What makes this BMW bike worth $50K? It’s all about the ride.
2022年11月3日 · These new models were called the R50/2, R60/2, R50S and R69S. BMW modernized them again in 1967 with the same telescopic forks that would feature on the upcoming /5 series. The bikes now went under the monikers of R50US, R60US, and R69US.
The Little Boxer: 1969-1973 BMW R50/5 - Motorcycle Classics
2015年6月11日 · BMW R50/5 Years produced: 1969-1973 Claimed power: 32hp @ 6,400rpm Top speed: 97mph (est.) Engine: 498cc air-cooled OHV flat twin Transmission: 4-speed, shaft final drive Weight: 451lb (wet) MPG: 45-55mpg Price then/now: $1,025 (1970/est.)/$1,500-$4,000
Retrospective: BMW /5 Series - 1970-1973 - Rider Magazine
2022年12月22日 · Compared to its predecessor, the BMW /2 Series, the /5 Series was a thoroughly modernized ground-up redesign. It boasted up-to-date 12-volt DC electrics complete with a 180-watt alternator, an...
I just wanna ride 1970 BMW R50/5 - Adventure Rider
2019年6月24日 · Regarding the performance of the /5 in particular the R50 its not a screamer, but it is a fun bike especially the SWB . With the 4-speed transmission the steps between gears are pretty big. I've found installing a final drive with lower gearing helpful, at least for a town bike.
New guy: 50/2 or 60/2 - Vintage BMW Motorcycle Owners
2020年4月16日 · Strange that the R50 is faster in time to 100 kph. Guess it's the different rear ends. R50/2 supposedly has a 35/11 (3.18:1) while the R60/2 has a 27/8 (3.13:1).
1966 BMW R50/2 with Steib Sidecar - Bike-urious
2024年12月7日 · The BMW R50/2 was produced from 1960-1969. It was driven by a four-speed, air-cooled 494cc boxer twin that delivered 26 horsepower. The bike was “widely recognized for its smooth power delivery to the rear wheel via clean shaft drive,” according to Motorcycle Classics, and still continues to win kudos from classic bike enthusiasts.
BMW R50/2 1968 500cc 2 cyl ohv - Classic Motorcycle
Luxury tourers, the R50 and R69 sold to discerning enthusiasts to whom expense mattered little when set against the excellence of BMW engineering. This matching number R50/2 machine is an interesting bike these days. The 2 cylinder engine runs …
1967 BMW R50/2 Motorcycle | The Online Automotive
2018年9月22日 · The 1967 BMW R60/2 is a fine example. The /2 line was introduced in 1960, and was based heavily on the R51/2 introduced in 1950. The line consisted of four versions of the same essential motorcycle: the 500cc R50/2 you see pictured here, a sporting version called the R50S, a 600cc R60/2, and a sportier version of that called the R69S.
BMW R 50/5 (1969-1973) Specs, Performance & Photos
2022年11月1日 · It was a perfect opportunity for BMW, which presented a newly developed model range that included the R 50/5, R 60/5, and R 75/5 and offered numerous innovations. The R 50/5 model featured a...
BMW R50/5 Reviews - ThumperTalk
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