BMW R 16 (1929-34) technical specifications
BMW R 16 is produced in 1929-34. Engine is Four stroke, two cylinder flat twin, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder., displacement 735 cc / 44.9 cu in. , produces power 18.6 kW / 25 hp @ 4000 rpm. BMW R 16 wet weight is 165 kg / 364 lbs. BMW R 16 has 2 photos.
Technical specifications
+ Add to 'Compare list'| Model: | R 16 |
| Years: | 1929-34 |
| Engine: | Four stroke, two cylinder flat twin, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder. |
| Capacity: | 735 cc / 44.9 cu in. |
| Bore x Stroke: | 63 x 68 mm |
| Compression Ratio: | 6.75:1 |
| Cooling System: | Air cooled |
| Induction: | 1 carburetor Type BMW Spezial ∅26 mm (1932: 2 x carburettor Amal type 6/011 RH & LH) |
| Ignition: | Magneto ignition |
| Starting: | Kick |
| Generator: | Bosch magneto generator D2L or magneto ignition FF2 |
| Clutch: | Double plates, dry |
| Max Power: | 18.6 kW / 25 hp @ 4000 rpm |
| Transmission: | 3 Speed |
| Final Drive: | Shaft |
| Gear Ratio: | 1st 2.83 / 2nd 1.55 / 3rd 1.08:1 |
| Frame: | Twin loop pressed steel frame |
| Front Suspension: | Plate spring, 9 laminae |
| Rear Suspension: | Rigid, spring loaded saddle |
| Front Brake: | ∅200mm Drum |
| Rear Brakes: | Cardan brake |
| Front Tyre: | 3.50 x 19" |
| Rear Tyre: | 3.50 x 19" |
| Wet-Weight: | 165 kg / 364 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity: | 14 L / 3.7 US gal |