BMW 500 & 600cc Twins Motorcycle (1955-1969) Service Repair Manual Description Clymer motorcycle repair manuals are written specifically for the do-it-yourself enthusiast. From basic maintenance to troubleshooting to complete overhaul Clymer manuals provide the information you need. The most important tool in your tool box may be your Clymer manual get one today.Every Clymer manual contains hundreds of original photographs and illustrations developed from a complete disassembly and assembly of a motorcycle. This in addition to extensive research allows Clymer to achieve an unmatched level of detail accuracy and clarity.The step-by-step instructions and two-column text with large print are user-friendly. Bold figure numbers make it easy to quickly match instructions with illustrations and photos. Thumb-tabbed chapters numbered table of contents and an extensive index make it possible to locate the desired section quickly. Contents 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 Ma...