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General motorcycle information
Engine and transmission
Displacement
15.07 cubic inches (247.0 ccm)
Engine type
Single cylinder, 4 stroke
Power
10.1 horsepowers (7.5 kiloWatts)
at 5400 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
6.1:1
Bore x stroke
4.15 x 4.15 inches (68.0 x 68.0 mm)
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel control
Overhead Valves (OHV)
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
3-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Shaft drive (cardan)
Starter
Kick
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
95.0 kmh (59.0 mph)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Front tyre
2.99-19
Rear tyre
2.99-19
Front brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Front brakes diameter
9.76 inches (160.0 mm)
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Rear brakes diameter
10.98 inches (180.0 mm)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight
-
Wet weight
297.6 pounds (135.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
81.2 inches (1330 mm)
Overall length
122.0 inches (2000 mm)
Overall width
48.8 inches (800 mm)
Overall height
54.9 inches (900 mm)
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
2.54 gallons (9.6 litres)
Oil capacity
-
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