Technical specifications
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| Model: |
450 Mark 3 Desmo |
| Years: |
1973 |
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Engine:
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Four stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, bevel gear driven
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Capacity:
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435.7 cc / 26.6 cu in
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Bore x Stroke:
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86 x 75 mm
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Compression Ratio:
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9.3:1
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Cooling System:
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Air cooled
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Induction:
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Dell'Orto VHB 29 AD
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Spark plug:
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Marelli CW260N / Lodge 2HN
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Ignition:
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Points and coil (electronic from 1973)
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Starting:
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Kick
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Battery:
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SAFA 3L3, 13.5 Ah
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Max Power:
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18.4 kW / 25 hp @ 6500 rpm
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Clutch:
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Wet, multiplate
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Transmission:
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5 Speed
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Primary Drive Ratio:
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2.111:1 (27/57)
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Gear Ratios:
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1st 2.46 / 2nd 1.73 / 3rd 1.35 / 4th 1.10 / 5th 0.97:1
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Final Drive Ratio:
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2.666:1
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Final Drive:
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Chain
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Front Suspension:
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35 mm Marzocchi telescopic fork
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Rear Suspension:
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Swingarm, dual Marzocchi shocks, 3-way adjustable
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Front Brakes:
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180mm Drum
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Rear Brakes:
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150mm Drum
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Front Tyre:
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2.75-18
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Rear Tyre:
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3.00-18
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Dimensions:
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Length: 2000 mm / 78.7 in Width: 600 mm / 23.6 in Height: 940 mm / 37.0 in
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Wheelbase:
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1360 mm / 53.5 in
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Seat Height:
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735 mm / 28.9 in
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Dry Weight:
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177 kg / 390 lbs
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Fuel Capacity:
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13 L / 3.4 US gal / 2.9 Imp gal
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Road Test:
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Bike Magazine
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