BMW R 61 1938 Specifications

Complete specifications and review of the 1938 BMW R 61

BMW R 61 1938 Specifications

Specifications

SpecificationValue
BrandBMW
ModelR 61
Year1938
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SpecificationValue
Year1938
Bore x Stroke70 x 78 mm
Capacity600 cc / 36.6 cu in.
ClutchSingle plate, dry
Compression Ratio5.7:1
Cooling SystemAir cooled
EngineFour stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, pushrod operated 2 valves per cylinder.
FrameTwin loop steel tubular frame
Front Brakes∅200mm Drum
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Front Tyre3.00 -19"
Fuel Capacity14 liters / 3.6 US gal
Gear Ratio1st 3.6 / 2nd 2.28 / 3rd 1. 7 / 4th 1.3:1
IgnitionBattery ignition
Induction1x Amal M75/426 S carburetor
Max Power13.4 kW / 18 hp @ 4800 rpm
Rear BrakesExternal shoe brake at the gearing on Cardan shaft
Rear SuspensionTelescopic suspension
Rear Tyre3.50 -19"
StartingKick
Transmission / Drive4 Speed
Wet-Weight184 kg / 405 lbs