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The R50 is a motorcycle manufactured by BMW from 1955 to 1960. Its 4-stroke twin-cylinder engine and 494 cm3 displacement enabled it to develop 26 horsepower.
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Key facts BMW R50 (1955) : What you need to know before you buy
Prices
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691€
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Performance
- Max speed : 140 km/h (87 mph)
- 0-100 km/h acceleration : 10.30 s
- Average fuel consumption : 4.10 liters/100km (0.57 mpg)
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Estimated range
: 415 km (258 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.
Specifications BMW R50 1955
- Chassis
- Frame : Double cradle in pressed sheet metal
- Fuel capacity : 17 liters (4.49 US gallons)
- Seat height : 725 mm (28.54 in)
- Length : 2,125 mm (83.66 in)
- Width : 660 mm (25.98 in)
- Min height : 980 mm (38.58 in)
- Wheelbase : 1,415 mm (55.71 in)
- Dry weight : 195 kg (430 lb)
- Front axle
- Fourche type Earles
- drum brakes Ø 200 mm (7.87 in)
- Front tire : 3 / 50 - 18 → Order this type of tire
- Transmission
- 4 stage gearbox , manual
- Secondary cardan shaft
- Rear axle
- 2 lateral shock absorbers
- drum brakes Ø 200 mm (7.87 in)
- Rear tire : 4 / 0 - 18 → Order this type of tire
- Motor
- two-cylinder flat , 4 strokes
- Carburettor Ø 24 mm
- Cooling system : by air
- 494 cc
- 26 ch (25.60 hp) to 5,800 rpm
- Power-to-weight ratio : 7.62 kg/ch
- Compression : 6.8 : 1
- Practical information
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the R50 1955
- What is the power of the R50 1955?
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The R50 1955 develops a power of 26 ch (25.60 hp)
- What is the maximum speed of the R50 1955?
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The R50 1955 is capable of reaching a top speed of 140 km/h (87 mph) on the track.
- What is the weight of the R50 1955?
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The R50 1955 has a a dry weight of 195 kg (430 lb).
- What is the fuel consumption of the R50 1955?
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Average fuel consumption is estimated at 4.10 l/100km (0.57 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
- QWhat is the seat height of the R50 1955?
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To ensure good accessibility, the R50 1955 offers a minimum seat height of 725 mm (28.54 in).
- What is the price of the R50 1955?
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The price of the R50 1955 is 691€ in France
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