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NSU 501T
1929Allround

NSU 501T

Key specifications

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

Technical details

Source specification data

Make
NSU
Model
501T
Category
Allround
Starter
Kick
Power
11.00 HP (8.0 kW)) @ 4000 RPM
Gearbox
3-speed
Ignition
Magneto
Top Speed
100.0 km/h (62.1 mph)
Fuel System
Carburettor
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
158.0 kg (348.3 pounds)
Fuel Capacity
12.00 litres (3.17 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
0.0696 HP/kg
Wheels
Spoked
Rear Tyre
3.50-26
Frame Type
Double steel
Front Tyre
3.50-26
Rear Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)