
BMW R 65 (1978-79) technical specifications

BMW R 65 is produced in 1978-79. Engine is Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, pushrod operated 2 valves per cylinder, displacement 649.6 cc / 39.6 cu-in , produces power 45 hp / 32.8 kw @ 7250 rpm and 45 Nm / 4.6 kgf-m / 33.2 lb-ft @ 6000 rpm. BMW R 65 wet weight is 210 kg / 463 lbs. BMW R 65 has 2 photos.
Technical specifications
+ Add to 'Compare list'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 |
