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If you ask me, there’s something seriously enchanting about the design elements of Beemers produced during the ‘60s. In fact, it’s not far-fetched to say these marvels are among the sexiest vintage motorcycles in existence, and they’ll never fail to capture gearheads’ full attention at online auctions.
For instance, this article’s photo gallery features a numbers-matching 1966 BMW R60/2 that’s going on the block as we speak, with a current bid of no less than $17,000. The Bavarian is up for grabs on the BaT (Bring A Trailer) website, and it awaits your bids at no reserve until Saturday, September 11.
Before you head off, we’d say a short examination of the bike’s characteristics is in order. Under prior ownership, the twin-cylinder powerplant has been reconditioned inside out, receiving fresh fluids, ported cylinder heads and refurbished valves. Moreover, a new six-volt battery was also installed for good measure, along with a chrome exhaust system and Continental tires.
Otherwise, this bad boy is a factory-spec R60/2. It comes to life thanks to a four-stroke 594cc boxer-twin fiend, with a compression ratio of 7.5:1, dual Bing carburetors and two valves per cylinder. The mill is connected to a four-speed transmission, which keeps the rear 18-inch wheel in motion via an enclosed driveshaft.
When the tachometer reaches 5,800 revs per minute, the air-cooled engine will go about producing a peak horsepower figure of 30 ponies. Ultimately, this whole ordeal translates to a modest top speed of 90 mph (145 kph). On the other hand, the front wheel is brought to a halt by a duplex drum brake, while the rear unit sports a simplex module with a diameter of 200 mm (7.9 inches).
Suspension duties are taken good care of by Earles forks up front and dual shock absorbers on the opposite end. Last but not least, the ‘66 MY BMW R60/2’s curb weight is rated at 430 pounds (195 kg) and its wheelbase measures 55.7 inches (1,415 mm).
For instance, this article’s photo gallery features a numbers-matching 1966 BMW R60/2 that’s going on the block as we speak, with a current bid of no less than $17,000. The Bavarian is up for grabs on the BaT (Bring A Trailer) website, and it awaits your bids at no reserve until Saturday, September 11.
Before you head off, we’d say a short examination of the bike’s characteristics is in order. Under prior ownership, the twin-cylinder powerplant has been reconditioned inside out, receiving fresh fluids, ported cylinder heads and refurbished valves. Moreover, a new six-volt battery was also installed for good measure, along with a chrome exhaust system and Continental tires.
Otherwise, this bad boy is a factory-spec R60/2. It comes to life thanks to a four-stroke 594cc boxer-twin fiend, with a compression ratio of 7.5:1, dual Bing carburetors and two valves per cylinder. The mill is connected to a four-speed transmission, which keeps the rear 18-inch wheel in motion via an enclosed driveshaft.
When the tachometer reaches 5,800 revs per minute, the air-cooled engine will go about producing a peak horsepower figure of 30 ponies. Ultimately, this whole ordeal translates to a modest top speed of 90 mph (145 kph). On the other hand, the front wheel is brought to a halt by a duplex drum brake, while the rear unit sports a simplex module with a diameter of 200 mm (7.9 inches).
Suspension duties are taken good care of by Earles forks up front and dual shock absorbers on the opposite end. Last but not least, the ‘66 MY BMW R60/2’s curb weight is rated at 430 pounds (195 kg) and its wheelbase measures 55.7 inches (1,415 mm).
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