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Key facts BMW R51/2 (1950) : What you need to know before you buy

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Performance

Max speed : 135 km/h (83.90 mph)
Average fuel consumption : 4 liters/100km (0.59 mpg)
Estimated range : 350 km (217 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.

Specifications BMW R51/2 1950

Chassis: Frame : double tubular steel frame; Fuel capacity : 14 liters (3.70 US gallons); Length : 2,130 mm (83.86 in); Width : 815 mm (32.09 in); Min height : 720 mm (28.35 in); Weight when fully loaded : 185 kg (408 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 : approximately 7.28 kg/ch; Compression : 6.4 : 1

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What is the power of the R51/2?: The R51/2 1950 develops a power of 24 ch (23.70 hp)
What is the maximum speed of the R51/2?: The R51/2 1950 is capable of reaching a top speed of 135 km/h (83.90 mph) on the track.
What is the weight of the R51/2?: The R51/2 1950 has a a weight when fully loaded of 185 kg (408 lb).
What is the fuel consumption of the R51/2?: Average fuel consumption is estimated at 4 l/100km (0.59 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
What is the price of the R51/2?: , in France
What size tires should I put on my R51/2?: The standard size for a R51/2 1950 is 3 / 5 - 19 for the front, and 3 / 5 - 19 for the rear.