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Performance

Max speed : 135 km/h (83.90 mph)
Average fuel consumption : 4.50 liters/100km (0.52 mpg)
Estimated range : 378 km (235 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.

Specifications BMW R51/3 1953

Chassis: Frame : double tubular steel frame; Fuel capacity : 17 liters (4.49 US gallons); Length : 2,130 mm (83.86 in); Width : 790 mm (31.10 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: Telescopic hydraulic fork Ø n/a; drum brakes Ø 200 mm (7.87 in); Front tire : 3 / 5 - 19 → Order this type of tire

Transmission: 4 stage gearbox; Secondary cardan shaft

Rear axle: sliding; drum brakes Ø 200 mm (7.87 in); Rear tire : 3 / 5 - 19 → Order this type of tire

Motor: two-cylinder flat , 4 strokes; 2 carburetors, 22 mm diameter; Cooling system : by air; 2 valves per cylinder; 494 cc; 24 ch (23.70 hp) to 5,800 rpm; Power-to-Weight Ratio : approx. 7.39 kg/ch; Compression : 6.3 : 1

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What is the power of the R51/3?: The R51/3 1953 develops a power of 24 ch (23.70 hp)
What is the maximum speed of the R51/3?: The R51/3 1953 is capable of reaching a top speed of 135 km/h (83.90 mph) on the track.
What is the weight of the R51/3?: The R51/3 1953 has a a weight when fully loaded of 190 kg (419 lb).
What is the fuel consumption of the R51/3?: Average fuel consumption is estimated at 4.50 l/100km (0.52 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
What is the price of the R51/3?: , in France
What size tires should I put on my R51/3?: The standard size for a R51/3 1953 is 3 / 5 - 19 for the front, and 3 / 5 - 19 for the rear.