BMW R5 1937
Complete specifications and details for the 1937 BMW R5. This comprehensive guide includes engine specifications, dimensions, features, and performance data.

Basic Information
Make | BMW |
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Model | R5 |
Year | 1937 |
Category | Allround |
Chassis, Suspension & Brakes
Frame Type | Steel-double cradlel |
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Front Brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake). Single |
Front Brakes Diameter | 200 mm (7.9 inches) |
Front Suspension | Telescopic fork |
Front Tyre | 3.50-19.00 |
Rear Brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
Rear Brakes Diameter | 200 mm (7.9 inches) |
Rear Suspension | Rigid |
Rear Tyre | 3.50-19.00 |
Other Specifications
Starter | Kick |
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Engine & Transmission
Displacement | 494.00 ccm (30.14 cubic inches) |
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Engine Details | Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
Power | 24.07 HP (17.6 kW)) @ 5500 RPM |
Top Speed | 140.0 km/h (87.0 mph) |
Compression | 6.7:1 |
Bore X Stroke | 68.0 x 68.0 mm (2.7 x 2.7 inches) |
Fuel System | Carburettor. Amal |
Ignition | Battery |
Lubrication System | Wet sump |
Cooling System | Air |
Gearbox | 4-speed |
Transmission Type Final Drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
Clutch | Dry-single plate |
Fuel Consumption | 4.50 litres/100 km (22.2 km/l or 52.27 mpg) |
Greenhouse Gases | 104.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
Dimensions & Capacities
Fuel Capacity | 15.00 litres (3.96 gallons) |
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Overall Height | 950 mm (37.4 inches) |
Overall Length | 2,130 mm (83.9 inches) |
Overall Width | 800 mm (31.5 inches) |
Weight Incl Oil Gas Etc | 165.0 kg (363.8 pounds) |