BMW R60/6 Specifications - Engine, Power, Dimensions & Performance
Full technical specs for BMW R60/6: engine details, horsepower, torque, weight, top speed, and more. Check official specifications and performance data on Moto Riders Universe.
Manufacturer: BMW
Model: R60/6
Production: 1973 - 1976
Class: Vintage and Classic
Years
All
1973
1974
1975
1976
Generations
R60/6
R60/6
(1973–1976)
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 20W-50 - 2.0 L
Lubrication
Wet Sump
Induction
Carburetor
2 x Bing 1/26/111 - 1/26/112 or 1/26/123 - 1/26/124
Spark Plug
Bosch W 230 T 30 / Beru 230/14/3 A
NGK BP7ES
Starting
Electric
Kickstarter fitted on early 1973-74 models
Gear Ratio per Gear
1st - 4.40
2nd - 2.86
3rd - 2.07
4th - 1.67
5th - 1.50
Displacement
599 cc
Bore X Stroke
73.5 mm × 70.6 mm
Compression Ratio
9.2:1
Horsepower
46 hp / 6600 rpm (SAE)
40 hp / 6400 rpm (DIN)
Torque
49 Nm / 5000 rpm
Fuel System
Carburetor
Fuel Type
Petrol
Transmission
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
5-speed
Clutch
Dry
Final Drive Ratio
3.36:1
11 : 37 teeth bevel gear
Reverse
No
Chassis
Frame
Double loop tubular frame
Rake (fork angle)
27.5°
Trail
94 mm
/
3.70 in
Front Suspension Type
Telescopic fork with hydraulic damping
Front Wheel Travel
208 mm
/
8.19 in
Rear Suspension Type
Twin shocks, adjustable preload
Rear Wheel Travel
125 mm
/
4.92 in
Dimension
Overall Length
2180 mm
/
85.83 in
Overall Width
740 mm
/
29.13 in
Seat Height
810 mm
/
31.89 in
Seat Type
Dual Stepped Seat
Wheelbase
1465 mm
/
57.68 in
Ground Clearance
165 mm
/
6.50 in
Wet Weight
210 kg
/
462.97 lb
Fuel Capacity
18 l
/
4.76 gal
• Fuel Tank Capacity: Capacity 18 litres / 3.95 gal / 4.75 gal US (optional 22 litre / 4.83 gal / 5.81 gal US tank at extra charge)
• Fuel Consumption: 5.5 litres 100 Km (at constant 90 Kph) / 51 mpg / 42 mpg US
Overall Heigth
1080 mm
/
42.52 in
Brakes and tyres
Front Brake Type
Drum
1975 Update Notes:
• Single Disc 260 mm
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Front Brake Diameter
200 mm
/
7.87 in
1975 Update Notes:
• 260 mm (disc)
Rear Brake Diameter
200 mm
/
7.87 in
Tube / Tubeless
Tube
Wheel Type
Spoke
Front Wheel
19"
Rear Wheel
18"
Front Tire Size
3.25 S19
Rear Tire Size
4.00 S18
Instrument console features
Speedometer
Analogue
Tachometer
Analogue
Battery and lighting
Pass Light
Yes
Battery Type
Lead-acid
Battery Voltage
12V
Headlight Type
Halogen 7″
H4 7.1″ 180 mm 55/60 W bulb
Turn Signals Type
Bulb
Comfort features
Electric Start
Yes
Bosch 0.5 hp
Pillion Footrest
Yes
Step-up Seat / Split Seat
Yes
ABS available
No
Top Speed
167 km/h
/
104 mph