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Key facts BMW R71 (1938) : What you need to know before you buy
Specifications BMW R71 1938
- 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 : 960 mm (37.80 in)
- Wheelbase : 1,400 mm (55.12 in)
- Weight when fully loaded : 187 kg (412 lb)
- Front axle
- Telescopic fork Ø nc
- 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, 24 mm diameter
- Cooling system : by air
- 2 valves per cylinder
- 746 cc
- 22 ch (21.70 hp) to 4,600 rpm
- Power-to-weight ratio : approximately 8.04 kg/ch
- Compression : 5.5 : 1
- Practical information
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the R71 1938
- What is the power of the R71 1938?
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The R71 1938 develops a power of 22 ch (21.70 hp)
- What is the maximum speed of the R71 1938?
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The R71 1938 is capable of reaching a top speed of 125 km/h (77.70 mph) on the track.
- What is the weight of the R71 1938?
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The R71 1938 has a a weight when fully loaded of 187 kg (412 lb).
- What is the price of the R71 1938?
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