Positioned in aermacchi's sport motorcycle lineup, the 1962 aermacchi chimera 175 pairs a 172 cc (10.5 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 60.0 x 61.0 mm (2.4 x 2.4 inches) with a 7.0:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the chimera 175 measures 122 kg (269 lbs) dry.
Within MotoLibrary's aermacchi archive, this model family spans 10 indexed model years from 1956 to 1965, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Use this page to compare this motorcycle by its real specifications, not only by model name. Focus on the details that affect fit, comfort, handling, range and ownership.
Weight
Compare weight carefully because it affects low-speed handling, parking and confidence.
Brakes
Brake setup is worth comparing if you ride in traffic, mountains or with a passenger.
Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
