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NSU 251 OSL WH
1941Allround

NSU 251 OSL WH

Key specifications

Engine
242 cc
Power
11 HP
Weight
144 kg
Fuel type
petrol
Fuel capacity
2.9 L
Front brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)

Technical details

Source specification data

Make
NSU
Model
251 OSL WH
Category
Allround
Power
10.50 HP (7.7 kW)) @ 5300 RPM
Top Speed
95.0 km/h (59.0 mph)
Fuel System
Carburettor. Amal
Bore X Stroke
64.0 x 75.0 mm (2.5 x 3.0 inches)
Displacement
242.00 ccm (14.77 cubic inches)
Cooling System
Air
Engine Details
Single cylinder, four-stroke
Dry Weight
144.0 kg (317.5 pounds)
Fuel Capacity
11.00 litres (2.91 gallons)
Overall Width
780 mm (30.7 inches)
Overall Height
950 mm (37.4 inches)
Overall Length
2,040 mm (80.3 inches)
Power Weight Ratio
0.0729 HP/kg
Seat
Single
Wheels
Spoked
Rear Tyre
3-19
Frame Type
Steel
Front Tyre
3-19
Rear Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)