1968 BSA Rocket 3

BSA Rocket 3
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General motorcycle information

Model
BSA Rocket 3
Year
1968
Category
Sport
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Engine and transmission

Displacement
45.15 cubic inches (740.0 ccm)
Engine type
In-line three, 4 stroke
Power
58.0 horsepowers (43.2 kiloWatts) at 7500 RPM
Torque
44.99 pound-foot/lbf-ft (61.00 Nm / 6.22 kgf-m) at 6900 RPM
Compression
9.5:1
Bore x stroke
4.09 x 4.27 inches (67.0 x 70.0 mm)
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel control
Overhead Valves (OHV)
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
4-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Chain
Starter
Kick
Fuel consumption
6.72 litres/100 km, 14.9 km/l or 35.0 mpg
Top speed
185.0 kmh (115.0 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
4.10-19
Rear tyre
4.10-19
Front brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
454.2 pounds (206.0 kg)
Wet weight
498.2 pounds (226.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
87.3 inches (1430 mm)
Ground clearance
10.9 inches (178 mm)
Fuel capacity
5.02 gallons (19.0 litres)
Oil capacity
0.74 gallons (2.8 litres)

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