BMW R 50-5: history, specs, pictures
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| BMW R 50-5 | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 1970 - 1972 |
| Engine | two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 67.0mm x 70.6mm |
| Top Speed | 94 mph (151 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 31.38 HP (23.4 KW) @ 6400RPM |
| Transmission | Gear box: 4-speed Final Drive: shaft drive (cardan) |
| Brakes | Front: expanding brake Rear: expanding brake |
| Front Tire | 3.25-19 |
| Rear Tire | 4.00-18 |
| Weight | 222.0 kg (wet) |
| Fuel Capacity | 6.34 Gallon (24.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The BMW R 50-5 was a two cylinder boxer, four-stroke standard produced by BMW between 1970 and 1972. It could reach a top speed of 94 mph (151 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 31.38 HP (23.4 KW) @ 6400 RPM.
Engine
The engine was a air cooled two cylinder boxer, four-stroke. A 67.0mm bore x 70.6mm stroke result in a displacement of just 498.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (ohv).
Drive
The bike has a 4-speed transmission.
Chassis
It came with a 3.25-19 front tire and a 4.00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake in the front and a expanding brake in the rear. The R 50-5 was fitted with a 6.34 Gallon (24.00 Liters) fuel tank.