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The original Haynes Repair Manual - Based on a complete stripdown and rebuild of a vehicle

BMW R50S (1955 - 1969) Clymer

  • Print edition only!
  • What's Included

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    Fault Finder - Diagnose 400+ problems
    Take on bigger jobs with Haynes’ help
    Wiring diagrams for key vehicle systems
    700+ pictures & diagrams of your vehicle
    Suitable for novice and pro mechanics
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£34.00 £27.00
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This vintage BMW motorcycle manual is 160 pages.

QUICK REFERENCE DATA

CHAPTER ONE / GENERAL INFORMATION
Models / Manual organization / Service hints / Tools / Expendable supplies / Safety hints / Specifications

CHAPTER TWO / TROUBLESHOOTING
Operating requirements / Starting difficulties / Poor idling / Misfiring / Flat spots / Power loss / Overheating / Engine noises / Piston seizure / Excessive vibration / Clutch slip or drag / Transmission / Poor handling / Brake problems / Electrical problems / Troubleshooting guide / Specifications

CHAPTER THREE / PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND TUNE-UP
Maintenance intervals / Tools and parts / Servicing / Oil and filter / Tune-up / Head bolt torque and valve adjustment / Spark plugs / Breaker points / Ignition timing / Air cleaner / Fuel delivery / Float level / Carburetor / Clutch / Battery / Front forks / Final drive / Drive shaft / Specifications

CHAPTER FOUR / ENGINE
Removal / Installation / Camshaft and timing gears / Cylinder head / Piston and cylinder / Crankshaft and connecting rods / Clutch and flywheel / Oil pump / Specifications

CHAPTER FIVE / TRANSMISSION
Removal / Inspection / Installation / Specifications

CHAPTER SIX / FUEL SYSTEM
Carburetors / Fuel tank and fuel valve

CHAPTER SEVEN / IGNITION AND CHARGING SYSTEM
Ignition / Charging system / Charging system (optional alternator) / Battery / Specifications

CHAPTER EIGHT / FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Earles type leading link front suspension / Telescopic front suspension / Specifications

CHAPTER NINE / REAR SUSPENSION
Disassembly / Inspection / Reassembly / Specifications

CHAPTER TEN / FINAL DRIVE
Disassembly / Inspection / Reassembly / Specifications

CHAPTER ELEVEN / WHEELS AND BRAKES
Wheel removal / Bearings / Spoke replacement and adjustment / Wheel balancing / Drum brakes / Specifications

CHAPTER TWELVE / FRAME
Stripping the frame / Reassembly / Specifications

CHAPTER THIRTEEN / LIGHTING, WIRING, AND INSTRUMENTS
Headlight / Tail/stoplight / Turn signals / Flasher relay / Ignition switch / Switches / Horn / Front brake light switch / Rear brake light switch / Neutral switch / Indicator lights / Instruments / Wiring harness / Specifications

CHAPTER FOURTEEN / RESTORATION
Original paint restoration / Repainting / Upholstery / Chromed parts / Rubber or vinyl parts / Performance / Specifications

APPENDIX / SPECIFICATIONS
R50 US / R60 US / R69 US

INDEX

Clymer Manuals BMW R50 Manual
Clymer Manuals BMW R50/2 Manual
Clymer Manuals BMW R50S Manual
Clymer Manuals BMW R50US Manual
Clymer Manuals BMW R60 Manual
Clymer Manuals BMW R60/2 Manual
Clymer Manuals BMW R60US Manual
Clymer Manuals BMW R69 Manual
Clymer Manuals BMW R69S Manual
Clymer Manuals BMW R69US Manual

BMW R50 (1955-1960)
BMW R50/2 (1960-1969)
BMW R50S (1960-1962)
BMW R50US (1967-1969)
BMW R60 (1956-1960)
BMW R60/2 (1960-1969)
BMW R60US (1967-1969)
BMW R69 (1955-1960)
BMW R69S (1960-1969)
BMW R69US (1967-1969)

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