Rudolf Schleicher-designed R 5, a 500cc sporty model that boasts such features as a double cradle arc-welded frame made of oval tubes, hydraulically dampened telescopic forks, foot-operated gearchange, a new type of engine with two camshafts, hairpin valve springs and quickly detachable and interchangeable wheels. Two Amal carburettors are fitted; the first R5s have an air filter on each carb, later ...
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- 10 Dec 2024