BMW R2 motorcycle with BMW radial engine - 1930 ’s - photo photograph

Description

A superb and rare photo of a
BMW R2
single cylinder motorcycle and an aeroplane equipped with a
radial BMW airplane engine.
Shown is the 198cc BMW R2. This was the very first single cylinder motorcycle BMW ever made. It was introduced in 1931, and was also the very first BMW with battery & coil ignition system. Despite its high price it was a big success. It had a top speed of
59 mph
(
95 km/h
) and weighed
242 pounds
(
110 kg
).
Also in the photo an airplane, equipped with another well known BMW product: the radial aircraft engine. A terrific photo that shows BMW’s diversified engineering brilliance as no other image.
It is a very nice extraordinary
non period
photo, extremely rare, that reflects a wonderful era of BMW’s rich history in a wonderful way. This is your rare chance to own this photo, therefore it is printed in a nice large format of ca. 8" x 12" (ca.
20 x 30
cm).
Shipping costs will only be $ 7.00 regardless of how many photos you buy.   For 5 or more photos, shipping is free!
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No copyright expressed or implied. Sold as collectable item only. We are clearing out our archives that we have gathered from various sources.
All items always sent well protected in PVC clear files
and board backed envelopes.
We have photographs that came from professional collections and/or were bought from the original photographer or press studio! They are all of professional and excellent quality.
After many decades of professionally collecting photographs and posters we are clearing out our archives. They make the perfect gift and are perfectly suited for framing. They will look gorgeous unframed and will be a true asset nicely framed with a border. They are a gorgeous and great asset in every home, workshop, workplace, restaurant, bar or club!
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