BMW Prices & Specifications
1996 BMW R850 R
| Engine | ||||||
| Type | Air cooled/Oil cooled twin cylinder | |||||
| Bore x stroke | 87.8 mm x 70.5 mm | |||||
| Displacement | 848 cc | |||||
| Horsepower | 70 Bhp @ 7000 rpm | |||||
| Torque | 57 lb.-ft. @ 5500 rpm | |||||
| Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | |||||
| Valve Gear | HC, chain-driven | |||||
| Valves | 2 x 32 mm intake / 2 x 27 mm exhaust | |||||
| Valve Timing Measured at 3 mm valve clearance |
intake opens 10 degrees after TDC
intake closes 36 degrees after BDC exhaust opens 35 degrees before BDC exhaust closes 3 degrees before TDC |
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| Valves per cylinder | Four | |||||
| Camshafts | 300 degrees | |||||
| Engine Oil Capacity | 4 quarts of SF, SG motor oil, also w/CC or CD | |||||
| Engine Oil Filter | spin-on Micronic filter cartridge | |||||
| Carburetion | fuel injection and electronic ignition MA 2.2 | |||||
| Ignition | controlled by Bosch Motronic | |||||
| Fuel Demand | unleaded, middle-grade premium, 89 (AKI) | |||||
| Fuel Tank | steel tank with enclosed fuel pump and filter | |||||
| Fuel Capacity | 5.5 US gallons including 1 gal. reserve | |||||
| Air Filter | Paper-type element | |||||
| Charging system | 14 V, 50 Amp Alternator (700W) | |||||
| Battery | BMW Mareg, 19.5 Amp/h low maintenance | |||||
| Cooling System | Combined air/oil cooled | |||||
| Drivetrain | ||||||
| Primary drive | Helical-cut gears with tensioner | |||||
| Clutch | 180 mm dry, single plate with diaphram spring | |||||
| Gear Ratios |
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| Drive System | enclosed driveshaft with two universal joints and integral torsional damper | |||||
| Final Drive | spiral bevel gears, 3.36:1 ratio (37/11) | |||||
| Frame and Suspension | ||||||
| Frame | New 3-section frame concept | |||||
| Front Suspension | Telelever with central spring strut. Linear-rate coil spring. Twin-tube gas-filled. | |||||
| Travel / Dimensions | 4.68 inches total travel | |||||
| Rear Suspension | Patented BMW Paralever swingarm and shaft drive, single shock with variable rebound damping | |||||
| Travel / Dimensions | 5.27 inches total travel, 7-position preload | |||||
| Brakes | ||||||
| ABS model comes with BMW / FAG anti-lock brake system ABS II | ||||||
| Front Brakes | two 4-piston calipers, wear compensation | |||||
| Front Rotors | dual 12.0 inch floating rotors | |||||
| Actuation method | hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type | |||||
| Rear Brake | one 4-piston caliper, floating mount | |||||
| Rear Rotor | single 10.9 inch diameter fixed rotor | |||||
| Actuation method | hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type | |||||
| Wheels and Tyres | ||||||
| Front Wheel | 3.50 x 17 MT-H2, cast alloy, 3-spoke U-profile | |||||
| Rear Wheel | 4.50 x 18 MT-H2, cast alloy, 3-spoke U-profile | |||||
| Front Tyre | 120/70 -- ZR 17 tubeless | |||||
| Rear Tyre | 160/60 -- ZR 18 tubeless | |||||
| Dimensions | ||||||
| Overall Length | 85.68 inches (2197 mm) | |||||
| Overall Width | 35.02 inches (898 mm) (over mirrors) | |||||
| Wheelbase | 57.99 inches (1487 mm) (unladen) | |||||
| Ground Clearance | 5.38 inches (138 mm) (unladen) | |||||
| Seat Height | 29.9 / 30.7 / 31.5 inches (760 / 780 / 800 mm) | |||||
| Handlebar Width | 29.68 inches (761 mm) (with weights) | |||||
| Steering Angle | 64 degrees | |||||
| Front Wheel Trail | 4.68 inches (120 mm) (unladen) | |||||
| Weight -- Dry | 482 lbs. | |||||
| Weight -- Wet | 517 lbs. | |||||
| Maximum Load | 990 lbs. gross vehicle weight rating | |||||
| Wheel load limits | Front= 396 lbs. Rear= 660 lbs. |
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| Available Colors | ||||||
| Mystic Red Metallic #689 Ascot Green Metallic #714 Seat Color: Black |
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| Standard Equipment | ||||||
| Adjustable seat height (3 positions) | Single key lock system for ignition, steering, fuel cap, and seat storage compartment locks | |||||
| Integrated ignition and steering lock | High mounted stainless steel muffler | |||||
| Catalytic converter | Power acessory socket | |||||
| Hazard warning flashers | Ajustable front break lever | |||||