General İnformation |
Model |
BMW R26 |
Year |
1960 |
Category |
Allround |
Engine and transmission |
Displacement |
247.00 ccm (15.07 cubic inches) |
Power |
14.96 HP (10.9 kW)) @ 6400 RPM |
Top speed |
128.0 km/h (79.5 mph) |
Compression |
7.5:1 |
Bore x stroke |
68.0 x 68.0 mm (2.7 x 2.7 inches) |
Fuel system |
Carburettor. Bing |
Fuel control |
Overhead Valves (OHV) |
Ignition |
Battery |
Lubrication system |
Wet sump |
Cooling system |
Air |
Gearbox |
4-speed |
Transmission type, final drive |
Shaft drive (cardan) |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Frame type |
Steel loop-welded |
Front suspension |
Cartridge |
Rear suspension |
Twin shock-Swingarm |
Frame |
3.27-18 |
Front tyre |
3.27-18 |
Rear tyre |
3.27-18 |
Front brakes |
Expanding brake (drum brake) |
Front brakes diamete |
160 mm (6.3 inches) |
Rear brakes |
Expanding brake (drum brake) |
rear_brakes_diameter |
160 mm (6.3 inches) |
Physical measures and capacities |
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc |
158.0 kg (348.3 pounds) |
Seat height |
730 mm (28.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Overall height |
975 mm (38.4 inches) |
Overall length |
2,090 mm (82.3 inches) |
Overall width |
660 mm (26.0 inches) |
Ground clearance |
105 mm (4.1 inches) |
Wheelbase |
975 mm (38.4 inches) |
Fuel capacity |
15.00 litres (3.96 gallons) |
Other specifications |
Starter |
Kick |
Comments |
90Kph is the top speed with original sidecar. |