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BMW R45 (1982-85)

admin — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 10:24:57 +0000

The BMW R45 is a motorcycle model manufactured by BMW in 1982-1985. It is a smaller version of the BMW R65 and was produced during a time of economic crisis for the company. The R45 has a 473cc, air-cooled, twin-cylinder engine that produces 35 horsepower and there is a five-speed transmission. It is a lightweight bike and handles well, making it suitable for urban riding. However, it is not as comfortable for longer journeys as some other BMW models, due to its compact build. The R45 has a fuel capacity of 19 liters and a top speed of around 105 miles per hour. It also features drum brakes, which lack the stopping power of disc brakes found on newer models. Despite the limitations mentioned, the R45 is appreciated by many riders for its retro look and for being a reliable and simple bike to maintain. Many owners continue to hold onto their R45s as collector’s items, and some retro-style customizations have been made to the bikes over the years. The BMW R45 is part of the company’s heritage and is still considered a classic motorcycle model.

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Harley Davidson XLX 1000-61 Sportster (1982-85)

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The Harley Davidson XLX 1000-61 Sportster was produced between 1982 and 1985. It has a four-stroke, 45-degree V-Twin, OHV engine with two valves per cylinder and a capacity of 998cc. The compression ratio is 8.8:1, and the induction is a 34mm Keihin carburetor with transistorized ignition. The bike has electric starting and can produce a maximum power output of 56hp at 6000rpm and a maximum torque of 55ft-lb at 4000rpm. It has a four-speed transmission and a chain final drive. The front suspension consists of telescopic forks, and the rear suspension features dual shocks on a swinging arm. The front and rear brakes are both single 292mm discs. The front and rear tires are respectively MJ 90-19 and MT 90-16. The bike has a wet weight of 244kg and a fuel capacity of 8.5 litres or 2.2 US gallons.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Harley Davidson XLX 1000-61 Sportster

Year: 1982 – 85
Engine: Four stroke, 45 degrees V-Twin, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder
Capacity: 998 cc / 60.8 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 81 x 96.8 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 8.8;1
Induction: 34mm Keihin carburetor
Ignition: Transistorized
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 56 hp / 41.7 kW @ 6000 rpm
Max Torque: 55 ft-lb / 74 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Transmission: 4 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension: Dual shocks swinging arm
Front Brakes: Single 292mm disc
Rear Brakes: Single 292mm disc
Front Tyre: MJ 90-19
Rear Tyre: MT 90-16
Wet Weight: 244 kg / 537.9 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 8.5 Litres / 2.2 US gal

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KTM 500 K4 (1982-85)

admin — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 04:14:04 +0000

The KTM 500 K4 was a championship-winning motocross motorcycle produced by the Austrian manufacturer from 1982 to 1985. Powered by a liquid-cooled, 495cc engine, the K4 was renowned for its durability and speed. It featured a single-cylinder, two-stroke design and a five-speed transmission. The KTM 500 K4 was a popular choice among professional motocross racers, and it found success at multiple competitions across Europe and North America. Its lightweight frame and suspension made it particularly well-suited for the rough terrain and jumps of motocross tracks. Despite its age, the KTM 500 K4 remains a sought-after vintage motocross bike for collectors and enthusiasts. It is known for its distinctive orange and black color scheme and its high performance. Some riders have even modified the K4 for modern competition, installing new exhausts and other updated components. Overall, the KTM 500 K4 represents a significant chapter in the history of KTM motocross bikes and continues to inspire riders decades later.

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Honda MTX125R (1982-85)

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The Honda MTX 125R was a single cylinder, two-stroke motorcycle produced between 1982 and 1985. It had a 124cc engine with a bore x stroke of 56 50.6mm and a compression ratio of 7.6:1. The MTX 125R had a 24mm Keihin carburetor and CDI ignition, with a kickstarter for starting. The motorcycle produced 18.1hp at 8700rpm and 15.5Nm of torque at 7200rpm. It had a 6-speed transmission and a chain final drive.

The front suspension of the MTX 125R was air adjustable hydraulic forks, with a front wheel travel of 230mm. The rear suspension was a Pro-link setup that was non-adjustable, and the rear wheel travel was 200mm. The front brakes were drum brakes, as were the rear brakes. The front and rear tyres were sized at 2.75 -21 and 4.10 -18 respectively. The dry weight of the motorcycle was 99kg, and the fuel capacity was 9 litres.

The Honda MTX 125R had an average fuel consumption of 20.6km/litre and could brake from 60-0km/h in 15.2 metres and from 100-0km/h in 40.1 metres. Its standing 1/4 mile time was 16.9 seconds, with a top speed of 121.2km/h. Overall, the MTX 125R was a well-rounded motorcycle that offered good performance for a lightweight two-stroke.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Honda MTX 125R

Year: 1982 – 85
Engine: Two stroke, single cylinder.
Capacity: 124 cc / 7.6 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 56 50.6 mm
Cooling System: Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio: 7.6:1
Induction: 24mm Keihin carburetor
Ignition: CDI
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 18.1 hp / 13.4 kW @ 8700 rpm
Max Torque: 15.5 Nm / 11.5 lb-ft @ 7200 rpm
Transmission: 6 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: Air adjustable hydraulic forks
Front Wheel Travel: 230 mm / 9.0 in
Rear Suspension: Pro-link non adjustable
Rear Wheel Travel: 200 mm / 7.8 in
Front Brakes: Drum
Rear Brakes: Drum
Front Tyre: 2.75 -21
Rear Tyre: 4.10 -18
Dry Weight: 99 kg / 218 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 9 Litres / 2.3 US gal
Consumption Average: 20.6 km/lit
Braking 60 – 0 / 100 – 0: 15.2 m / 40.1 m
Standing 1/4 Mile: 16.9 sec / 116.4 km/h
Top Speed: 121.2 km/h / 75 mph

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Suzuki GS125E (1982-85)

admin — Sat, 01 Apr 2023 03:59:58 +0000

The Suzuki GS125E was a motorcycle produced in the early to mid-80s. It had a four-stroke, single cylinder, OHC engine with a capacity of 124cc. The bike had an air-cooled system and a carburetor induction. The ignition featured a coil pack and had an electric start. The bike had a maximum power of 10.2 kW and maximum torque of 9.75 Nm. The clutch was a wet, multi-plate type and the bike had a 5-speed transmission with chain final drive. Front suspension was telescopic forks and the rear suspension consisted of dual shocks. The bike had a front 220mm disc brake and a rear 130mm drum brake. The front and rear tyres were 2.75-18 and 3.00-18 respectively. The bike had a length of 1945mm, width of 710mm, and a height of 1110mm, with a wheelbase of 1270mm and seat height of 745mm. The wet weight of the bike was 103kg and it had a fuel capacity of 12 litres, with an average consumption of 3.5L/100km. The top speed of the bike was 105km/h.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Suzuki GS 125E

Year: 1982-85
Engine: Four stroke, single cylinder, OHC
Capacity: 124 cc / 7.6 cu in
Bore x Stroke: 57 x 48.8 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Induction: Carburetor
Ignition: Coil pack
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 10.2 kW / 14 hp @ @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque: 9.75 Nm / 0.99 kgf-m / 7.2 lb-ft
Clutch: Wet, multi-plate
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension: Dual shocks
Front Brakes: Single 220mm disc
Rear Brakes: 130mm drum
Front Tyre: 2.75-18
Rear Tyre: 3.00-18
Dimensions: Length: 1945 mm / 76.6 in Width: 710 mm / 28.0 in Height: 1110 mm / 43.7 in
Wheelbase: 1270 mm / 50.0 in
Seat Height: 745 mm / 29.3 in
Wet Weight: 103 kg / 227 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 12 Litres / 3.2 US gal / 2.6 Imp gal
Consumption Average: 3.5 L/100 km / 28.3 km/l / 67 US mpg / 80 Imp mpg
Top Speed: 105 km/h / 65 mph

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Honda CBX 650SC Night hawk (1982-85)

admin — Thu, 30 Mar 2023 22:09:57 +0000

The Honda CBX 650SC Night hawk was a popular motorcycle model produced from 1982 to 1985. It had a four stroke, transverse four cylinder engine with a capacity of 656cc and a cooling system that was air cooled. The bike had a 6 speed transmission with a shaft final drive and a wet plate clutch. The frame was made of aluminum and tubular steel full cradle, with Showa air-spring front suspension and dual rear shocks. The front brakes had 2x 276mm discs while the rear brakes had a drum. The bike had a wheelbase of 1467mm and a seat height of 780mm, with a dry weight of 197kg and a fuel capacity of 12.9 liters. With 75 hp and 54.7 kW at 9500 rpm, the Honda CBX 650SC Night hawk was a powerful machine that was popular with riders. It had a compression ratio of 9.5:1 and used 4x 26mm Keihin induction with CDI ignition for electric starting. The front tyre was 100/90-19 while the rear tyre was 130/90-16. The bike was also adjustable, with 5-way adjustable spring preload and 4-way adjustable rebound damping in the rear suspension. Overall, the Honda CBX 650SC Night hawk was a popular and powerful motorcycle that was beloved by many riders.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Honda CBX 650SC Night hawk

Year: 1982-85
Engine: Four stroke, transverse four cylinders, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.
Capacity: 656 cc / 40. cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 60 x 58 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 9.5:1
Induction: 4x 26mm Keihin
Ignition: CDI
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 75 hp / 54.7 kW @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque:
Clutch: Wet plate
Transmission: 6 Speed
Final Drive: Shaft
Frame: Aluminium, Tubular steel full cradle
Front Suspension: Showa air-spring, 39mm stanchion tube diameter, brake-actuated hydraulic anti-dive
Rear Suspension: Dual shocks, 5-way adjustable spring preload, 4-way adjustable rebound damping
Front Brakes: 2x 276 mm discs
Rear Brakes: Drum
Front Tyre: 100/90-19
Rear Tyre: 130/90-16
Wheelbase: 1467 mm / 57.8 in
Seat Height: 780 mm / 30.7 in
Dry Weight: 197.0 kg / 434.3 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 12.9 Liters / 3.4 US gal

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Honda CBX 650E (1982-85)

admin — Tue, 28 Mar 2023 10:30:03 +0000

The Honda CBX 650E was produced between 1982 and 1985. It has a four-stroke engine with four transverse cylinders, DOHC, and four valves per cylinder. Its capacity is 656 cc, and the bore x stroke measurement is 60 x 58 mm. Its compression ratio is 9.5:1, and induction is provided by 4x 26mm Keihin. The ignition is CDI, and it has an electric start. The maximum power output is 75 hp at 9500 rpm, and the maximum torque has not been provided. The clutch is a wet plate design, and the transmission is a six-speed. It has a shaft-based final drive, and the frame is made of aluminum and tubular steel. Suspension is provided by Showa air-spring, 39mm stanchion tube diameter for the front, and dual shocks for the rear, with 5-way adjustable spring preload and 4-way adjustable rebound damping. The front brakes have two 276mm discs, while the rear brake is a drum. The bike weighs 197 kg without fuel, has a 12.9-liter fuel tank, and has a wheelbase of 1467 mm. The seat height is 780 mm, and the tires are 100/90-19 and 130/90-16 for the front and rear, respectively. Overall, the Honda CBX 650E was a popular motorcycle during its production period, featuring a powerful, reliable engine and comfortable ride.

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Make Model: Honda CBX 650E

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Harley Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Glide (1982-85)

admin — Mon, 27 Mar 2023 16:20:58 +0000

The Harley Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Glide motorcycle was produced from 1982 to 1985. It has a four-stroke, 45-degree V-twin engine with OHV and two valves per cylinder. It has a displacement of 1337 cc and a compression ration of 8.5:1. The bike features a 38mm Keihin carburetor and coil battery ignition with electric starting. The maximum power output is 58 hp at 5800 rpm and maximum torque is 90.8 Nm at 3600 rpm. It has a five-speed transmission and a belt final drive. The front suspension is a 38mm telescopic air assistance with a 175mm wheel travel and the rear suspension consists of dual shocks with preload adjustable and 91mm wheel travel. The front and rear brakes are both single 292mm discs with a 1 piston caliper. The bike has 100/90-19 front tires and 130/90-16 rear tires. It has a wet-weight of 290kg and fuel capacity of 16 liters. The consumption average is 21 km/lit and the braking from 60-0/100-0 is not provided, while the standing 1/4 mile is 14.2 sec at 92.6 mph.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Harley Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Glide

Year: 1982 – 85
Engine: Four stroke, 45 degrees V-Twin, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder.
Capacity: 1337 cc / 81.5 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 88.8 x 108.0 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 8.5:1
Induction: 38mm Keihin carburetor
Ignition: Col battery
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 58 hp / 43 kW @ 5800 rpm
Max Torque: 90.8 Nm / 67 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Belt
Front Suspension: 38mm Telescopic air assistance, 175mm wheel travel.
Rear Suspension: Dual shocks preload adjustable, 91mm wheel travel.
Front Brakes: Single 292mm disc 1 piston caliper
Rear Brakes: Single 292mm disc 1 piston caliper.
Front Tyre: 100/90-19
Rear Tyre: 130/90-16
Wet-Weight: 290 kg / 640 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 16 Litres / 4.2 US gal
Consumption average: 21 km/lit
Braking 60 – 0 / 100 – 0: – / 42.3 m
Standing 1/4 Mile: 14.2 sec / 92.6 mph

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Honda CB400T (1982-85)

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The Honda CB 400T II Hawk was a motorcycle produced between 1982 and 1985. It featured an air-cooled, parallel twin-cylinder engine with SOHC and 3 valves per cylinder, with a capacity of 395. The bike used 2x 32mm Keihin carbs and had a compression ratio of 9.3:1. The ignition system was CDI and it was started electrically. It produced a max power of 43 hp @ 9500 rpm and 3.4 kgf-m of torque @ 8000 rpm. The transmission was a 5-speed with a chain final drive. The front suspension used telescopic forks with 124.5mm of wheel travel and the rear used dual EVO dampers with 5-way spring preload adjustment and 96.5mm of wheel travel. The front brakes were a single 282mm disc with a 153mm drum in the rear. The tires were a 3.60 S19 in the front and a 4.10 S18 in the rear. The motorcycle weighed 177 kg and had a fuel capacity of 13 liters. Its average fuel consumption was 48.5 mpg. The bike’s standing quarter-mile time was 14.2 seconds at 88 mph, and it had a top speed of 110 mph.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Honda CB 400T II Hawk

Year: 1982-85
Engine: Air cooled, parallel twin cylinder, SOHC, 3 valve per cylinder
Capacity: 395
Bore x Stroke: 70.5 x 50.6mm
Compression Ratio: 9.3:1
Induction: 2x 32mm Keihin carbs
Ignition: CDI
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 43 hp @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque: 3,4 kgf-m @ 8000 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: Telescopic forks, 124.5mm wheel travel
Rear Suspension: Dual EVO dampers with 5-way spring preload adjustment. 96.5mm wheel travel
Front Brakes: Single 282mm disc
Rear Brakes: 153mm Drum
Front Tyre: 3.60 S19
Rear Tyre: 4.10 S18
Wet-Weight: 177 kg
Fuel Capacity: 13 Litres
Consumption average: 48.5 mpg
Standing 1/4 Mile: 14.2 sec / 88 mph
Top Speed: 110 mph

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Harley Davidson XLS 1000 Roadster (1982-85)

admin — Sun, 26 Mar 2023 06:41:09 +0000

The Harley Davidson XLS 1000 Roadster is a motorcycle model made between 1982-1985. It has a four-stroke, 45 degree V-Twin engine with two valves per cylinder, with a 998cc capacity and a cooling system of air-cooled compression ratio of 8.8:1. The bike starts with an electric system and has a maximum power of 57 horsepower at 6000 rpm, and max torque of 55 ft-lb at 4000 rpm. It has a 4-speed transmission and a chain final drive. The motorcycle has a single down-tube cradle frame, with tele-hydraulic forks for front suspension and dual shocks swinging arm for rear suspension. For braking, it has two 254mm discs in the front and a single 292mm disc in the rear. The front tyre is MJ 90-19 and the rear tyre is MT90-16. The wet weight of this motorcycle is 249kg/542lbs with fuel capacity of 15 litres/3.9 US gal.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Harley Davidson XLS 1000 Roadster

Year: 1982 – 85
Engine: Four stroke, 45 degrees V-Twin, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder
Capacity: 998 cc / 60.8 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 81 x 96.8 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 8.8;1
Induction: 38mm Keihin carburetor
Ignition: Transistorized
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 57 hp / 41.7 kW @ 6000 rpm
Max Torque: 55 ft-lb / 74 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Transmission: 4 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Frame: Single down tube cradle
Front Suspension: Telehydraulic forks
Rear Suspension: Dual shocks swinging arm fork
Front Brakes: 2x 254mm discs
Rear Brakes: Single 292mm disc
Front Tyre: MJ 90-19
Rear Tyre: MT90-16
Wet Weight: 249 kg / 542 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 15 Litres / 3.9 US gal

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