1950 BMW R51 2

BMW R51 2
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General motorcycle information

Model
BMW R51 2
Year
1950
Category
Allround
Rating

Engine and transmission

Displacement
30.14 cubic inches (494.0 ccm)
Engine type
Two cylinder boxer, 4 stroke
Power
24.1 horsepowers (17.9 kiloWatts) at 5600 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
6.4:1
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
4.10 litres/100 km, 24.4 km/l or 57.4 mpg
Top speed
135.0 kmh (83.9 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.50-19.00
Rear tyre
3.50-19.00
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
407.9 pounds (185.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
85.4 inches (1400 mm)
Overall length
130.0 inches (2130 mm)
Overall width
49.7 inches (815 mm)
Overall height
43.9 inches (720 mm)
Ground clearance
7.3 inches (120 mm)
Fuel capacity
3.70 gallons (14.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

Further motorcycle information

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