1979 BMW R 65

BMW R 65
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BMW R 65
BMW R 65
BMW R 65
BMW R 65
BMW R 65
BMW R 65
BMW R 65
BMW R 65
BMW R 65
BMW R 65

General motorcycle information

Model
BMW R 65
Year
1979
Category
Naked bike
Rating
  3.6 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
39.60 cubic inches (649.0 ccm)
Engine type
Two cylinder boxer, 4 stroke
Power
45.0 horsepowers (33.6 kiloWatts) at 7250 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
9.2:1
Bore x stroke
5.00 x 3.75 inches (82.0 x 61.5 mm)
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel system
-
Fuel control
Overhead Valves (OHV)
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Shaft drive (cardan)
Starter
-
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
177.0 kmh (110.0 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.25-18
Rear tyre
4.00-18
Front brake
Single disc
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
-
Wet weight
463.0 pounds (210.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
-
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
5.81 gallons (22.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

Further motorcycle information

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