1956 BMW R25 3

BMW R25 3
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General motorcycle information

Model
BMW R25 3
Year
1956
Category
Allround

Engine and transmission

Displacement
15.07 cubic inches (247.0 ccm)
Engine type
Single cylinder, 4 stroke
Power
13.1 horsepowers (9.7 kiloWatts) at 5800 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
7.1:1
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
88.0 kmh (54.7 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.27-18
Rear tyre
3.27-18
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
330.7 pounds (150.0 kg)
Seat height
44.5 inches (730 mm)
Wheelbase
81.5 inches (1335 mm)
Overall length
126.0 inches (2065 mm)
Overall width
46.4 inches (760 mm)
Overall height
43.3 inches (710 mm)
Ground clearance
5.6 inches (92 mm)
Fuel capacity
3.17 gallons (12.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

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