General İnformation |
| Model |
BMW R68 |
| Year |
1952 |
| Category |
Sport |
Engine and transmission |
| Displacement |
594.00 ccm (36.25 cubic inches) |
| Power |
35.94 HP (26.2 kW)) @ 7000 RPM |
| Top speed |
115.9 km/h (72.0 mph) |
| Compression |
8.1:1 |
| Bore x stroke |
72.0 x 73.0 mm (2.8 x 2.9 inches) |
| Fuel system |
Carburettor. Bing 26mm |
| Fuel control |
Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Ignition |
Magneto |
| Lubrication system |
Forced feed |
| Cooling system |
Air |
| Gearbox |
4-speed |
| Transmission type, final drive |
Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Fuel consumption |
4.60 litres/100 km (21.7 km/l or 51.13 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases |
106.7 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
| Frame type |
Steel-doble cradle |
| Front suspension |
Cartridge |
| Rear suspension |
Twin shock-Plunger |
| Rear tyre |
3.5-19 |
| Front brakes |
Expanding brake (drum brake). Duplex full hub |
| Front brakes diamete |
200 mm (7.9 inches) |
| Rear brakes |
Expanding brake (drum brake). Simplex full hub |
| rear_brakes_diameter |
200 mm (7.9 inches) |
| Seat |
Dual seat |
Physical measures and capacities |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc |
202.0 kg (445.3 pounds) |
| Overall height |
985 mm (38.8 inches) |
| Overall length |
2,130 mm (83.9 inches) |
| Overall width |
725 mm (28.5 inches) |
| Wheelbase |
1,400 mm (55.1 inches) |
| Fuel capacity |
17.00 litres (4.49 gallons) |
Other specifications |
| Starter |
Kick |
| Carrying capacity |
355 |
