BMW R 5 (1936-37) technical specifications

BMW R 5 is produced in 1936-37. Engine is Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, pushrod operated 2 valves per cylinder., displacement 494 cc / 30.1 cu in. , produces power 17.9 kW / 24 hp @ 5500 rpm. BMW R 5 wet weight is 175 kg / 386 lbs. BMW R 5 has 5 photos.

Technical specifications

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Model:	R 5
Years:	1936-37
Engine:	Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, pushrod operated 2 valves per cylinder.
Capacity:	494 cc / 30.1 cu in.
Bore x Stroke:	68 x 68 mm
Compression Ratio:	6.7:1
Cooling System:	Air cooled
Induction:	2 x Carburetor type Amal 5/423
Ignition:	Battery ignition
Starting:	Kick
Generator:	Bosch RD 45/6 2800 RS 15
Clutch:	Single plate, dry
Max Power:	17.9 kW / 24 hp @ 5500 rpm
Transmission:	4 Speed
Final Drive:	Shaft
Gear Ratio:	1st 3.6 / 2nd 2.28 / 3rd 1.70 / 4th 1.30:1
Frame:	Twin loop pressed steel frame
Front Suspension:	Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension:	Rigid, spring loaded saddle
Front Brake:	∅200mm Drum
Rear Brakes:	∅200mm drum
Front Tyre:	3.00 x 19"
Rear Tyre:	3.50 x 19"
Wet-Weight:	175 kg / 386 lbs
Fuel Capacity:	15 L / 4.0 US gal