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BMW R 68
0268/1

Year of manufacture:: 1952 to 1954
VIN:: 651453

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Specifications*:

Engine size:: 590
Cylinders:: 2
hp/kW:: 35/26
Vehicle weight (kg):: 193
Seat height (mm):: 725
Valve clearance (intake):: KALT 0,15 MM
Valve clearance (exhaust):: KALT 0,20 MM
Carburettor air screw:: 1-2 AUSDREHUNGEN
Tyre pressure (front):: 1,5 BAR
Tyre pressure (rear):: 1,8 (1,9) BAR
Spark plug 1:: NGK B8HS
Spark plug 2:: NGK BR8HIX
Electrode gap:: 0,6 MM
Fork tube diam.:: TELEGABEL ÖLGEDÄM.
Chain/Final drive:: KARDAN

Capacities*:

Fork oil per rod:: 130 ML SAE 20W
Engine oil w/o filter:: SAE 20W (WINTER)
Engine oil with filter:: 2,0 L 40W (SOMMER)
Gear oil:: 800 ML SAE 90W
Brake fluid:: MECH. TROMMELBREM.
Final drive oil:: 130 ML SAE 90W
Fuel:: 17,0 LITER
Coolant:: LUFTGEKÜHLT

* Louis has taken great care in compiling the specifications and associated products. They apply to the model of the selected vehicle that is sold in Germany. The specifications of models sold in other countries may differ. Louis does not accept any responsibility for the accuracy of the information provided.

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