General information |
Model name
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BMW R 45 (reduced effect) |
Year
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1978 |
Category
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Touring |
Rating
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3.0 See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike. |
Engine and transmission |
Displacement
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473.0 ccm (28.86 cubic inches) |
Engine type
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Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
Power
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27.0 HP (19.7 kW)) @ 6500 RPM |
Top speed
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141.0 km/h (87.6 mph) |
Compression
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8.2:1 |
Bore x stroke
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70.0 x 61.5 mm (2.8 x 2.4 inches) |
Valves per cylinder
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2 |
Fuel control
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Overhead Valves (OHV) |
Cooling system
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Air |
Gearbox
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5-speed |
Transmission type
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Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Front tire
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3.25-18 |
Rear tire
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4.00-18 |
Front brakes
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Single disc |
Rear brakes
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Expanding brake |
Physical measures and capacities |
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
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206.0 kg (454.2 pounds) |
Fuel capacity
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22.00 litres (5.81 US gallons) |
Other specifications |
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Rating sample for this BMW bike
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Offroad capabilities for the 1978 BMW R 45 (reduced effect):
(41.1 out of 100)
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