BMW R 69S
| Manufacturer | BMW |
|---|---|
| Production | 1960 |
| Class | Classic |
| Engine | air-cooled, four-stroke, boxer twin cylinder, 2 valves per cylinder |
| Bore / Stroke | 71.1mm x 71.1mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Horse Power | 41.97 HP (31.3 KW) @ 7000RPM |
| Transmission | Gear box: 4-speed, manual Final Drive: shaft |
| Suspension | Front: telescopic fork Rear: plunger shocks |
| Brakes | Front: 200mm drum Rear: 200mm drum |
| Front Tire | 3.50 - S18 |
| Rear Tire | 4.00 - S18 |
| Weight | (dry), 200.0 kg (wet) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
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The BMW R 69S was a air-cooled, four-stroke, boxer twin cylinder, 2 valves per cylinder Classic motorcycle produced by BMW in 1960. Claimed horsepower was 41.97 HP (31.3 KW) @ 7000 RPM.
Engine
A 71.1mm bore x 71.1mm stroke result in a displacement of just 594.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive
The bike has a 4-speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the dry, single plate.
Chassis
It came with a 3.50 - S18 front tire and a 4.00 - S18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 200mm drum in the front and a 200mm drum in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a plunger shocks.
1960 - 1969 BMW R 69S
The 1960 BMW R 69S has, at its heart, an air-cooled, four-stroke, 594cc, boxer twin cylinder powerplant paired to a four-speed manual transmission, that can reach a maximum power output of 42 horsepower at 7000 rpm.
In addition, this sporty machine comes with features such as a dual seat, full fenders, a dual exhaust system with pea-shooter mufflers, a large headlight, laced wheels, drum brakes in the front and in the rear, a telescopic hydraulic front fork coupled to plunger shocks in the rear, laced wheels and an analogue speedometer.