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BMW R1 Prototype

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R1 Project 1989-1992

The R1-reserchteam: Georg Emmersberger (Desmodromics), Heinz Hege and Ralf Lewien designed this BMW R1 Prototyp, that unfortunately never will come in production.

Technical specifications:

Performance: 135 -140 Hp (100 - 103 kW). max rpm 11.000

Engine: 4-stroke two-cylinder boxerengine, liquid cooled.

Four valves per cil. ; DOHC DESMODROMIC VG

Bore-stroke: 98 x 66 mm. 996 ccm.

Bosch Fuelinjection; electronic ignition, 6 gear, cardan.

Dry weight 165 kg.

From the R1 till 1992 only 4 prototypes were made.

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