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From 1936 to 1937, 2,652 examples of this motorcycle were produced. Thanks to engineer Rudolf Schleicher, it features a tunnel-case engine (with no horizontal parting line), a foot-operated gearbox (doubled by a hand-operated selector) and an adjustable hydraulic fork. The "flat-twin" features tumble-valve timing, two camshafts and two valves per cylinder. With a square cross-section (bore equal to stroke) of 68 x 68mm, the engine measures 494 cm3. Two AMAL carburetors feed the beast. Valve return springs are of the pin-type.

all in all, the engine produces 24 hp at 5,500 rpm, with a fuel consumption of around 3 liters per hundred. Final drive is via a universal joint. Weighing 165 kgs, it is capable of reaching 140 km/h.

with no rear suspension, only the seat cushions the bumps in the road. It's worth noting that, since 1929/30, the German firm had been equipping its two-wheelers with pressed sheet-metal frames. This R5, on the other hand, was fitted with a tubular frame, marking the beginning of the end of pressed sheet metal frames (although they were still produced for a few years).

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This motorcycle was sold for 1500 Reichsmarks, the equivalent of 10,300 euros today. In 1936, a German worker earned around 21 Reichsmarks a week.

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Published on 10/12/20
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Key facts BMW 500 R5 (1937) : What you need to know before you buy

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France	10,300€

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Performance

Max speed : 140 km/h (87 mph)
Average fuel consumption : 3 liters/100km (0.78 mpg)
Estimated range : 500 km (311 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.

Specifications BMW 500 R5 1937

Chassis: Frame : double steel buckle; Fuel capacity : 15 liters (3.96 US gallons); Length : 2,130 mm (83.86 in); Width : 800 mm (31.50 in); Min height : 950 mm (37.40 in); Wheelbase : 1,400 mm (55.12 in); Dry weight : 165 kg (364 lb)

Front axle: Telescopic fork Ø nc; drum brakes Ø 200 mm (7.87 in); Front tire : 3 / 19 - 19 → Order this type of tire

Transmission: 4 stage gearbox; Secondary cardan shaft

Rear axle: rigide; drum brakes Ø 200 mm (7.87 in); Rear tire : 3 / 19 - 19 → Order this type of tire

Motor: two-cylinder flat , 4 strokes; 2 AMAL 22.2mm carburetors; Cooling system : by air; tumble; 2 valves per cylinder; 494 cc; 24 ch (23.70 hp) to 5,500 rpm; Power-to-weight ratio : 6.96 kg/ch; Compression : 6.7: 1

Standard equipment: Brake assist : no

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What is the power of the 500 R5 1937?: The 500 R5 1937 develops a power of 24 ch (23.70 hp)
What is the maximum speed of the 500 R5 1937?: The 500 R5 1937 is capable of reaching a top speed of 140 km/h (87 mph) on the track.
What is the weight of the 500 R5 1937?: The 500 R5 1937 has a a dry weight of 165 kg (364 lb).
What is the fuel consumption of the 500 R5 1937?: Average fuel consumption is estimated at 3 l/100km (0.78 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
What is the price of the 500 R5 1937?: The price of the 500 R5 1937 is 10,300€ in France

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