1952 BMW R25 2

BMW R25 2
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General motorcycle information

Model
BMW R25 2
Year
1952
Category
Allround
Rating

Engine and transmission

Displacement
15.07 cubic inches (247.0 ccm)
Engine type
Single cylinder, 4 stroke
Power
12.0 horsepowers (8.9 kiloWatts) at 5600 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
6.5:1
Bore x stroke
4.15 x 4.15 inches (68.0 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
2.90 litres/100 km, 34.5 km/l or 81.1 mpg
Top speed
80.0 kmh (49.7 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
2.99-19
Rear tyre
2.99-19
Front brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Front brakes diameter
9.76 inches (160.0 mm)
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Rear brakes diameter
9.76 inches (160.0 mm)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
-
Wet weight
308.6 pounds (140.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
81.5 inches (1335 mm)
Overall length
123.3 inches (2020 mm)
Overall width
48.2 inches (790 mm)
Overall height
44.5 inches (730 mm)
Ground clearance
6.6 inches (108 mm)
Fuel capacity
3.17 gallons (12.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

Further motorcycle information

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