Technical specifications
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| Model: |
CB 450 |
| Years: |
1971-72 |
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Engine:
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Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 2 valves per cylinder
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Capacity:
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445 cc / 27.1 cu-in
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Bore x Stroke:
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70 x 57.8 mm
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Cooling System:
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Air cooled
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Compression Ratio:
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9.0:1
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Induction:
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2x 32mm Keihin carburetors
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Ignition:
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Coil with auto-advance, twin contact breaker
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Starting:
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Kick
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Max Power:
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45 hp / 32.8 kW @ 9000 rpm
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Max Torque:
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37.4 Nm / 27.6 lb-ft @ 7000 rpm
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Transmission:
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5 Speed
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Final Drive:
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Chain
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Frame:
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Tubular semi-duplex cradle with single front down-tube
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Front Suspension:
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Telescopic forks with two-way damping.
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Rear Suspension:
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Swing arm, shock absorbers with adjustable preload
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Front Brakes:
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Single disc
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Rear Brakes:
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Drum
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Front Tyre:
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3.25-19
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Rear Tyre:
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3.50-18
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Wheelbase:
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1300 mm / 53 in
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Dry Weight:
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187 kg / 412 lbs
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Wet Weight:
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204.0 kg / 449.7 lbs
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Fuel Capacity:
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14 Litres / 3.7 US gal
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Road Test:
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Cycle World 1970
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