BMW R65LS
The BMW R65LS was a two cylinder boxer, four-stroke Naked motorcycle produced by BMW between 1982 and 1984. It could reach a top speed of 109 mph (175 km/h). Max torque was 38.36 ft/lbs (52.0 Nm) @ 6500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 48.95 HP (36.5 KW) @ 7250 RPM.
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| BMW R65LS | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Also called | R 65 LS |
| Production | 1982 - 1984 |
| Class | Standard |
| Predecessor | BMW R65 |
| Engine | two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 82.0mm x 61.5mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 109 mph (175 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 48.95 HP (36.5 KW) @ 7250RPM |
| Torque | 38.36 ft/lbs (52.0 Nm) @ 6500RPM |
| Spark Plug | NGK BP7ES `81-85 [1] |
| Battery | YUASA 51814 `81-85 [1] |
| Transmission | Gear box: 5-speed Clutch: dry, single plate |
| Final Drive | Shaft |
| Suspension | Front: telescopic fork Rear: dual shocks |
| Brakes | Front: dual disc Rear: expanding brake |
| Front Tire | 3.25-18 |
| Rear Tire | 4.00-18 |
| Wheelbase | 55.12 inches (1400 mm) |
| Length | 87.01 inches (2210 mm) |
| Width | 27.01 inches (686 mm) |
| Weight | 208.0 kg (wet) |
| Oil Filter | K&N KN-161[2] |
| Fuel Capacity | 5.81 Gallon (22.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
EngineEdit
The engine was a air cooled two cylinder boxer, four-stroke. A 82.0mm bore x 61.5mm stroke result in a displacement of just 649.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (ohv).
DriveEdit
The bike has a 5-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the dry, single plate.
ChassisEdit
It came with a 3.25-18 front tire and a 4.00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via dual disc in the front and a expanding brake in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a dual shocks. The R65LS was fitted with a 5.81 Gallon (22.00 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 55.12 inches (1400 mm) long.
1982 BMW R 65 LSEdit
The 1982 MY BMW R 65 LS has, at its heart, an air-cooled, four-stroke, 649cc, boxer twin cylinder engine mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce a claimed 50 horsepower and 52 Nm of torque. In addition, it comes with a nose-fairing, a large, round headlamp, cast-aluminum wheels, dual front disc brakes a single disc in the rear, a telescopic fork as a front suspension coupled to dual shocks in the rear, an analogue instrument cluster and a dual seat.
In MediaEdit
ReferencesEdit
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 2019 Western Power Sports Catalog. Western Power Sports. 2019.
- ↑ 2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog. K&L Supply Co. 2019.