BMW R 50 1955 Specifications

Complete specifications and review of the 1955 BMW R 50

BMW R 50 1955 Specifications

Specifications

SpecificationValue
BrandBMW
ModelR 50
Year1955
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SpecificationValue
Year1955
Bore x Stroke68 x 68 mm
Capacity494 cc / 30.1 cu in.
ClutchSingle plate saucer spring, dry
Compression Ratio6.8:1
Cooling SystemAir cooled
EngineFour stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, pushrod operated 2 valves per cylinder.
Final DriveShaft
FrameDouble loop steel tubular frame
Front Brakes∅200mm Drum, duplex full hub
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Front Tyre3.50 -18"
Fuel Capacity17 liters / 4.49 US gal
Gear Ratio1st 5.33 / 2nd 3.02 / 3rd 2.04 / 4th 1.54:1
IgnitionMagneto ignition
Induction2 x Bing 1/24/45 - 1/24/46 carburetors
Max Power19.4 kW / 26 hp @ 5800 rpm
Rear Brakes∅200mm Drum, simplex full hub
Rear SuspensionLong swing arm with suspension units and oil pressure shock absorbers
Rear Tyre3.50 -18"
StartingKick
Transmission4 Speed
Wet-Weight195 kg / 429 lbs