NSU Delphin III
1956Sportbike

NSU Delphin III

Key specifications

Engine
499 cc
Power
110 HP
Weight
273 kg
Fuel type
petrol
Front brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)

Technical details

Source specification data

Make
NSU
Model
Delphin III
Category
Sport
Power
110.00 HP (80.3 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
Top Speed
339.0 km/h (210.6 mph)
Fuel System
Carburettor
Bore X Stroke
63.0 x 80.0 mm (2.5 x 3.1 inches)
Displacement
498.74 ccm (30.43 cubic inches)
Engine Details
Twin, four-stroke
Dry Weight
273.0 kg (601.9 pounds)
Overall Width
640 mm (25.2 inches)
Overall Height
1,100 mm (43.3 inches)
Overall Length
3,700 mm (145.7 inches)
Power Weight Ratio
0.4029 HP/kg
Seat
Single
Rear Tyre
3.50-20
Front Tyre
3.25-18
Rear Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)