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BMW R35 350cc OHV 1938

BMW R35 350cc OHV Single 1937-1940

The R35 was introduced in 1937, using an engine derived from the 400cc R4 with a reduced capacity of 350cc. The chassis retained the pressed steel frame components and the suspension was upgraded with modern telescopic forks, but without the hydraulical damping which featured on the twins. The new machine proved enormously successful.

Production Years: 1937-1940
Capacity: 342cc 72mm x 84mm
Engine: four-stroke OHV, types M69 and 235
Cylinders: 1
Power: 14hp
Weight: 155kg
Number Built: 15,386