BMW
R60 Gallery
In September 1969
BMW introduced the 5 series of motorcycles,
a new generation of machines which incorporated
a number of features not found on earlier BMW
models. The 5 series represented a major departure
from the seemingly old-fashioned BMW tradition
of black motorcycles with a reputation for sidecar
hauling and not so impressive top end, machines
now considered "classics" by BMW enthusiasts.
The 5 series embodied BMW's efforts to appeal
to the increasing sport bike market while at
the same time not entirely turn off touring
enthusiasts who had come to depend on the marque
for long distance, reliable, and comfortable
two-wheel travel.
The 5 series
motorcycles were the first BMWs to be manufactured
at BMW's West Berlin factory, a modernised factory
which turned out aircraft engines during World
War II. Production in Munich, where the motorcycles
were previously made, was now focused on BMW's
expanding automobile manufacturing.
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BMW R60/7 |
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Year of Manufacture - 1977
Engine - Twin cylinder horizontally opposed
Boxer 599 cc
Bore/stroke - 73.5 x 70.6
Compression Ratio - 9.2 : 1
Cubic Capacity - 599cc
Max Power - 40 hp (29.5kw) at 6.400 rpm
Engine Lubrication - Wet sump
Unladen Weight, Full Tank - 215 kg
Transmission - 5 speed gearbox. Shaft
drive
Acceleration - 0-100kps/hour – 6.7
seconds
Top speed - 167 km/hr
Number sold - 11,163 |
| 1960 BMW R60 with sidecar |
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BMW offered three models in the 5 series,
the primary variations in the models being
the cylinder displacements. Actual displacement
is 498cc for the R50/5, 599cc for the R60/5,
and 745cc for the R75/5. The R75/5 was the
first machine of that displacement offered
by BMW since the end of World War II. Outwardly
the three models are almost completely identical.
Curb weight according to the 1973 owner's
manual is 412 pounds for the R50/5 and 423
pounds for the R60/5 and R75/5 (less fuel).
On the two larger displacement machines
an electric starter motor is a standard
feature; on the R50/5 it is optional. Concentric
float carburetors are featured on the R50/5
and R60/5. The R75/5 uses constant vacuum
(CV) carburetors with a 32mm choke. Bing
is the manufacturer of both types. |
| 1960 BMW R60 US |
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600cc. |
| 1965 BMW R60/2 |
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| 1966 BMW R-60 |
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600cc |
| 1967 BMW R60/2 |
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1968 BMW R60/2 |
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| 1969 BMW R60/5 |
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- Air cooled, four stroke, two cylinder
horizontally opposed Boxer, pushrod
operated 2 valves per cylinder.
- 210kg
- Drum brakes
- 4 speed
- 40bhp @ 6400rpm
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| 1971 BMW R60/5 |
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| 1972 BMW R60/5 |
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599cc. |
| 1972 BMW R60/5 |
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Produced 1972-73. |
| 1973 BMW R60/6 |
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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. |
| 1974 BMW R60/6 |
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| 1975 BMW R60-6 |
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900cc |
| 1976 BMW R60/7 |
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1976 BMW R60/6, 599cc |
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| 1978 BMW R60-7 |
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| 1978 BMW R60/7 |
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