1966 aermacchi ala d oro Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 1966 aermacchi ala d oro allround motorcycle, aermacchi pairs a 246 cc (15 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 24.8 HP (18.1 kW) at 8,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 100.8 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the ala d oro measures 110 kg (243 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.23 HP/kg (4.44 kg per horsepower). The 17-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 170 km/h (106 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's aermacchi archive, this model family spans 9 indexed model years from 1960 to 1968, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
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Power
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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