1968 BMW R50US

BMW R50US
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General motorcycle information

Model
BMW R50US
Year
1968
Category
Allround

Engine and transmission

Displacement
30.14 cubic inches (494.0 ccm)
Engine type
Two cylinder boxer, 4 stroke
Power
26.0 horsepowers (19.4 kiloWatts) at 5800 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
7.5:1
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
-
Top speed
140.0 kmh (87.0 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.50-18.00
Rear tyre
4.02-18.00
Front brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Front brakes diameter
12.20 inches (200.0 mm)
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Rear brakes diameter
12.20 inches (200.0 mm)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
-
Wet weight
429.9 pounds (195.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
87.1 inches (1427 mm)
Overall length
130.4 inches (2137 mm)
Overall width
40.3 inches (660 mm)
Overall height
59.8 inches (980 mm)
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
4.49 gallons (17.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

Further motorcycle information

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