BMW R23 1940
The motorcycle Bmw r23 of 1940 was industrialized by the company Bmw and corresponds to the series of Bmw r 23 that encompasses motorcycles of different displacements.
This bike enters into the category of trail and the first model of the Bmw r 23 generation marketed to the general public in the year 1938, that's why we talk about a a motorcycle generation that already has 84 years.
Abbreviating the specifications, it has an engine displacement of 15.07 ci and a total power of 10.06 hp (7.3 kw) @ 5400 rpm with an single-cylinder engine, 4-stroke with kick start.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS BMW R23 1940
| GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS | |
|---|---|
| Make | Bmw |
| Web site | Official site Bmw |
| Model | r23 1940 |
| Year | 1940 |
| Category | Trail |
| ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION | |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 15.07 ci (247.00 cc) |
| Engine type | Single-cylinder engine, 4-stroke |
| Engine details | - |
| Power | 10.06 hp (7.3 kw) @ 5400 rpm |
| Torque | - |
| Engine compression | 6.1:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 2.7 x 2.7 inches (68.0 x 68.0 mm) |
| Intake | Amal carburettor intake |
| Fuel control | Overhead valve timing system (OHV) |
| Ignition | Battery ignition |
| Lubrication | Oil bath lubrication. Wet sump engine |
| Cooling | Air-cooled |
| Transmission | 3-speed |
| Final drive | Cardan shaft drive |
| Clutch | Dry single-disc clutch |
| DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITIES | |
|---|---|
| Empty weight | - |
| Full weight | 297.6 lbs (135.0 kg) |
| Overall length | 78.7 inches (2,000 mm) |
| Overall width | 31.5 inches (800 mm) |
| Fuel capacity | - |
| Fuel reserve | - |
| Oil capacity | - |
| SPEED AND ACCELERATION | |
|---|---|
| Maximum speed | 59.0 mph (95.0 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h | - |
| CHASSIS, SUSPENSION AND WHEELS | |
|---|---|
| Chassis type | Single girder closed single cradle chassis made in one piece. |
| Fork diameter | - |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork |
| Front tire | 2.99-19 |
| Rear tire | 2.99-19 |
| Front brakes | Drum brake |
| Front brake diameter | 6.3 inches (160 mm) |
| Rear brakes | Rear drum brake |
| Rear brake diameter | 7.1 inches (180 mm) |
| OTHER SPECIFICATIONS | |
|---|---|
| Starter | Kick start |
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QUESTIONS AND DOUBTS ABOUT BMW R23 1940
📅 When was the first model of this motorcycle manufactured?
The first model of this motorcycle was produced in 1938.
🏇 How much power does this motorcycle have?
The Bmw r23 has a power of 10.06 hp (7.3 kw) @ 5400 rpm.
🕛 What is the maximum speed of this motorcycle?
The BMW R 23 has a top speed of 59.0 mph.
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