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General information |
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Motorcycle name
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Vincent HRD Series B Rapide |
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Year
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1948 |
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Category
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Allround |
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Rating
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3.7 Check out the detailed rating of reliability, maintenance costs, value for money, etc. Compare with any other motorcycle. |
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Engine and transmission |
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Displacement
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998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches) |
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Engine type
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V2, four-stroke |
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Engine details
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50degree V-twin |
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Power
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45.0 HP (32.8 kW)) @ 5500 RPM |
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Top speed
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177.0 km/h (110.0 mph) |
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Compression
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6.8:1 |
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Bore x stroke
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84.0 x 90.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches) |
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Fuel system
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Carburettor. Amal |
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Fuel control
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Overhead Valves (OHV) |
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Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
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Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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Front suspension
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Gilder fork with coil over shock |
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Rear suspension
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Triangulated swingarm with coil over shocks |
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Front brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
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Rear brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
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Seat
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Feridax Dunopillo Dualseat |
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Physical measures and capacities |
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Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
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206.4 kg (455.0 pounds) |
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Wheelbase
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1410 mm (55.5 inches) |
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Other specifications |
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Further information |
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Rating sample for this Vincent HRD bike
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Touring capabilities for the 1948 Vincent HRD Series B Rapide:
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