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BMW R65GS

BMW R65GS

The 1987 BMW R65GS is a stylish and Offroad motorcycle with Air cooled, 649cc, Boxer, OHV and 47.59 HP (35 kW) @ 7250 rpm.

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Model year
1987
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Type
Offroad
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Make
BMW
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Engine Power
47.59 HP (35 kW) @ 7250 rpm
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Top Speed
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Technical Specifications

Engine and transmission

  • Engine type:
    2 cylinders, 4-stroke, Boxer
  • Displacement:
    649 cc (39.65 cubic inches)
  • Bore × stroke:
    3.23 inch × 2.42 inch (oversquare - shortstroke)
  • Cooling system:
    Air cooled
  • Power:
    47.59 HP (35 kW) @ 7250 rpm
  • Torque:
    48 Nm (35.4 lb-ft) @ 3500 rpm
  • Throttle:
    Cable operated
  • Valve train:
    OHV, variable
  • Valves per cylinder:
    2
  • Sparks per cylinder:
    1
  • Fuel supply system:
    Carburetor
  • Funnel diameter:
    1.26 inch
  • Compression:
    8.7:1
  • Engine mounting:
    Longitudinal
  • Lubrication system:
    Wet sump
  • Gear box:
    Manual 5-speed
  • Clutch:
    Dry, single plate, cable operated
  • Final drive:
    Shaft
  • Spark plug pipe type:
    Bosch, W 7 DC
  • Starter:
    Electric

Dimensions

  • Length:
    87.8 inch
  • Width:
    32.3 inch
  • Height:
    45.3 inch
  • Wheel base:
    57.7 inch
  • Trail:
    4.7 inch
  • Ground clearance:
    8.58 inch
  • Seat height:
    33.9 inch
  • Curb weight:
    436.5 lbs

Chassis and suspension

  • Front
    Suspension:
    Cartridge
    Suspension travel:
    7.87 inch
    Fork angle:
    28°
    Brake:
    Single Disk, Ø11.22 inch
    Tire:
    76 / R21 R 48 H
  • Rear
    Suspension:
    mono shock, Mono arm
    Suspension travel:
    6.69 inch
    Brake:
    Drum, Ø7.87 inch
    Tire:
    102 / R18 R 64 H
  • Frame type:
    steel, Double cradle frame

Other

  • ABS available:
    No
  • Power-to-weight ratio:
    0.18 KW/lbs (5.66 lbs/HP)
  • Fuel capacity:
    5.15 gals
  • Number of riders:
    2 persons
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