BMW R 605 1969 Specifications

Complete specifications and review of the 1969 BMW R 605

BMW R 605 1969 Specifications

Specifications

SpecificationValue
BrandBMW
ModelR 605
Year1969
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SpecificationValue
Year1969
Bore x Stroke73.5 x 70.6 mm
Capacity599 cc / 36.6 cu-in
ClutchDry single plate, with diaphragm spring
Compression Ratio9.2:1
Cooling SystemAir cooled
EngineFour stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, pushrod operated 2 valves per cylinder
Final DriveShaft
FrameDouble loop tubular frame with bolt on rear section
Front Wheel Travel208 mm / 8.2 in
Front Brakes200mm Drum
Front SuspensionTelescopic hydraulic forks
Front Tyre3.25 - S19
Fuel Capacity24 Litres / 6.3 US gal
Gear Ratio1st 3.896 / 2nd 2.578 / 3rd 1.875 / 4th 1.50:1
IgnitionBattery ignition
Induction2 x Bing slide carburetors
Max Power29.5 kW / 40 hp @ 6400 rpm
Max Torque49 Nm / 36 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Rear Brakes200mm Drum
Rear SuspensionLong swinging arm with strut
Rear Tyre4.00 - S18
Rear Wheel Travel125 mm / 4.9 in
StartingKick
Transmission4 Speed
Wet-Weight210 kg / 463 lbs