General İnformation |
| Model |
BMW R61 |
| Year |
1940 |
| Category |
Allround |
Engine and transmission |
| Displacement |
600.00 ccm (36.61 cubic inches) |
| Power |
17.95 HP (13.1 kW)) @ 4800 RPM |
| Top speed |
115.0 km/h (71.5 mph) |
| Compression |
5.7:1 |
| Bore x stroke |
70.0 x 78.0 mm (2.8 x 3.1 inches) |
| Fuel system |
Carburettor. Amal |
| Fuel control |
Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Lubrication system |
Wet sump |
| Cooling system |
Air |
| Gearbox |
4-speed |
| Transmission type, final drive |
Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Fuel consumption |
3.50 litres/100 km (28.6 km/l or 67.21 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases |
81.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
| Frame type |
Steel-double cradle |
| Front suspension |
Leading link |
| Rear suspension |
Twin shock-Swingarm |
| Frame |
3.50-19.00 |
| Front tyre |
3.50-19.00 |
| Rear tyre |
3.50-19.00 |
| Front brakes |
Expanding brake (drum brake). Single |
| Rear brakes |
Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Seat |
Solo seat with springs |
Physical measures and capacities |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc |
184.0 kg (405.7 pounds) |
| Overall height |
960 mm (37.8 inches) |
| Overall length |
2,130 mm (83.9 inches) |
| Overall width |
815 mm (32.1 inches) |
| Wheelbase |
1,400 mm (55.1 inches) |
| Fuel capacity |
14.00 litres (3.70 gallons) |
Other specifications |
| Starter |
Kick |
| Carrying capacity |
210kg |
