1961 BMW R27

BMW R27
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General motorcycle information

Model
BMW R27
Year
1961
Category
Allround
Rating

Engine and transmission

Displacement
15.07 cubic inches (247.0 ccm)
Engine type
Single cylinder, 4 stroke
Power
17.9 horsepowers (13.4 kiloWatts) at 7400 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
8.2:1
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
3.90 litres/100 km, 25.6 km/l or 60.3 mpg
Top speed
130.0 kmh (80.8 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
357.1 pounds (162.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
58.9 inches (965 mm)
Overall length
127.5 inches (2090 mm)
Overall width
40.3 inches (660 mm)
Overall height
59.5 inches (975 mm)
Ground clearance
6.4 inches (105 mm)
Fuel capacity
3.96 gallons (15.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

Further motorcycle information

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