BMW R 65 (1978-79)
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| Make: | BMW |
| Model: | R 65 |
| Years: | 1978-79 |
| Engine: | Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, pushrod operated 2 valves per cylinder |
| Capacity: | 649.6 cc / 39.6 cu-in |
| Bore x Stroke: | 82 x 61.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio: | 9.2:1 |
| Cooling System: | Air cooled |
| Induction: | 2 x Bing constant depression carburetors |
| Ignition: | Bosch contact free electronic ignition |
| Starting: | Electric |
| Max Power: | 45 hp / 32.8 kw @ 7250 rpm |
| Max Torque: | 45 Nm / 4.6 kgf-m / 33.2 lb-ft @ 6000 rpm |
| Transmission: | 5 Speed |
| Final Drive: | Shaft |
| Front Suspension: | Telescopic hydraulic forks |
| Front Wheel Travel: | 175 mm / 6.9 in |
| Rear Suspension: | Long swinging arm with adjustable strut |
| Rear Wheel Travel: | 110 mm / 4.3 in |
| Front Brakes: | Single disc |
| Rear Brakes: | Drum |
| Front Tyre: | 3.25 -18 |
| Rear Tyre: | 4.00 -18 |
| Wet Weight: | 210 kg / 463 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity: | 22 Litres / 5.8 US gal |
| Road Test: | BMW R65 1979 R65 vs CX500 |