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MV Agusta 150 Turismo GT (1969-70)

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The MV Agusta 150 Turismo GT was produced between 1969-70 and there were 3132 units made. It had a four-stroke, single-cylinder, pushrod engine with a capacity of 150.1cc and a compression ratio of 7.0:1. The bike had an 18mm DellOrto MB 18B carburetor and a wet sump lubrication system with flywheel-magneto ignition. The bike had a maximum power of 5.2kW or 7.0hp at 5800rpm, with a wet multiple plate clutch and four-speed transmission. The frame was an open double cradle tubular and pressed steel, with telescopic hydraulic fork front suspension and swingarm with hydraulic shocks at the rear. The bike had 150mm drum brakes at the front and 125mm drum brakes at the rear, with 2 75 18 front and 2.75-18 rear tyres. The dimensions of the bike were 1900mm in length, 620mm in width, and a wheelbase of 1285mm. The weight of the bike was 95kg and it had a fuel capacity of 13 litres or 3.4 US gallons.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: MV Agusta 150 Turismo GT

Year: 1969 – 70
Produced: 3132 Units
Engine: Four stroke, single cylinder, Pushrod, 2 valve
Capacity: 150.1 cc / 9.1 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 59.5 x 54 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 7.0:1
Induction: 18mm DellOrto MB 18B carburetor
Lubrication: Wet sump
Ignition: Flywheel-magneto
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 5.2 kW / 7.0 hp @ 5800 rpm
Clutch: Wet multiple plate clutch
Transmission: 4 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Frame: Open double cradle tubular and pressed steel
Front Suspension: Telescopic hydraulic fork
Rear Suspension: Swingarm with hydraulic shocks
Front Brakes: 150mm Drum
Rear Brakes: 125mm Drum
Front Tyre: 2 75 18
Rear Tyre: 2.75- 18
Dimensions: Length: 1900 mm / 74.8 in Width: 620 mm / 24.4 in
Wheelbase: 1285 mm / 50.2 in
Weight: 95 kg / 210 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 13 Litres / 3.4 US gal

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Moto Guzzi V-7 750 Ambassador (1969-70)

admin — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 01:51:57 +0000

The Moto Guzzi V-7 750 Ambassador motorcycle was produced from 1969-70. It features a four-stroke, 90 degree V-twin engine with OHV and 2 valves per cylinder. The engine has a displacement of 748.4cc and a compression ratio of 9.8:1. The induction system has two 30mm Dell’Orto VHB 30CD carburetors. It has an electric starter and produces a maximum power of 62 hp at 7250 rpm. The bike has a 5-speed transmission and a shaft final drive. The front suspension is telehydraulic forks while the rear suspension consists of a swinging arm with hydraulic dampers. The front and rear brakes are both drums, with the front featuring two 220mm drums. The bike has a dry weight of 227 kg and a fuel capacity of 22.5 liters. It also features a 90/90-18 front tire and 110/90-18 rear tire.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Moto Guzzi V-7 750 Ambassador

Year: 1969 – 70
Engine: Four stroke, 90 degrees V twin, longitudinally mounted, OHV, 2 valve per cylinder
Capacity: 748.4 cc / 45.6 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 83 x 70 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 9.8:1
Induction: 2x 30mm Dell’Orto VHB 30CD carburetors
Ignition: Battery with double contact breaker with automatic advance
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 62 hp / 46.2 kW @ 7250 rpm
Max Torque: NA
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Shaft
Front Suspension: Telehydraulic forks
Rear Suspension: Swinging arm with hydraulic dampers preload adjustable
Front Brakes: 2x 220mm drum
Rear Brakes: 220mm drum
Front Tyre: 90/90-18
Rear Tyre: 110/90-18
Dry Weight: 227 kg / 500 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 22.5 Litres / 5.9 US gal

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Norton Commando 750 Fastback MKII (1969-70)

admin — Thu, 06 Apr 2023 00:10:56 +0000

The Norton Commando 750 Fastback MKII motorcycle was produced from 1969-70. It has a four-stroke, parallel twin cylinder engine with push rod 2 valves per cylinder and a capacity of 745 cc. The bike has a 2-into-2 chrome exhaust and 2 x ~A30 mm Amal concentric carburetors. It is a kick-start model with a maximum power of 58 hp / 43 kW @ 6800 rpm. The transmission is a 4-speed with a chain final drive. The bike has telescopic forks for front suspension and dual shocks, 5-way adjustable, for rear suspension. The front and rear brakes are ~A203 mm drum and ~A178 mm drum, respectively. The front tire size is 3.25-19 and the rear tire size is 4.00-18. The dry weight of the bike is 191 kg / 421 lbs and it has a fuel capacity of 10 liters / 2.6 US gal. The top speed is 185 km/h / 115 mph.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Norton Commando 750S Scrambler

Year: 1969 – 70
Engine: Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, push rod 2 valves per cylinder.
Capacity: 745 cc / 45.5 cu in
Bore x Stroke: 73 x 89 mm
Compression Ratio: 9.0:1
Cooling System: Air cooled
Exhaust: 2-into-2, Chrome
Induction: 2 x ~A30 mm Amal concentric carburetors
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 58 hp / 43 kW @ 6800 rpm
Transmission: 4 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension: Dual shocks, 5-way adjustable
Front Brakes: ~A203 mm Drum
Rear Brakes: ~A178 mm Drum
Front Tyre: 3.25-19
Rear Tyre: 4.00-18
Dry Weight: 191 kg / 421 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 10 Litres / 2.6 US gal
Top Speed: 185 km/h / 115 mph

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Ducati 450 Jupiter Scrambler (1969-70)

admin — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 10:32:11 +0000

The Ducati 450 Jupiter Scrambler was manufactured from 1969 to 1970 and was equipped with a four-stroke, single cylinder, SOHC engine which had a capacity of 435.7cc. It had a compression ratio of 9.3:1 and was cooled by air. The bike used a Dell’Orto VHB 29 AD induction system, and power was delivered through a wet, multi-plate clutch system which was mated to a five-speed transmission. The bike’s primary drive ratio was 2.111:1, while its final drive ratio was 2.917:1. The suspension consisted of a 35mm Marzocchi telescopic fork at the front and a swingarm with dual Marzocchi shocks at the rear, adjustable in three ways. The bike was equipped with drum brakes, with the front brake having 180mm and the rear brake having 160mm in diameter. It had a wheelbase of 1380mm, a dry weight of 133kg and a fuel capacity of 13 liters. The bike’s dimensions were 2120mm in length, 940mm in width, and 1150mm in height. The Ducati 450 Jupiter Scrambler was capable of producing 16.9 kW / 23 hp @ 6500 rpm. The bike’s final drive was via a chain and its tires were manufactured by Pirelli, with the front tire having a size of 3.50 x 19, and the rear tire having a size of 4.00 x 18.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Ducati 450 Scrambler Jupiter

Year: 1969 – 70
Engine: Four stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, bevel gear driven
Capacity: 435.7 cc / 26.6 cu in
Bore x Stroke: 86 x 75 mm
Compression Ratio: 9.3:1
Cooling System: Air cooled
Induction: Dell’Orto VHB 29 AD
Spark plug: Marelli CW260N / Lodge 2HN
Ignition: Points and coil (electronic from 1973)
Starting: Kick
Battery: SAFA 3L3, 13.5 Ah
Max Power: 16.9 kW / 23 hp @ 6500 rpm
Clutch: Wet, multiplate
Transmission: 5 Speed
Primary Drive Ratio: 2.111:1 (27/57)
Gear Ratios: 1st 2.46 / 2nd 1.73 / 3rd 1.35 / 4th 1.10 / 5th 0.97:1
Final Drive Ratio: 2.917:1
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: 35 mm Marzocchi telescopic fork
Rear Suspension: Swingarm, dual Marzocchi shocks, 3-way adjustable
Front Brakes: Drum, 180 mm
Rear Brakes: Drum, 160 mm
Front Tyre: 3.50 x 19, Pirelli
Rear Tyre: 4.00 x 18, Pirelli
Dimensions: Length: 2120 mm / 83.5 in Width: 940 mm / 37.0 in Height: 1150 mm / 45.3 in
Wheelbase: 1380 mm / 54.3 in
Seat Height: 770 mm / 30.3 in
Dry Weight: 133 kg / 293 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 13 L / 3.4 US gal / 2.9 Imp gal

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Moto Guzzi V-7 Polizia (1969-70)

admin — Mon, 03 Apr 2023 19:29:09 +0000

The Moto Guzzi V-7 Polizia was a motorcycle produced in 1969-70, specifically designed for the Italian police force. It was powered by a four-stroke, 90-degree V-twin engine with a capacity of 703cc and a maximum power output of 50hp at 6300rpm. The engine was longitudinally mounted and equipped with overhead valves and a carburetor for induction. The bike had a 4-speed transmission, twin dry plates clutch, and a final drive by shaft. The motorcycle featured telehydraulic forks on the front suspension, while the rear suspension had a swinging arm with hydraulic dampers. It had drum brakes, with two 220mm drums on the front and a 220mm drum on the rear. The tyres were 4.00-18 on both front and rear axles. The bike had a dry weight of 228kg and a fuel capacity of 20 litres. The Moto Guzzi V-7 Polizia was a heavy, reliable and straightforward motorcycle that was well-suited to high-intensity police work. Its design made it easy to maintain and provided excellent stability and control on the road. Despite its impressive features, it was eventually replaced by more modern and versatile motorcycles that better suited the changing needs of the police force. Today, the Moto Guzzi V-7 Polizia is regarded as an important part of Italian motorcycle history and a cult classic among vintage motorcycle enthusiasts.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Moto Guzzi V-7 700 Polizia

Year: 1969 – 70
Engine: Four stroke, 90 degrees V twin, longitudinally mounted, OHV, 2 valve per cylinder.
Capacity: 703 cc / 43.9 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 80 x 70 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 9.0:1
Induction: Dell’orto SS I 29 DS carburetor
Ignition: Battery & coil
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 50 hp / 37.2 kW @ 6300 rpm
Max Torque: 49 Nm / 36 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Clutch: Twin driven dry plates
Transmission: 4 Speed
Final Drive: Shaft
Front Suspension: Telehydraulic forks
Rear Suspension: Swinging arm with hydraulic dampers.
Front Brakes: 2x 220mm drum
Rear Brakes: 220mm drum
Front Tyre: 4.00 -18
Rear Tyre: 4.00 -18
Dry Weight: 228 kg / 502.6 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 20 Litres / 5.2 US gal

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Laverda 750S (1969-70)

admin — Sat, 01 Apr 2023 02:08:53 +0000

The Laverda 750S was produced from 1969 to 1970 and featured a four-stroke, parallel twin-cylinder engine with a capacity of 744cc. It had a compression ratio of 9.5:1 and was cooled by air. The bike had a maximum power output of 60 hp (43.7 kW) at 6900 rpm thanks to its 2x 29mm Dell’Orto vhb30 carburetors. The 5-speed transmission delivered power to the chain final drive. The front suspension featured Marzocchi telescopic forks and the rear suspension had swinging arm dual shocks. The front and rear brakes were both drums, with the front being 230mm and the rear being 200mm in size. The Laverda 750S had a wet weight of 231 kg (509.3 lbs) and could hold 19 litres (5.0 US gal) of fuel.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Laverda 750S

Year: 1969 – 70
Engine: Four stroke, parallel twin cylinders, SOHC, 2 valve per cylinder
Capacity: 744 cc / 45.4 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 80 x 74 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 9.5:1
Induction: 2x 29mm Dell’Orto vhb30 carburetors
Ignition:
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 60 hp / 43.7 kW @ 6900 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: Marzocchi telescopic forks
Rear Suspension: Swinging arm dual shocks
Front Brakes: 230mm Drum
Rear Brakes: 200mm Drum
Front Tyre: 3.50-18
Rear Tyre: 4.00-18
Wet Weight: 231 kg / 509.3 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 19 Litres / 5.0 US gal

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Honda CB450K (1969-70)

admin — Wed, 29 Mar 2023 16:53:58 +0000

The Honda CB 450 motorcycle was produced between 1969 and 1970. It has a four stroke, parallel twin cylinder engine that has a capacity of 445 cc. The cooling system is air cooled and the compression ratio is 9.0:1. Induction is via 2x 32mm Keihin carburetors and ignition is through a coil with auto-advance and twin contact breaker, where starting is done via kick. The motorcycle has a maximum power of 45 hp at 9000 rpm and a maximum torque of 37.4 Nm at 7000 rpm. The transmission is a 5-speed and the final drive is through a chain. It has a tubular semi-duplex cradle with single front down-tube for the frame, with telescopic forks with two-way damping and swing arm shock absorbers with adjustable preload for the suspension. The front brake is a single disc and the rear brake is a drum. The front and rear tires are 3.25-18 and 3.50-18, respectively, while the wheelbase measures at 1300mm. Dry weight of the motorcycle is at 187 kg and wet weight is 204.0kg. The fuel capacity of the motorcycle is 14 litres or 3.7 US gallons.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Honda CB 450

Year: 1969 – 70
Engine: Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 2 valves per cylinder
Capacity: 445 cc / 27.1 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 70 x 57.8 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 9.0:1
Induction: 2x 32mm Keihin carburetors
Ignition: Coil with auto-advance, twin contact breaker
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 45 hp / 32.8 kW @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque: 37.4 Nm / 27.6 lb-ft @ 7000 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Frame: Tubular semi-duplex cradle with single front down-tube
Front Suspension: Telescopic forks with two-way damping.
Rear Suspension: Swing arm, shock absorbers with adjustable preload
Front Brakes: Single disc
Rear Brakes: Drum
Front Tyre: 3.25-18
Rear Tyre: 3.50-18
Wheelbase: 1300 mm / 53 in
Dry Weight: 187 kg / 412 lbs
Wet Weight: 204.0 kg / 449.7 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 14 Litres / 3.7 US gal

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Yamaha YR3C (1969-70)

admin — Mon, 27 Mar 2023 18:11:56 +0000

The Yamaha YR3C is a vintage motorcycle model from 1969-70. It has a two-stroke, parallel twin engine with a capacity of 347cc, and a compression ratio of 7.5:1. The bike is air-cooled and has carburetor induction and kick starting. It can produce a maximum power output of 36.5 PS at 7500 rpm and max torque of 3.3 kg-m or 23.9 ft-lb at 7000 rpm. The transmission is a 5-speed with final drive via chain. The front and rear suspensions are of standard drum-type and the front and rear tyre sizes are 3.00-18 and 3.50-18 respectively. The dimensions of the bike include a length of 2040mm, width of 735mm, and height of 1005mm, with a wheelbase of 1340mm and ground clearance of 145mm. The bike weighs 157kg and can hold up to 15 liters of fuel.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Yamaha YR3C

Year: 1969-70
Engine: Two stroke, parallel twin
Capacity: 347 cc /
Bore x Stroke: 61 59.6 mm
Compression Ratio: 7.5:1
Cooling System: Air cooled
Induction: Carburetor
Ignition:
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 36.5 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque: 3.3 kg-m / 23.9 ft-lb @ 7000 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension:
Rear Suspension:
Front Brakes: Drum
Rear Brakes: Drum
Front Tyre: 3.00-18
Rear Tyre: 3.50-18
Dimensions: Length: 2040 mm / 80.3 in Width: 735 mm / 28.9 in Height: 1005 mm / 39.5 in
Wheelbase: 1340 mm / 52.7 in
Ground Clearance: 145 mm / 5.7 in
Weight: 157 kg / 346 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 15 Litres / 4.0 gal

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Moto Guzzi V 7 700 (1969-70)

admin — Sun, 26 Mar 2023 20:41:05 +0000

The Moto Guzzi V-7 700 was a motorcycle produced in 1969-70. It had a four-stroke, 90-degree V twin engine with a capacity of 703cc and a compression ratio of 9.0:1. The Dell’Orto SS I 29 DS carburetor was used for induction, and the ignition utilized a battery and coil system. It had a maximum power output of 50 hp at 6300 rpm and a maximum torque output of 49 Nm at 5000 rpm. The clutch was twin-driven dry plates, and the transmission had four speeds. The final drive was via a shaft. The front suspension was comprised of telehydraulic forks while the rear suspension used swinging arm with hydraulic dampers. The front and rear brakes were both 220mm drum brakes. The dry weight of the Moto Guzzi V-7 700 was 228 kg, and the fuel capacity was 20 liters. Overall, the Moto Guzzi V-7 700 was a powerful and reliable motorcycle that provided a smooth ride.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Moto Guzzi V-7 700

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Suzuki T 500 Cobra (1969-70)

admin — Fri, 24 Mar 2023 22:53:02 +0000

The Suzuki T 500 Cobra (1969-70) is a two-stroke, parallel two-cylinder motorcycle with a capacity of 492 cc. It has a compression ratio of 6.6:1 and is air-cooled. The bike is equipped with 2 x 32 mm Mikuni carburetors and a posi-force lubrication system. The motorcycle’s maximum power is 32.8 kW / 44 hp at 7000 rpm, and its maximum torque is 50.8 Nm / 5.2 kgf-m / 37.5 lb-ft at 6000 rpm. The transmission is 5-speed, and the final drive is a chain. The frame is a dual downtube cradle, and the front suspension is telescopic forks while the rear suspension is dual shock absorbers. The front and rear brakes are both drums, and the tires are 3.00-18 and 3.25-16 for the front and rear respectively. The motorcycle has a length of 2172 mm / 85.5 in, a width of 835 mm / 32.9 in, and a height of 1125 mm / 44.3 in. Its wheelbase is 1455 mm / 57.3 in, and it weighs 186 kg / 410 lbs dry. The top speed of the Suzuki T 500 Cobra is estimated at 185 km/h / 115 mph.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Suzuki T 500 Titan

Year: 1969 – 70
Engine: Two stroke, parallel two cylinder
Capacity: 492 cc / 30 cu in
Bore x Stroke: 70 x 64 mm
Compression Ratio: 6.6:1
Cooling System: Air cooled
Lubrication System: Posi-force
Induction: 2 x 32 mm Mikuni carburetors
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 32.8 kW / 44 hp @ 7000 rpm
Max Torque: 50.8 Nm / 5.2 kgf-m / 37.5 lb-ft @6000 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Frame: Dual downtube cradle
Front Suspension: Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension: Dual shock absorbers
Front Brakes: Drum
Rear Brakes: Drum
Front Tyre: 3.00-18
Rear Tyre: 3.25-16
Dimensions: Length: 2172 mm / 85.5 in Width: 835 mm / 32.9 in Height: 1125 mm / 44.3 in
Wheelbase: 1455 mm / 57.3 in
Dry Weight: 186 kg / 410 lbs
Top Speed (est): 185 km/h / 115 mph

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