.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
80.5 inches (1320 mm)
Overall length
120.8 inches (1980 mm)
Overall width
51.9 inches (850 mm)
Overall height
58.0 inches (950 mm)
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
3.17 gallons (12.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

Further motorcycle information

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