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BMW R17 1937 — Specs & Overview
Specifications and model details
The BMW R17 is a other motorcycle produced between 1937. Developed by BMW from DE, it represents the other class and carries the characteristics typical of its production period.
Power
33.0 HP (24.1 kW)) @ 4500 RPM
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 type
Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Power
33.0 HP (24.1 kW)) @ 4500 RPM
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)
Electronics
Starter
Kick
Other
Category
Allround
Rating
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Displacement
736.0 ccm (44.91 cubic inches)
Ignition
Battery
Performance
Top speed
140.0 km/h (87.0 mph)