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BMW R12 Twin carb 1938 — Specs & Overview
Specifications and model details
The BMW R12 Twin carb is a other motorcycle produced between 1938. Developed by BMW from DE, it represents the other class and carries the characteristics typical of its production period.
Power
20.0 HP (14.6 kW)) @ 4000 RPM
Wet weight
185.0 kg (407.9 pounds)
Fuel capacity
14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons)
Key features
Expanding brake (drum brake). Single
Technical specifications
Engine
Engine type
Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Power
20.0 HP (14.6 kW)) @ 4000 RPM
Compression
5.2:1
Bore x stroke
78.0 x 78.0 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel system
Carburettor. Amal
Fuel control
Overhead Valves (OHV)
Lubrication system
Wet sump
Cooling system
Air
Transmission
Gearbox
4-speed
Clutch
Dry multiplate-cable operated
Chassis
Frame type
Steel-doble cradle
Front suspension
Cartrige
Rear suspension
Rigid-
Front tire
3.50-19
Rear tire
3.5-19
Front brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake). Single
Front brakes diameter
200 mm (7.9 inches)
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & weight
Wet weight
185.0 kg (407.9 pounds)
Overall height
940 mm (37.0 inches)
Overall length
2100 mm (82.7 inches)
Overall width
900 mm (35.4 inches)
Fuel capacity
14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons)
Carrying capacity
300
Electronics
Starter
Kick
Other
Motorcycle name
BMW R12 Twin carb
Category
Sport
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Displacement
745.0 ccm (45.46 cubic inches)
Seat
Spring-mounted seat
Performance
Top speed
120.0 km/h (74.6 mph)