1935 BMW R17

BMW R17
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General motorcycle information

Model
BMW R17
Year
1935
Category
Allround
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Engine and transmission

Displacement
44.91 cubic inches (736.0 ccm)
Engine type
Two cylinder boxer, 4 stroke
Power
33.0 horsepowers (24.6 kiloWatts) at 4500 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
6.5:1
Bore x stroke
5.06 x 4.15 inches (83.0 x 68.0 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
-
Top speed
140.0 kmh (87.0 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
-
Wet weight
363.8 pounds (165.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
84.2 inches (1380 mm)
Overall length
128.1 inches (2100 mm)
Overall width
54.3 inches (890 mm)
Overall height
57.4 inches (940 mm)
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
3.70 gallons (14.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

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