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From 1956, the R26 succeeded the R25 3rd of the name. It was powered by a 247 cm3 single-cylinder engine. Suspension was provided by a fork with a pair of Earles-type shock absorbers at the front, and a set of two shock absorbers at the rear. Its 15-horsepower engine enabled speeds close to 130 km/h.
Costing 2,150 Deutschemarks at the time of its launch, over 30,000 R26s were produced until 1960.
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Published on 8/19/21
by Greg
by Greg
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Key facts BMW R26 (1960) : What you need to know before you buy
Prices
| Basic version | |
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 France |
541€
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Performance
- Max speed : 128 km/h (79.50 mph)
- Average fuel consumption : 3.30 liters/100km (0.71 mpg)
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Estimated range
: 455 km (283 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.
Specifications BMW R26 1960
- Chassis
- Frame : double tubular steel cradle
- Fuel capacity : 15 liters (3.96 US gallons)
- Seat height : 770 mm (30.31 in)
- Length : 2,090 mm (82.28 in)
- Width : 660 mm (25.98 in)
- Min height : 975 mm (38.39 in)
- Dry weight : 158 kg (348 lb)
- Weight when fully loaded : 167 kg (368 lb)
- Front axle
- Earles-type fork with twin shock absorbers
- drum brakes Ø 160 mm (6.3 in)
- Front tire : 3 / 25 - 18 → Order this type of tire
- Transmission
- 4 stage gearbox , manual
- Secondary cardan shaft
- Rear axle
- 2 lateral shock absorbers
- drum brakes Ø 160 mm (6.3 in)
- Rear tire : 3 / 25 - 18 → Order this type of tire
- Motor
- single-cylinder , 4 strokes
- Carburettor Ø 26 mm
- Cooling system : by air
- 2 valves
- 247 cc
- 15 ch (14.80 hp) to 6,400 rpm
- Power-to-weight ratio : 10.68 kg/ch
- Compression : 7.5 : 1
- Practical information
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the R26 1960
- What is the power of the R26 1960?
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The R26 1960 develops a power of 15 ch (14.80 hp)
- What is the maximum speed of the R26 1960?
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The R26 1960 is capable of reaching a top speed of 128 km/h (79.50 mph) on the track.
- What is the weight of the R26 1960?
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The R26 1960 has a a dry weight of 158 kg (348 lb), a weight when fully loaded of 167 kg (368 lb).
- What is the fuel consumption of the R26 1960?
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Average fuel consumption is estimated at 3.30 l/100km (0.71 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
- QWhat is the seat height of the R26 1960?
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To ensure good accessibility, the R26 1960 offers a minimum seat height of 770 mm (30.31 in).
- What is the price of the R26 1960?
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The price of the R26 1960 is 541€ in France
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Bikers' reviews Leave a review - 1 review
Is the side stand on the right?...I don't know of any side stand on the right on a BMW...was it a modification made by the previous owner?
As for the center, it doesn't go up well, and falls back at the slightest bump. I've changed the 2 big springs (new springs, for BMW R26) but it's the same thing...On closer inspection, I can't figure out how they could work, because when the stand is up, they're not very taut...;if anyone can pass me some info, or photos, that would help. Thank you very much. Rating : 4/5 Respond to Xa40
I too have a side stand on the right on my R26, I think installed by the previous owner Rating : 5/5 Participate in the conversation