BMW R27
Technical data

BMW R27

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R27

Engine Numbers	372 001 – 387 566

Design	Single cylinder with driveshaft

Engine	4-stroke, 2 OHV

Transmission	Four-speed, left foot

Model years	1960–1966

Number manufactured	15,364

Bore	68 mm (2.7 in)

Stroke	68 mm (2.7 in)

Capacity	247 cc

Power	18 hp (13 kW) @ 7400 rpm

Compression ratio	8.2:1

Fuel efficiency	60.3 miles per US gallon (3.90 L/100 km; 72.4 mpg‑imp) DIN 70030

Maximum speed	81 mph (130 km/h) / with side car 56 mph (90 km/h)

Wheelbase	54.3 in (1,379 mm)

Curb weight	357 lb (162 kg)

GVWR	716 lb (325 kg) / with side car 1,058 lb (480 kg)

Tires front & rear	3.25 x 18

Battery	6 volt, 9 Ah.

Tank capacity	3.96 US gallon (15 liter)

Engine oil capacity	2.6 US pint (1.2 liter)

Transmission capacity	650 cc

Rear drive capacity	125 cc

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The 247 cc BMW R27, introduced in 1960, is a shaft-driven, single-cylinder motorcycle manufactured by BMW.

final_sentence: The 247 cc BMW R27, introduced in 1960, is a shaft-driven, single-cylinder motorcycle manufactured by BMW.