1960 BMW R 60 2

BMW R 60 2
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General motorcycle information

Model
BMW R 60 2
Year
1960
Category
Allround
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Engine and transmission

Displacement
36.25 cubic inches (594.0 ccm)
Engine type
Two cylinder boxer, 4 stroke
Power
30.1 horsepowers (22.4 kiloWatts) at 5800 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
7.5:1
Bore x stroke
4.39 x 4.45 inches (72.0 x 73.0 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
5.00 litres/100 km, 20.0 km/l or 47.0 mpg
Top speed
145.0 kmh (90.1 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.25-18.00
Rear tyre
3.50-18.00
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
429.9 pounds (195.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
86.3 inches (1415 mm)
Overall length
129.7 inches (2125 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
-

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