1979 Maico Magnum 440 Specifications and Specs

Specifications and workshop reference information for the 1979 Maico Magnum 440, including engine, chassis, service data and setup details.

Note: Specs are compiled from factory data, manuals and owner feedback. Bikes vary — if yours is different, jump into the forum and share it.

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General Specifications

Engine Type	Air-cooled single-cylinder 2-stroke
Displacement	438 cc
Bore × Stroke	82 mm × 82 mm
Compression Ratio	Approx. 11.0:1
Maximum Power	Approx. 44 hp
Maximum Torque	Not Published
Carburetor	Bing 40 mm
Lubrication	Premix
Fuel Mix Ratio	25:1
Ignition	Bosch Motoplat Magneto
Spark Plug	Bosch W260T1
Spark Plug Gap	0.5 mm

Transmission

Transmission Type	5-speed manual
Clutch	Wet multi-plate
Primary Reduction	Not Published
Final Reduction	15T / 52T
Overall Reduction	Not Published

Dimensions

Overall Length	2190 mm
Overall Width	820 mm
Overall Height	1230 mm
Wheelbase	1480 mm
Ground Clearance	330 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	11.5 L

Chassis

Frame Type	Chrome-moly steel single backbone
Caster Angle	Approx. 28°
Trail	Approx. 120 mm
Front Suspension	Maico telescopic forks
Rear Suspension	Twin shock swingarm
Front Suspension Travel	280 mm
Rear Suspension Travel	250 mm

Brakes & Wheels

Front Tire	3.00-21
Rear Tire	4.50-18
Front Brake	Single leading shoe drum
Rear Brake	Drum

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