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The R68 is a motorcycle manufactured by BMW from 1952 to 1954. Its 4-stroke twin-cylinder engine and 594 cm3 displacement enabled it to develop 35 horsepower.

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Published on 8/23/21
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Key facts BMW R68 (1953) : What you need to know before you buy

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France	814€

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Performance

Max speed : 160 km/h (99.40 mph)
Average fuel consumption : 4.60 liters/100km (0.51 mpg)
Estimated range : 370 km (230 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.

Specifications BMW R68 1953

Chassis: Frame : two closed loops of parallel steel tubing; Fuel capacity : 17 liters (4.49 US gallons); Length : 2,130 mm (83.86 in); Width : 725 mm (28.54 in); Min height : 985 mm (38.78 in); Wheelbase : 1,400 mm (55.12 in); Weight when fully loaded : 190 kg (419 lb)

Front axle: Telehydraulic fork Ø nc; drum brakes Ø 200 mm (7.87 in)

Transmission: 4 stage gearbox; Secondary cardan shaft

Rear axle: 2 lateral shock absorbers; drum brakes Ø 200 mm (7.87 in)

Motor: two-cylinder flat , 4 strokes; Carburettor Ø 26 mm; Cooling system : by air; 2 valves per cylinder; 594 cc; 35 ch (34.50 hp) to 7,000 rpm; Power-to-Weight Ratio : approx. 5.08 kg/ch; Compression : 8 : 1

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What is the power of the R68?: The R68 1953 develops a power of 35 ch (34.50 hp)
What is the maximum speed of the R68?: The R68 1953 is capable of reaching a top speed of 160 km/h (99.40 mph) on the track.
What is the weight of the R68?: The R68 1953 has a a weight when fully loaded of 190 kg (419 lb).
What is the fuel consumption of the R68?: Average fuel consumption is estimated at 4.60 l/100km (0.51 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
What is the price of the R68?: The price of the R68 1953 is 814€ in France

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