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R50/2 / R50US
Model Documentation
- Owners handbook /2 1960 (Multiple language) (published 1960) (24.5 MB)
- Owners handbook /2 1960 (German language) (published 1960) (9.7 MB)
- Owners handbook /2 1961 (German language) (published 1961) (10.0 MB)
- Owners handbook /2 1962 (Multiple language) (published 1962) (20.4 MB)
- Owners handbook /2 1963 (Multiple language) (published 1963) (21.3 MB)
- Owners handbook /2 1964 (Multiple language) (published 1964) (21.5 MB)
- Parts List /2 1961 (German language) (published 1961) (25.4 MB)
- R50 parts manual (English language) (published 1961) (24.7 MB)
- Parts List /2 1963 (German language) (published 1963) (28.0 MB)
- Parts List /2 1965 (German language) (published 1965) (27.8 MB)
- Parts List /2 1972 (Multiple language) (published 1972) (57.3 MB)
- (Bulletin #198) Engine - Various innovations on singles and twins (English language) (published 1963) (690.6 KB)
- (Bulletin #208) Engine - Centrifugal advance unit of two-cylinder models (English language) (published 1964) (91.0 KB)
- (Bulletin #212) Suspension - Lubrication of the front wheel-swinging arm bearing (English language) (published 1964) (219.7 KB)
- (Bulletin #213) Frame - Special Equipment sidestand on two-cylinder models (English language) (published 1964) (91.2 KB)
- (Bulletin #214) Engine - Strange engine and transmission noises (English language) (published 1964) (455.4 KB)
- (Bulletin #216) Engine - Improved sealing between engine and cylinder flange (English language) (published 1965) (101.1 KB)
- (Bulletin #217) Engine - Cover plate for front crankshaft main bearing (English language) (published 1965) (118.0 KB)
- (Bulletin #219) Suspension - Solo-type suspension units on the two-cylinder models (English language) (published 1965) (210.3 KB)
- (Bulletin #223) Engine - Rocker push rod (English language) (published 1965) (126.9 KB)
- (Bulletin #238) Engine - Crankshaft bearing (English language) (published 1966) (73.6 KB)
- (Bulletin #246) Engine - New breather (English language) (published 1967) (93.5 KB)
- (Bulletin #250) Engine - Tachometer (rev.- counter) (English language) (published 1967) (385.9 KB)
- (Bulletin #257) Engine - Air filter and carburetors supplement 1 (English language) (published 1967) (321.9 KB)
- (Bulletin #260) Transmission - Floating bushings for first and fourth speed gears (English language) (published 1967) (53.1 KB)
- (Bulletin #261) Wheels - Road behaviour of twin cylinder models (English language) (published 1967) (52.0 KB)
- (Bulletin #264) Engine - Wet air filter in engine housing (English language) (published 1967) (53.4 KB)
- (Bulletin #243) Wheels - Admission of tyres (English language) (published 1968) (50.8 KB)
- (Bulletin #257) Engine - Air filter and carburetor supplement 2 (English language) (published 1968) (65.4 KB)
- (Bulletin #268) Transmission - Facilitation of gear shifting on models R50, R60, R69S (English language) (published 1968) (497.7 KB)
- (Bulletin #269) Engine - Cylinder head (English language) (published 1969) (298.1 KB)
- (Bulletin #275) Transmission - Detent of speed gears (English language) (published 1970) (221.2 KB)
- Sales Brochure 1961 (English language) (published 1960) (3.5 MB)
- 1961 R50 Catalog (English language) (published 1961) (1.8 MB)
- Sales Brochure 1963 (English language) (published 1962) (1.5 MB)
- Sales Brochure 1962 (English language) (published 1962) (1.1 MB)
- Sales Brochure (English language) (published 1963) (1.4 MB)
- Sales Brochure 1964 (English language) (published 1963) (1.9 MB)
- BMW R50/2, R60/2, R69S and US Fork Models Catalog (English language) (published 1968) (1.3 MB)
- BMW R50/2, R60/2, R69S and US Fork Models Catalog #2 (English language) (published 1968) (1.6 MB)
- Price List 1964 (English language) (published 1964) (135.2 KB)
- BMW R27, R50/2, R60/2. R69S Motorcycle & Accessory Price List (published 1966) (143.0 KB)
- Price List 1966 (English language) (published 1966) (1.4 MB)
- Price List 1966 (German language) (published 1966) (616.2 KB)
- BMW R27, R50/2, R60/2, R69S Price List (English language) (published 1967) (122.4 KB)
Model Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain | |
| Displacement | 494cc |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Bore x Stroke (mm) | 68 x 68 |
| HP @ RPM | 26 @ 5800 |
| Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 |
| Valves | OHV, 2 per cylinder |
| Clutch | Dry, single plate, cable operated |
| Transmission | 4 speed, foot shifted |
| Final Drive | Driveshaft |
| Running Gear | |
| Frame | Tubular steel double cradle |
| Front Suspension | Earles type swingarm fork (R50/2); Hydraulically damped telescopic fork (R50US) |
| Rear Suspension | Twin shock swingarm |
| Front Brakes | 200mm drum, dual leading shoe |
| Rear Brakes | 200mm drum, single leading shoe |
| Electrical | |
| Ignition | Magneto |
| Spark Plugs | Bosch W240T1 (W240T2 for LK heads 1967-69) |
| Generator | Bosch LJ/CGE 60/6/1700 6V 60W |
| Capacities & Measurements | |
| Weight | 195kg |
| Fuel | 17l |
| Wheelbase | 1415mm (1427mm US configuration) |
| Top Speed | 140kph |
| Number Produced | 19036 |
R50US models produced 1967-69 and serial numbers not distinguished.
Chassis number registry document: r50_model_dates.pdf
The information provided here was obtained from a variety
of public sources and may not reflect official BMW archival data.
Please contact the BMW Archives for official data
regarding models.