BMW R 5 1936 Specifications

Complete specifications and review of the 1936 BMW R 5

BMW R 5 1936 Specifications

Specifications

SpecificationValue
BrandBMW
ModelR 5
Year1936
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SpecificationValue
Year1936
Bore x Stroke68 x 68 mm
Capacity494 cc / 30.1 cu in.
ClutchSingle plate, dry
Compression Ratio6.7:1
Cooling SystemAir cooled
EngineFour stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, pushrod operated 2 valves per cylinder.
Final DriveShaft
FrameTwin loop pressed steel frame
Front Brake∅200mm Drum
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Front Tyre3.00 x 19"
Fuel Capacity15 L / 4.0 US gal
Gear Ratio1st 3.6 / 2nd 2.28 / 3rd 1.70 / 4th 1.30:1
GeneratorBosch RD 45/6 2800 RS 15
IgnitionBattery ignition
Induction2 x Carburetor type Amal 5/423
Max Power17.9 kW / 24 hp @ 5500 rpm
Rear Brakes∅200mm drum
Rear SuspensionRigid, spring loaded saddle
Rear Tyre3.50 x 19"
StartingKick
Transmission4 Speed
Wet-Weight175 kg / 386 lbs