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General| Category | Motorcycle |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW |
| Model | R50 |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h (87 mph) |
| Production Years | 1955-1960 |
| Engine | 494 cc air-cooled flat-twin |
| Power | 26 hp (19 kW) |
| Final Drive | Shaft |
Detailed specifications for engine type, horsepower, bore, stroke, displacement, and compression ratio.
Details on frame construction, suspension, brakes, rims, tire sizes, pressures, and vehicle dimensions.
Recommended fuel types, tank capacity, and oil grades for engine, transmission, and drive.
Details on ignition, lighting, horn, blinker, dimmer, and clutch lever operations.
Information on fuel shut-off, kickstand, gearshift lever, and brake pedals.
Procedures for starting the engine, moving off from neutral, changing gears up/down, and shifting to neutral.
Maximum permissible running-in speeds in individual gears for different models and conditions.
Details on the integral gearbox, gear ratios, torque-damper system, and foot-controlled gear shift.
Description of front duplex and rear simplex brakes, their operation, and safety checks.
Components of the electrical system: generator, magneto, battery, lighting, and horn.
Guidelines for lubrication, inspections, and minor maintenance tasks every 4,000 miles.
Details on BMW's guarantee period, conditions for claims, and warranty limitations.
Summary of required maintenance inspections and lubrication intervals for different mileage points.
