BMW R69S

BMW R69S
BMW R69S with Earles fork
ManufacturerBMW
AssemblyMunich, Germany
Predecessor1955-69
Engine594 cc boxer twin
Bore / stroke72 mm × 73 mm
Compression ratio9.5:1
Top speed165 km/h
Power35-42 hp
Ignition typeMagneto
Frame typeDouble loop steel tubular
SuspensionEarles fork with suspension units and oil pressure shock absorbers
BrakesDrum brake 200 mm (7.9 in) diameter
Tires3.5 × 18 S
DimensionsL: 2125 mm
W: 722 mm
H: 980 mm
Weight202 kg (wet)
Fuel capacity17 L
Fuel consumption5.3 liters/100 km
The BMW R69s with Earles fork
Red BMW R69US parked on a gravel/concrete surface
BMW R69US
Closeup picture of the right-side cylinder of a BMW engine
The R69S and R69 have valve covers with two fins
Black placard mounted on a light blue fuel tank, which reads "This motorcycle is built in compliance with US safety standards applicable at the time of manufacture BAYERISCHEN MOTOREN WERKE AG Munich / Germany"
Decal required by DOT on all 1969 BMW motorcycles sold in the U. S.

The R69S, R69US, and R69 are motorcycles, fitted with 594 cc boxer twin engines, that were manufactured by BMW in Munich, Germany.