BMW R 47 1927 Specifications

Complete specifications and review of the 1927 BMW R 47

BMW R 47 1927 Specifications

Specifications

SpecificationValue
BrandBMW
ModelR 47
Year1927
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SpecificationValue
Year1927
Bore x Stroke68 x 68 mm
Capacity494 cc / 30.1 cu in.
ClutchSingle plate saucer spring, dry
Compression Ratio5.8:1
Cooling SystemAir cooled
EngineFour stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, pushrod operated, OHV
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 carburetor
Max Power13.2 kW / 18 hp @ 4000 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-Weight130 kg / 286 lbs