These are the known mechanical and performance specifications for your 1959 BMW R69.
Basic Specs
Engine
Displacement594.00 ccm (36.25 cubic inches)
Type
DetailsTwo cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Max RPM
Compression7.5:1
Bore/Stroke72.0 x 73.0 mm (2.8 x 2.9 inches)
Valves/Cylinder
FuelingCarburettor. Bing
IgnitionMagneto
Exhaust
LubricationForced feed
CoolingAir
Drivetrain
Gearbox4-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan)
ClutchDry-single plate-cable operated
Driveline
Performance
Horespower35.00 HP (25.5 kW)
Torque
Top Speed175.0 km/h (108.7 mph)
Fuel Economy & Polution
Fuel Consumption5.30 litres/100 km (18.9 km/l or 44.38 mpg)
Fuel Capacity17.00 litres (4.49 gallons)
Emissions123.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame TypeSteel-doble cradle
Rake
Trail
Front SuspensionCartridge
Front Travel
Rear SuspensionTwin shock-swingarm
Rear Travel
SeatDual seat
Seat Height
Alt. Seat Height
Total Height980 mm (38.6 inches)
Total Length2,125 mm (83.7 inches)
Total Width722 mm (28.4 inches)
Ground Clearance
Wheelbase1,365 mm (53.7 inches)
Dry Weight
Wet Weight202.0 kg (445.3 pounds)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tire/Tyre
Rear Tire/Tyre3.5-18
Front BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Duplex full hub
Front Brake Diameter200 mm (7.9 inches)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Simplex full hub
Rear Brake Diameter200 mm (7.9 inches)
WheelsSpoked
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