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NSU 501 TS
1930Allround

NSU 501 TS

Key specifications

Engine
494 cc
Power
11 HP
Weight
185 kg
Fuel type
petrol
Fuel capacity
3.4 L
Transmission
3-speed
Front brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)

Technical details

Source specification data

Make
NSU
Model
501 TS
Category
Allround
Starter
Kick
Power
11.00 HP (8.0 kW)) @ 4000 RPM
Gearbox
3-speed
Ignition
Magneto Bosch
Top Speed
100.0 km/h (62.1 mph)
Fuel System
Carburettor. Amac
Bore X Stroke
80.0 x 99.0 mm (3.1 x 3.9 inches)
Displacement
494.00 ccm (30.14 cubic inches)
Cooling System
Air
Engine Details
Single cylinder, four-stroke
Transmission Type Final Drive
Chain
Dry Weight
185.0 kg (407.9 pounds)
Oil Capacity
2.00 litres (0.13 quarts)
Fuel Capacity
13.00 litres (3.43 gallons)
Overall Width
830 mm (32.7 inches)
Overall Height
1,040 mm (40.9 inches)
Overall Length
2,100 mm (82.7 inches)
Power Weight Ratio
0.0595 HP/kg
Rear Tyre
4-27
Frame Type
Double steel
Front Tyre
3.50-26
Rear Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)