BMW R 60/2 Specifications - Engine, Power, Dimensions & Performance
Full technical specs for BMW R 60/2: engine details, horsepower, torque, weight, top speed, and more. Check specifications and performance data on Moto Riders Universe.
Years
All
1960
1961
1962
1963
1964
1965
1966
1967
1968
1969
Generations
R60/2
R60 US
R60/2
(1960–1969)
Engine
Engine Type
Boxer
Number of Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-stroke
Valves
2
Valves Per Cylinder
2
Valve Configuration
OHV
Cooling System
Air-cooled
Engine Oil
SAE 40 – 2.1 L
The manual recommends:
• Engine: SAE 40 (above ~86 °F), SAE 30 (up to ~86 °F / ~30 °C)
• Transmission: 10W-30 HD
• Final drive & drive shaft housing: SAE 40
Lubrication
Forced-Feed
Induction
Carburetor
2 × Bing 1/24/125–126 / 133–134 / 151–152
Spark Plug
Bosch W240T1 / Beru 240/14
• Alt. NGK B7HS / Champion N4; gap 0.6 – 0.7 mm (M14 × 1.25)
Starting
Kick
Gear Ratio per Gear
1st – 4.17 : 1
2nd – 2.73 : 1
3rd – 1.94 : 1
4th – 1.54 : 1
(Sidecar ratios: 5.33 / 3.02 / 2.04 / 1.54)
Displacement
594 cc
Bore X Stroke
72 x 73
Compression Ratio
7.5 : 1
Horsepower
30 hp (22 kW) / 5800 rpm
Torque
40 Nm / 4000 rpm
Fuel System
Carburetor
Fuel Type
Petrol
Transmission
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
4-speed
Clutch
Dry
Single-plate, saucer-spring
Primary Drive Ratio
2.65 : 1
Final Drive Ratio
3.13 : 1
3.13 : 1 (solo) / 3.38 : 1 (optional) / 3.86 : 1 (sidecar)
Reverse
No
Chassis
Frame
Twin-loop reinforced
Rake (fork angle)
26.5°
Trail
92 mm
/
3.62 in
Front Suspension Type
Leading Link (Earles)
Front Wheel Travel
208 mm
/
8.19 in
Rear Suspension Type
Long swinging arm with twin adjustable hydraulic shocks
Rear Wheel Travel
125 mm
/
4.92 in
Dimension
Overall Length
2125 mm
/
83.66 in
Overall Width
660 mm
/
25.98 in
Seat Height
735 mm
/
28.94 in
Seat Type
Single
Wheelbase
1415 mm
/
55.71 in
1450 mm with sidecar
Ground Clearance
150 mm
/
5.91 in
Dry Weight
177 kg
/
390.22 lb
Wet Weight
195 kg
/
429.90 lb
Fuel Capacity
17 l
/
4.49 gal
• Optional 24.6 L (6.5 US gal touring tank)
• Fuel consumption 47.0 MPG (ca. 5.0 l / 100 km)
Overall Heigth
980 mm
/
38.58 in
Brakes and tyres
Front Brake Type
Drum
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Front Brake Diameter
200 mm
/
7.87 in
Rear Brake Diameter
200 mm
/
7.87 in
Tube / Tubeless
Tube
Wheel Type
Spoke
Front Wheel
18"
Rear Wheel
18"
Front Tire Size
3.50 – 18
Rear Tire Size
3.50 – 18
4 × 18 (sidecar)
Instrument console features
Battery and lighting
Pass Light
No
Battery Type
Lead-acid
Battery Voltage
6 V
Headlight Type
Bosch 6 V with integrated speedometer
Comfort features
Electric Start
No
Pillion Footrest
Yes
Step-up Seat / Split Seat
No
Factory single saddle; Dual optional
ABS available
No
Top Speed
145 km/h
/
90 mph