Yamaha TX650 III (1975-76)

The Yamaha TX650 III motorcycle was produced between 1975-76 and had a four-stroke, parallel twin-cylinder engine with a capacity of 653cc. It featured a compression ratio of 8.4:1, air-cooled system, wet sump lubrication, and induction through two Mikuni carburetors. The ignition system consisted of a battery and induction coil, and the bike had both electric and kick start options. The maximum power output was 39.5 kW (53 hp) at 7200 rpm, with a peak torque of 54 Nm (39.8 lb-ft) at 6800 rpm. The bike had a five-speed transmission and a chain final drive. Suspension included telescopic forks on the front and dual shock absorbers at the back. Braking was provided by a single disc on the front and a drum on the rear, with 3.50H-19 4PR and 4.00H-18 4PR tires on the front and rear respectively. The machine had a wheelbase of 1435mm (56.5″) and measures 2179mm (85.8”) in length, 899mm (35.4”) in width, and 1161mm (45.7”) in height, with a dry weight of 191kg (420lbs). The fuel tank capacity was 15 liters (4.0 US gal) and average consumption was recorded at 5.0 L/100 km (47 US mpg). The bike had a top speed of 185 km/h (115 mph) and an oil capacity of 2.5 Liters (2.6 US qts).

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Make Model: Yamaha XS 650 / TX 650A