Segment: Clasic
Production years: 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960
The first two motorcycles that featured a full-swing chassis were the R 50 and R 69, released by BMW in 1955. In 1956, in the 600cc series, BMW introduced the R 60, a touring motorcycle that rounded the BMW range and replaced the R 67 sidecar model.
Compared to its predecessor, the engine remained with the same characteristics and provided sufficient power and torque to be used in a sidecar combination. The key innovation of the R 60 model was the full-swing chassis, which instead of the plunger telescopic suspension, the model used a long swingarm that guided the wheel on the rear and on the front featured a slidable swingarm.
An important thing that helped BMW survive in the 1950s and 1960s was the popularity of the R 60 used in a sidecar combination by police forces around the world, so selling to the authorities became an important pillar for BMW in the motorcycle business.
The 1956 BMW R 60 model featured a 594cc flat-twin engine that developed a power output of 28 hp with a peak at 5,600 rpm. With a curb weight of 195 kg (430 lbs), the bike reached a top speed of 145 kph (89 mph).
The model came with standard features such as a single seat, a large headlamp, wire-spoked wheels, large fenders, and a dual exhaust system.
engine specs | Type: | air-cooled, four-stroke, boxer twin cylinder, 2 valves per cylinder | Displacement: | 594 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 2.8x2.9 in OR 71 mm | Compression Ratio: | 6.5:1 | Horsepower: | 28/5600 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 0/- lb-ft/RPM OR 0 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | 2xBing carburetors |
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transmission specs | Gearbox: | 4-speed, manual | Clutch: | dry, single plate | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | shaft |
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chassis specs | Frame: | steel | Front Suspension: | telescopic fork | Rear Suspension: | plunger shocks | Front Brake: | 200mm drum | Rear Brake: | 200mm drum |
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dimension specs | Overall Length: | - | Overall Width: | - | Seat Height: | - | Wheelbase: | - | Ground Clearance: | - | Weight: | 430 lbs OR 195 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 4.5 gallons OR 17.0 L |
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tyres specs | Front: | 3.50 - S18 | Rear: | 3.50 - S18 |
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