BMW R 52 1928 Specifications

Complete specifications and review of the 1928 BMW R 52

BMW R 52 1928 Specifications

Specifications

SpecificationValue
BrandBMW
ModelR 52
Year1928
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SpecificationValue
Year1928
Bore x Stroke63 x 78 mm
Capacity486 cc / 29.7 cu in.
ClutchSingle plate, dry
Compression Ratio5.0:1
Cooling SystemAir cooled
EngineFour stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, pushrod operated 2 valves per cylinder.
Final DriveShaft
FrameTwin loop steel tubular frame
Front Brakes∅150mm Drum
Front SuspensionPlate spring, 6 laminae
Front Tyre26 x 3.5" low pressure or 26 x 3.5" high pressure
Fuel Capacity12.5 liters / 3.3 US gal
Gear Ratio1st 2.83 / 2nd 1.55 / 3rd 1.08:1
IgnitionBosch high voltage magneto ignition
Induction1 x Spezial 2 valve ∅22 mm carburator
Max Power8.9 kW / 12 hp @ 3400 rpm
Rear BrakesBlock brake
Rear SuspensionRigid, spring loaded saddle
Rear Tyre26 x 3.5" low pressure or 26 x 3.5" high pressure
StartingKick
Transmission / Drive3 Speed
Wet-Weight152 kg / 334 lbs