BMW R 60/6

Make Model	BMW R 60/6
Year	1973 - 76
Engine	Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, pushrod operated 2 valves per cylinder.
Capacity	599 cc / 36.6 cu in.
Bore x Stroke	73.5 x 70.6 mm
Compression Ratio	9.2:1
Cooling System	Air cooled
Induction	2 x Bing slide carburetors
Ignition	Battery ignition
Starting	Electric
Clutch	Dry single plate, with diaphragm spring
Max Power	29.5 kW / 40 hp @ 6400 rpm
Max Torque	49 Nm / 5.0 kgf-m / 36 ft lb @ 5000 rpm
Transmission	4 Speed
Final Drive	Shaft
Gear Ratio	1st 3.896 / 2nd 2.578 / 3rd 1.875 / 4th 1.50:1
Frame	Double loop tubular frame with bolt on rear section
Front Suspension	Telescopic hydraulic forks
Front Wheel Travel	208 mm / 8.2"
Rear Suspension	Long swinging arm with strut
Rear Wheel Travel	125 mm / 4.9"
Front Brakes	∅200mm Drum
Rear Brakes	∅200mm Drum
Front Tyre	3.25 - S19
Rear Tyre	4.00 - S18
Wet-Weight	210 kg / 463 lbs
Fuel Capacity	24 liters / 6.3 US gal

With a design and technical features reminiscent of the Sixties, the R60/6 evokes feelings of nostalgia. Already in 1973, when the R60/6 was introduced, the engine, transmission and front brakes were not the latest technology any more. Nevertheless this BMW stood its ground and its performance has become less relevant. Compared to today's bikes the R60/6, being a lightweight, convinces with excellent handling properties. Enjoy the original feeling of this machine on the uniquely beautiful coastal roads of the Cape . The R60/6 has no funnel yet so that the exhaust sound is infatuating.