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The R 16 was a motorcycle manufactured by BMW from 1929 to 1934. Its 4-stroke twin-cylinder engine and 736 cc displacement allowed it to develop 25 horsepower at launch and 33 horsepower starting in 1932. The BMW R16 was sold for 2,200 Reichmarks. A total of 1,106 units were produced.

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Published on 6/26/25
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Performance

Max speed : 120 km/h (74.60 mph)
Average fuel consumption : 5 liters/100km (0.47 mpg)
Estimated range : 280 km (174 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.

Specifications BMW R 16 1929

Chassis: Frame : Double cradle made of stamped steel sheets; Fuel capacity : 14 liters (3.70 US gallons); Seat height : 720 mm (28.35 in); Length : 2,100 mm (82.68 in); Width : 890 mm (35.04 in); Min height : 950 mm (37.40 in); Wheelbase : 1,380 mm (54.33 in); Dry weight : 165 kg (364 lb)

Front axle: Fork + leaf spring; drum brakes Ø 200 mm (7.87 in)

Transmission: 3 stage gearbox , manual; Secondary cardan shaft

Rear axle: rigid; unspecified brakes

Motor: two-cylinder flat , 4 strokes; 26 mm carburetor; Cooling system : by air; 2 valves per cylinder; 736 cc; 25 ch (24.70 hp) to 4,000 rpm; Power-to-weight ratio : 6.68 kg/ch; Compression : 6.5 : 1; Starting system : kick

Practical information: Country of manufacture : Germany

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What is the power of the R 16?: The R 16 1929 develops a power of 25 ch (24.70 hp)
What is the maximum speed of the R 16?: The R 16 1929 is capable of reaching a top speed of 120 km/h (74.60 mph) on the track.
What is the weight of the R 16?: The R 16 1929 has a a dry weight of 165 kg (364 lb).
What is the fuel consumption of the R 16?: Average fuel consumption is estimated at 5 l/100km (0.47 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
QWhat is the seat height of the R 16?: To ensure good accessibility, the R 16 1929 offers a minimum seat height of 720 mm (28.35 in).
What colors are available for the R 16?: For the 1929 model year, the R 16 is available in one color: black.