BSA A65 Lightning

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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



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