1965 Allstate SR 250 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by Allstate for the allround motorcycle segment, the 1965 Allstate SR 250 pairs a 250 cc (15.3 cu in) air-cooled twin, two-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 16 HP (11.7 kW) at 5,800 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through chain final drive. With a specific output of 64 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the SR 250 measures 140.2 kg (309 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.11 HP/kg (8.76 kg per horsepower).
Within MotoLibrary's Allstate archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 1964 to 1968, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
64 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.11 HP/kg (8.76 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement250.0 ccm (15.26 cubic inches)
Engine TypeTwin, two-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Power16.0 HP (11.7 kW)) @ 5800 RPM
Bore x Stroke45.0 x 78.0 mm (1.8 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor
CoolingAir
Transmission
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed80.0 km/h (49.7 mph)
Chassis
Front SuspensionTelescopic
Wheels & Brakes
Front BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
WheelsSpoked
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight140.2 kg (309.0 pounds)
Power/Weight0.1142 HP/kg
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