Built to the same exemplary standards as the Bavarian company’’ famous flat-twins, the single-cylinder BMW first appeared in pre-war days. Indeed, BMW’s first new post-war model was a single-cylinder design – the 250cc R24 – which arrived in 1948.
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- Displacement: 247 cc
- Cylinder: 1
- Engine type: 4-stroke / ohv
- Bore / Stroke: 68 x 68 mm
- Power: 15hp @ 6400 rpm
- Compression Ratio: 1 : 7.5
- Weight: 158 kg
- Top Speed: 128 km/h
- Production years: 1955 – 1960
- Units: 30.236
By 1956, BMW’s quarter-liter luxury lightweight had evolved into the R26 that boasted a more powerful (15ps) engine, Earles-type leading-link front fork and a larger fuel tank among numerous improvements.
Considerably more expensive than home-grown 250s, the R26 was appealing to mature, discerning riders for whom quality of construction counted more than mere outright performance. This R26 bears its first paint and is a good runner.
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The R26 still has the original type-plate and has been fitted with a sportier front fender. There are complete vehicle registration documents from Germany. The motorcycle runs powerfully and reliably.
