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Super Rocket

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1965 BSA Super Rocket Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around BSA's allround motorcycle platform, the 1965 BSA Super Rocket features a 646 cc (39.4 cu in) air-cooled twin, four-stroke configuration. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 70.0 x 84.0 mm (2.8 x 3.3 inches).

On the scales, the Super Rocket measures 186 kg (410 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,391 mm (54.8 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry.

Within MotoLibrary's BSA archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 1964 to 1966, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Engine
Displacement 646.0 ccm (39.42 cubic inches)
Engine Type Twin, four-stroke
Engine Details Twin, four-stroke
Bore x Stroke 70.0 x 84.0 mm (2.8 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel System Carburettor
Fuel Control Overhead Valves (OHV)
Lubrication Wet sump
Cooling Air
Transmission
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Chassis
Front Suspension Hydralic telescopic forks
Rear Suspension Twin shock
Wheelbase 1391 mm (54.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 3.25-19
Rear Tyre 3.25-19
Front Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 186.0 kg (410.1 pounds)
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