🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: BMW Manual Type: Parts Catalogue / Repair Manual Product Name: BMW Parts Catalogue 1948-1969 TEILEKATALOG Product Description: Teilekatalog. Parts Catalogue. Historische Motorräder von 1948 bis 1969. Classic motorcycles built between 1948 and 1969. Inhalt: Abbildungen der Motorradteile, Erläuterung zum Ordnungsprinzip der Teilenummern. Codes Teilenummer Prinzip: Explanation of the BMW part number sequencing logic is included, vital for understanding part interchangeability and sourcing. Generation Generation Covered: Post-War to Late 1960s Era BMW Motorcycles 👋 Introduction Market Position Target Audience: BMW motorcycle enthusiasts, collectors, restorers, and vintage motorcycle mechanics. Competitive Analysis Value Proposition: Essential reference for accurate part identification and sourcing for a significant era of BMW motorcycle history. Key Features Unique Selling Points: Bilingual content, coverage of iconic post-war BMW motorcycles, detailed exploded diagrams, explanation of part numbering logic. Diagram Quality: Clear, precise line drawings essential for correct assembly and identification of small parts. Historical Context Post War Recovery: BMW's crucial period of rebuilding and innovation in motorcycle design following World War II. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Vehicle Types: Motorcycles Model List: R 24, R 25, R 25/2, R 25/3, R 26, R 27, R 51/2, R 51/3, R 67, R 67/2, R 67/3, R 68, R 50, R 50/2, R 50 S, R 60, R 60/2, R 69, R 69 S Model Years: 1948-1969 Geographic Applicability: Primarily European market models, but applicable globally for parts identification. Language Languages: Bilingual (German/English) Format Format Type: Print 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Major Systems: Engine, Transmission, Chassis, Electrical System, Bodywork, Fuel System, Braking System, Suspension, Wheels and Tires, Accessories Specific Models Covered In Detail: All listed R-series models from 1948-1969, including singles and twins. Suspension Details: Front forks (telescopic or Earles type) and rear swingarm suspension components. Electrical Components: Ignition system parts, lighting components, wiring harnesses, generators/alternators, batteries. Fuel System Details: Fuel tanks, petcocks, fuel lines, and carburetor components. Procedures Included Content Types: Parts identification, assembly diagrams, exploded views, part number listings, cross-references, explanation of part numbering system Assembly Context: Provides context for correct part assembly order and relationships for any repair or restoration. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive parts identification and sourcing for restoration and maintenance. Repair Focus: Primarily focused on part identification and interchangeability for maintenance and repair, rather than step-by-step repair procedures which would be found in a separate service manual. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Format: Printed Book Print Quality Quality: High-quality reproductions of original diagrams and text. Binding Type Binding: Likely Perfect Bound or Spiral Bound for ease of use. Paper Type Paper: Durable paper suitable for workshop environments. Content Layout Diagrams: Detailed exploded diagrams illustrating the precise assembly and relationship of all components. Indexing: Likely includes an index by part name or assembly group for easy reference. Part Number Format: Standard BMW part numbering convention, which is explained in detail. ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type Range: Air-cooled, horizontally opposed twin-cylinder (Boxer) engines. Engine Details By Model R24: 247cc, OHV R25/3: 247cc, OHV, 13-15 hp R51/3: 494cc, OHV, 24 hp R60: 594cc, OHV, 28 hp R69S: 594cc, OHV, 42 hp, 9.5:1 Compression Ratio R50: 494cc, OHV, 26 hp R60/2: 594cc, OHV, 30 hp R69: 594cc, OHV, 35 hp R25: 247cc, OHV, 12-13 hp R51/2: 494cc, OHV, 22 hp R67: 594cc, OHV, 26 hp R67/2: 594cc, OHV, 28 hp R67/3: 594cc, OHV, 30 hp R68: 594cc, OHV, 35 hp R50/2: 494cc, OHV, 28 hp R50 S: 494cc, OHV, 35 hp, 9.5:1 Compression Ratio R69 S: 594cc, OHV, 42 hp, 9.5:1 Compression Ratio Performance Horsepower Range: Approximately 12 hp (R24) to 42 hp (R69S) Torque Figures: Torque figures vary by model but are generally in the range of 40-60 Nm for the larger twin-cylinder engines. Fuel System Carburetor Types: Likely Bing or Dell'Orto carburetors, with specific models varying by motorcycle. 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: 4-speed manual transmission (shaft drive) Optional Options: Not applicable for this era; shaft drive was standard for most models. Features Drive System: Shaft Drive (Kardan) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Model Variations: Dimensions vary significantly across the listed models (e.g., R24 single vs. R69S twin). Wheelbase Range: Varies by model, generally around 1400-1450 mm. Weights Dry Weight Range: Approximately 130 kg (R24) to 200 kg (R69S). 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Historical Context: Modern safety ratings (e.g., NCAP) are not applicable to these vintage vehicles. Safety features were basic by today's standards. Active Features Braking System: Drum brakes (front and rear) on most models. Some later models might feature larger drums. Passive Features Frame Construction: Steel tube frame. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Features: N/A - These motorcycles predate modern infotainment systems. Driver Assistance Features: N/A - No electronic driver assistance systems. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals General Recommendations: Annual service recommended, including oil changes, lubrication, brake checks, and engine tune-ups. Specific intervals would be in accompanying service manuals. Valve Adjustment: Typically every 5,000...
Teilekatalog. Parts Catalogue. Historische Motorräder von 1948 bis 1969. Classic motorcycles built between 1948 and 1969. Inhalt: Abbildungen der Motorradteile, Erläuterung zum Ordnungsprinzip der Teilenummern.
Codes
Teilenummer Prinzip:
Explanation of the BMW part number sequencing logic is included, vital for understanding part interchangeability and sourcing.
Generation
Generation Covered:
Post-War to Late 1960s Era BMW Motorcycles
👋 Introduction
Market Position
Target Audience:
BMW motorcycle enthusiasts, collectors, restorers, and vintage motorcycle mechanics.
Competitive Analysis
Value Proposition:
Essential reference for accurate part identification and sourcing for a significant era of BMW motorcycle history.
Key Features
Unique Selling Points:
Bilingual content, coverage of iconic post-war BMW motorcycles, detailed exploded diagrams, explanation of part numbering logic.
Diagram Quality:
Clear, precise line drawings essential for correct assembly and identification of small parts.
Historical Context
Post War Recovery:
BMW's crucial period of rebuilding and innovation in motorcycle design following World War II.
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Vehicle Types:
Motorcycles
Model List:
R 24, R 25, R 25/2, R 25/3, R 26, R 27, R 51/2, R 51/3, R 67, R 67/2, R 67/3, R 68, R 50, R 50/2, R 50 S, R 60, R 60/2, R 69, R 69 S
Model Years:
1948-1969
Geographic Applicability:
Primarily European market models, but applicable globally for parts identification.
All listed R-series models from 1948-1969, including singles and twins.
Suspension Details:
Front forks (telescopic or Earles type) and rear swingarm suspension components.
Electrical Components:
Ignition system parts, lighting components, wiring harnesses, generators/alternators, batteries.
Fuel System Details:
Fuel tanks, petcocks, fuel lines, and carburetor components.
Procedures Included
Content Types:
Parts identification, assembly diagrams, exploded views, part number listings, cross-references, explanation of part numbering system
Assembly Context:
Provides context for correct part assembly order and relationships for any repair or restoration.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive parts identification and sourcing for restoration and maintenance.
Repair Focus:
Primarily focused on part identification and interchangeability for maintenance and repair, rather than step-by-step repair procedures which would be found in a separate service manual.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
Format:
Printed Book
Print Quality
Quality:
High-quality reproductions of original diagrams and text.
Binding Type
Binding:
Likely Perfect Bound or Spiral Bound for ease of use.
Paper Type
Paper:
Durable paper suitable for workshop environments.
Content Layout
Diagrams:
Detailed exploded diagrams illustrating the precise assembly and relationship of all components.
Indexing:
Likely includes an index by part name or assembly group for easy reference.
Part Number Format:
Standard BMW part numbering convention, which is explained in detail.
Torque figures vary by model but are generally in the range of 40-60 Nm for the larger twin-cylinder engines.
Fuel System
Carburetor Types:
Likely Bing or Dell'Orto carburetors, with specific models varying by motorcycle.
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Type:
4-speed manual transmission (shaft drive)
Optional
Options:
Not applicable for this era; shaft drive was standard for most models.
Features
Drive System:
Shaft Drive (Kardan)
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Model Variations:
Dimensions vary significantly across the listed models (e.g., R24 single vs. R69S twin).
Wheelbase Range:
Varies by model, generally around 1400-1450 mm.
Weights
Dry Weight Range:
Approximately 130 kg (R24) to 200 kg (R69S).
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Historical Context:
Modern safety ratings (e.g., NCAP) are not applicable to these vintage vehicles. Safety features were basic by today's standards.
Active Features
Braking System:
Drum brakes (front and rear) on most models. Some later models might feature larger drums.
Passive Features
Frame Construction:
Steel tube frame.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Features:
N/A - These motorcycles predate modern infotainment systems.
Driver Assistance
Features:
N/A - No electronic driver assistance systems.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
General Recommendations:
Annual service recommended, including oil changes, lubrication, brake checks, and engine tune-ups. Specific intervals would be in accompanying service manuals.
Valve Adjustment:
Typically every 5,000 - 10,000 km, depending on model and usage.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil:
Typically SAE 20W/50 or SAE 30 mineral oil. Specific grade recommended by BMW for each model and operating temperature.
Gearbox Oil:
Likely SAE 90 or SAE 80W/90 hypoid gear oil.
Final Drive Oil:
Likely SAE 90 or SAE 80W/90 hypoid gear oil.
Brake Fluid:
N/A (Drum brakes typically do not use hydraulic fluid, but caliper seals would be relevant if any hydraulic actuation was present on later models within the range).
Potential for frame fatigue or damage over time, requiring inspection.
Parts Availability
Restoration Support:
This catalog is crucial for sourcing original or reproduction parts for these models.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Legacy:
BMW's post-war motorcycle production, rebuilding its reputation after WWII. Continuation of the boxer engine tradition.
Model Evolution
Key Developments:
Transition from single-cylinder models to more powerful twin-cylinder boxers, introduction of Earles forks, telescopic forks, and performance enhancements (S models).
Engine Updates:
Evolution from the single-cylinder R2x series to the iconic boxer twins, increasing power, displacement, and refinement.
Production
Era Significance:
This period covers BMW's resurgence in the motorcycle market, establishing many of the iconic design elements and engineering principles still seen today.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Historical Impact:
Models like the R69S were considered benchmark sport-touring motorcycles of their era, winning critical acclaim.
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