BMW R 45 (1978-79)
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| Make: | BMW |
| Model: | R 45 |
| Years: | 1978-79 |
| Engine: | Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, pushrod operated 2 valves per cylinder. |
| Capacity: | 453 cc / 27.6 cu in. |
| Bore x Stroke: | 70 x 61.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio: | 9.2:1 |
| Cooling System: | Air cooled |
| Induction: | 2 x Bing V65 carburetors |
| Ignition: | Bosch contact free electronic ignition |
| Starting: | Kick |
| Max Power: | 20 kW / 27 hp @ 7250 rpm |
| Max Torque: | 37.5 Nm / 3.82 kgf-m / 27.65 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
| Transmission: | 5 Speed |
| Final Drive: | Shaft |
| Front Suspension: | Telescopic hydraulic forks |
| Front Wheel Travel: | 175 mm / 6.9" |
| Rear Suspension: | Long swinging arm with adjustable strut |
| Rear Wheel Travel: | 110 mm / 4.3" |
| Front Brakes: | 2 x 260mm Disc, 2 piston caliper. |
| Rear Brakes: | Single 200mm drum |
| Front Tyre: | 1.85 - B18 |
| Rear Tyre: | 2.50 - B18 |
| Dry Weight: | 185 kg / 408 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity: | 22 Litres / 5.8 US gal |