Suzuki RM65: history, specs, pictures

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Suzuki RM65
Manufacturer
Also called RM 65
Production 2003 - 2005
Class Motocross
Engine
64.7cc single cylinder, two-stroke
Bore / Stroke 44.5mm x 41.6mm
Top Speed 52 mph
Fuel System carburetor
Spark Plug NGK B10EG '03-05
Transmission Gear box: 6-speed
Final Drive: chain
Final Drive Chain: 420x108 ‘03-05[1]
Front Sprocket 13T ‘03-05[1]
Rear Sprocket 44T ‘03-05[1]
Suspension Front: telescopic, leading axle, 4-way adjustable rebound damping, 8.3 inches of travel.
Rear: link-type, fully-adjustable spring preload, 4-way adjustable rebound damping, 8.7 inches of travel.
Brakes Front: single disc
Rear: single disc
Front Tire 60/90-m14
Rear Tire 80/90-m12
Wheelbase 44.09 inches (1120 mm)
Length 62.6 inches (1590 mm)
Width 29.92 inches (760 mm)
Height 37.6 inches (955 mm)
Seat Height 29.92 inches (760 mm)
Weight 125.66 pounds (57.0 Kg) (dry),
Recommended Oil Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40
Fuel Capacity 1.0 Gallon (3.80 Liters)
Competition Kawasaki KX65
Manuals Service Manual

The Suzuki RM65 is the 65cc motocross model produced by Suzuki from 2003 to 2005. It is ideal for young riders interested in recreational riding or racing. Features a high-revving, liquid-cooled engine that produces strong midrange torque and smooth throttle response.


Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a liquid cooled single cylinder, two-stroke. A 44.5mm bore x 41.6mm stroke result in a displacement of just 64.7 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 6-speed transmission.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 60/90-m14 front tire and a 80/90-m12 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic, leading axle, 4-way adjustable rebound damping, 8.3 inches of travel. while the rear was equipped with a link-type, fully-adjustable spring preload, 4-way adjustable rebound damping, 8.7 inches of travel.. The RM65 was fitted with a 1.0 Gallon (3.80 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 125.66 pounds (57.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 44.09 inches (1120 mm) long.

In Media[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 2019 Western Power Sports Catalog. Western Power Sports. 2019. 
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