General İnformation |
| Model |
BMW R23 |
| Year |
1939 |
| Category |
Allround |
Engine and transmission |
| Displacement |
247.00 ccm (15.07 cubic inches) |
| Power |
10.06 HP (7.3 kW)) @ 5400 RPM |
| Top speed |
95.0 km/h (59.0 mph) |
| Compression |
6.1:1 |
| Bore x stroke |
68.0 x 68.0 mm (2.7 x 2.7 inches) |
| Fuel system |
Carburettor. Amal |
| Fuel control |
Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Ignition |
Battery |
| Lubrication system |
Wet sump |
| Cooling system |
Air |
| Gearbox |
3-speed |
| Transmission type, final drive |
Shaft drive (cardan) |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
| Frame type |
Steel-single cradlel |
| Front suspension |
Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension |
Rigid |
| Frame |
2.99-19 |
| Front tyre |
2.99-19 |
| Rear tyre |
2.99-19 |
| Front brakes |
Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front brakes diamete |
160 mm (6.3 inches) |
| Rear brakes |
Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| rear_brakes_diameter |
180 mm (7.1 inches) |
Physical measures and capacities |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc |
135.0 kg (297.6 pounds) |
| Overall height |
900 mm (35.4 inches) |
| Overall length |
2,000 mm (78.7 inches) |
| Overall width |
800 mm (31.5 inches) |
| Wheelbase |
1,330 mm (52.4 inches) |
| Fuel capacity |
9.60 litres (2.54 gallons) |
Other specifications |
| Starter |
Kick |
| Carrying capacity |
200kg |
