1928 BMW R42

BMW R42
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General motorcycle information

Model
BMW R42
Year
1928
Category
Allround

Engine and transmission

Displacement
30.14 cubic inches (494.0 ccm)
Engine type
Two cylinder boxer, 4 stroke
Power
12.0 horsepowers (8.9 kiloWatts) at 3400 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
4.9:1
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
-
Top speed
95.0 kmh (59.0 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.5-26
Rear tyre
3.5-26
Front brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Front brakes diameter
9.15 inches (150.0 mm)
Rear brake
-

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
-
Wet weight
277.8 pounds (126.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
86.0 inches (1410 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
-
Oil capacity
-

Further motorcycle information

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