R69

Model Documentation
- R69 Parts manual (German language) (published 1956) (40.8 MB)
- R69 parts manual (German language) (published 1961) (19.5 MB)
- Drive - Fitting of drive shaft housing cover on the models R50 and R69 (English language) (published 1955) (154.7 KB)
- (Bulletin #104) Suspension - Adjustment of tapered roller bearings on R26, R50, R60, R69 (English language) (published 1956) (811.6 KB)
- (Bulletin #123) General - Oil recommendation for summer 1957 (English language) (published 1957) (221.5 KB)
- (Bulletin #166) Engine - Valve guides (English language) (published 1959) (467.0 KB)
Model Specifications | |
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Drivetrain | |
Displacement | 594cc |
Cylinders | 2 |
Bore x Stroke (mm) | 72 x 73 |
HP @ RPM | 35 @ 6800 |
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 |
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 |
Generator | Noris 60/6/1500 6V 60W |
Capacities & Measurements | |
Weight | 202kg |
Fuel | 17l |
Wheelbase | 1415mm |
Top Speed | 165kph |
Number Produced | 2956 |
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