BMW R 42 1926 Specifications

Complete specifications and review of the 1926 BMW R 42

BMW R 42 1926 Specifications

Specifications

SpecificationValue
BrandBMW
ModelR 42
Year1926
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SpecificationValue
Year1926
Bore x Stroke68 x 68 mm
Capacity494 cc / 30.1 cu in.
ClutchSingle plate saucer spring, dry
Compression Ratio4.9:1
Cooling SystemAir cooled
EngineFour stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, pushrod operated, SV
Final DriveShaft
FrameTwin loop steel tubular frame
Front Brakes∅150mm Drum
Front SuspensionPlate spring, 5 laminae
Front Tyre27 x 3.5" low pressure or 26 x 3.0" high pressure
Fuel Capacity14 liters / 3.6 US gal
Gear Ratio1st 2.50 / 2nd 1.50 / 3rd 1.07:1
IgnitionBosch magneto ignition
Induction1 x BMW Spezial 2 valve, ∅22 mm
Max Power8.9kW / 12 hp @ 3400 rpm
Rear BrakesExternal shoe brake at the gearing on Cardan shaft
Rear SuspensionRigid, Spring loaded saddle
Rear Tyre27 x 3.5" low pressure or 26 x 3.0" high pressure
StartingKick
Transmission3 Speed
Wet-Weight126 kg / 277 lbs