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BMW R17 1936 — Specs & Overview

Specifications and model details

The BMW R17 is a other motorcycle produced between 1936. Developed by BMW from DE, it represents the other class and carries the characteristics typical of its production period.

Model year
Engine size
736.0 ccm (44.91 cubic inches)
Wet weight
165.0 kg (363.8 pounds)
Fuel capacity
14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons)

Key features

Expanding brake (drum brake)

Technical specifications

Engine

Engine size
736.0 ccm (44.91 cubic inches)
Engine type
Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Compression
6.5:1
Bore x stroke
83.0 x 68.0 mm (3.3 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel system
Carburettor. Amal 26mm
Fuel control
Overhead Valves (OHV)
Lubrication system
Wet sump
Cooling system
Air

Transmission

Gearbox
4-speed
Transmission type
Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch
Dry-multiplate-cable operated

Chassis

Frame type
Steel-double cradlel
Front suspension
Cartridge
Rear suspension
Rigid
Front tire
3.5-19
Rear tire
3.5-19
Front brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front brakes diameter
200 mm (7.9 inches)
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes diameter
200 mm (7.9 inches)
Wheelbase
1380 mm (54.3 inches)

Dimensions & weight

Wet weight
165.0 kg (363.8 pounds)
Overall height
940 mm (37.0 inches)
Overall length
2100 mm (82.7 inches)
Overall width
890 mm (35.0 inches)
Fuel capacity
14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons)
Carrying capacity
210kg

Electronics

Starter
Kick

Other

Model name
BMW R17
Year of manufacture
1936
Type
Allround
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Output
33.0 HP (24.1 kW)) @ 4500 RPM
Ignition
Battery

Performance

Top speed
140.0 km/h (87.0 mph)