1923 BMW R32

BMW R32
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General motorcycle information

Model
BMW R32
Year
1923
Category
Naked bike

Engine and transmission

Displacement
30.14 cubic inches (494.0 ccm)
Engine type
Two cylinder boxer, 4 stroke
Power
8.6 horsepowers (6.4 kiloWatts) at 3200 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
5.1:1
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
3-speed
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
95.0 kmh (59.0 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
2.99-26
Rear tyre
2.99-26
Front brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Front brakes diameter
9.15 inches (150.0 mm)
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Rear brakes diameter
9.15 inches (150.0 mm)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
-
Wet weight
269.0 pounds (122.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
84.2 inches (1380 mm)
Overall length
128.1 inches (2100 mm)
Overall width
48.8 inches (800 mm)
Overall height
58.0 inches (950 mm)
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
3.70 gallons (14.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

Further motorcycle information

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