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[[Image:1968-BSA-A65-Lightning-Maroon-2732-1.jpg|right|thumb|1968 BSA A65 Lightning in Maroon]]
The '''BSA A65 Lightning''' was a twin, [[four-stroke]] classic [[motorcycle]] produced between 1970 and 1972. It could reach a top speed of 108 mph (174 km/h). Claimed [[horsepower]] was 48.01 HP (35.8 KW) @ 7000 RPM. 
==Engine==
The engine was a [[air cooled]] twin, four-stroke. A 75.0mm [[bore]] x 74.0mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 654.0 cubic centimeters. The engine featured a 9.0:1 [[compression ratio]]. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (OHV). 
==Drive==
The bike has a 4-speed [[transmission]]. The [[final drive]] was via chain. 
==Chassis==
It came with a 3.25-19 front [[tire]] and a 4.00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding [[brake]] in the front and a expanding brake in the rear. The A65 Lightning was fitted with a 4.76 Gallon (18.00 Liters) fuel tank. 
==1966==
==1966==
[[Image:1966-BSA-A65-Lightning-Clubman.jpg|left|thumb|1966 BSA A65 Lightning Clubman]]
[[Image:1966-BSA-A65-Lightning-Clubman.jpg|left|thumb|1966 BSA A65 Lightning Clubman]]
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==1968==
==1968==
[[Image:1968-BSA-A65-Lightning-Maroon-2732-0.jpg|left|thumb|1968 BSA A65 Lightning in Maroon]]
[[Image:1968-BSA-A65-Lightning-Maroon-2732-0.jpg|left|thumb|1968 BSA A65 Lightning in Maroon]]
[[Image:1968-BSA-A65-Lightning-Maroon-2732-1.jpg|left|thumb|1968 BSA A65 Lightning in Maroon]]
 
[[Image:1968-BSA-A65-Lightning-Maroon-2732-2.jpg|left|thumb|1968 BSA A65 Lightning in Maroon]]
[[Image:1968-BSA-A65-Lightning-Maroon-2732-2.jpg|left|thumb|1968 BSA A65 Lightning in Maroon]]
[[Image:1968-BSA-A65-Lightning-Maroon-2732-3.jpg|left|thumb|1968 BSA A65 Lightning in Maroon]]
[[Image:1968-BSA-A65-Lightning-Maroon-2732-3.jpg|left|thumb|1968 BSA A65 Lightning in Maroon]]
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[[Image:1972-BSA-A65-Red-9299-8.jpg|left|thumb|1972 BSA A65 in Red]]
[[Image:1972-BSA-A65-Red-9299-8.jpg|left|thumb|1972 BSA A65 in Red]]
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==In Media==
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/shortland-street#bsa-a65-lightning Shortland Street]




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|name            = BSA A65 Lightning
|photo=1968-BSA-A65-Lightning-Maroon-2732-1.jpg
|aka              = A 65 Lightning
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|bore_stroke      = 75.0mm x 74.0mm
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|power            = 48.01 HP (35.8 KW) @ 7000RPM
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|transmission    = Gear box: 4-speed <br>
Final Drive: [[chain]] <br>
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The '''[[BSA]] A65 Lightning''' was a twin, [[four-stroke]] Road [[motorcycle]] produced by [[BSA]] between 1970 and 1972. It could reach a top speed of 108 mph (174 km/h). Claimed [[horsepower]] was 48.01 HP (35.8 KW) @ 7000 RPM. 
==Engine==
The engine was a [[air cooled]] twin, four-stroke. A 75.0mm [[bore]] x 74.0mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 654.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (ohv). 
==Drive==
The bike has a 4-speed transmission. 
==Chassis==
It came with a 3.25-19 front [[tire]] and a 4.00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake in the front and a expanding brake in the rear. The A65 Lightning was fitted with a 4.76 Gallon (18.00 Liters) fuel tank. 
==In Media==
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/shortland-street#bsa-a65-lightning Shortland Street]
[[Category:Road motorcycles]]
[[Category:BSA motorcycles]]
[[Category:1970s motorcycles]]

Revision as of 20:11, 23 November 2019

1968 BSA A65 Lightning in Maroon

The BSA A65 Lightning was a twin, four-stroke classic motorcycle produced between 1970 and 1972. It could reach a top speed of 108 mph (174 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 48.01 HP (35.8 KW) @ 7000 RPM.

Engine

The engine was a air cooled twin, four-stroke. A 75.0mm bore x 74.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 654.0 cubic centimeters. The engine featured a 9.0:1 compression ratio. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (OHV).

Drive

The bike has a 4-speed transmission. The final drive was via chain.

Chassis

It came with a 3.25-19 front tire and a 4.00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake in the front and a expanding brake in the rear. The A65 Lightning was fitted with a 4.76 Gallon (18.00 Liters) fuel tank.


1966

1966 BSA A65 Lightning Clubman



1968

1968 BSA A65 Lightning in Maroon
1968 BSA A65 Lightning in Maroon
1968 BSA A65 Lightning in Maroon


1972

1972 BSA A65 in Red
1972 BSA A65 in Red
1972 BSA A65 in Red
1972 BSA A65 in Red
1972 BSA A65 in Red
1972 BSA A65 in Red
1972 BSA A65 in Red
1972 BSA A65 in Red
1972 BSA A65 in Red



In Media

1968-BSA-A65-Lightning-Maroon-2732-1.jpg
BSA A65 Lightning
Manufacturer
BSA
Also called A 65 Lightning
Production 1970 - 1972
Class Road
Engine
twin, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke 75.0mm x 74.0mm
Top Speed 108 mph (174 km/h)
Horsepower 48.01 HP (35.8 KW) @ 7000RPM
Transmission Gear box: 4-speed
Final Drive: chain
Brakes Front: expanding brake
Rear: expanding brake
Front Tire 3.25-19
Rear Tire 4.00-18
Weight 220.0 kg (wet)
Fuel Capacity 4.76 Gallon (18.00 Liters)
Manuals Service Manual


The BSA A65 Lightning was a twin, four-stroke Road motorcycle produced by BSA between 1970 and 1972. It could reach a top speed of 108 mph (174 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 48.01 HP (35.8 KW) @ 7000 RPM.

Engine

The engine was a air cooled twin, four-stroke. A 75.0mm bore x 74.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 654.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (ohv).

Drive

The bike has a 4-speed transmission.

Chassis

It came with a 3.25-19 front tire and a 4.00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake in the front and a expanding brake in the rear. The A65 Lightning was fitted with a 4.76 Gallon (18.00 Liters) fuel tank.

In Media