1972 BMW R 60-5

BMW R 60-5
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BMW R 60-5
BMW R 60-5
BMW R 60-5
BMW R 60-5

General motorcycle information

Model
BMW R 60-5
Year
1972
Category
Naked bike
Rating
  3.8 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
36.55 cubic inches (599.0 ccm)
Engine type
Two cylinder boxer, 4 stroke
Power
40.0 horsepowers (29.8 kiloWatts) at 6400 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
9.2:1
Bore x stroke
4.48 x 4.31 inches (73.5 x 70.6 mm)
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel system
-
Fuel control
Overhead Valves (OHV)
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
4-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Shaft drive (cardan)
Starter
-
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
165.0 kmh (102.5 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.25-19
Rear tyre
4.00-18
Front brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
-
Wet weight
500.4 pounds (227.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
-
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
6.34 gallons (24.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

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