Sunbeam Model 5

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Sunbeam Model 5
Manufacturer
Production 1925
Engine
Single cylinder, side valve
Compression ratio 5:1
Top Speed 97 km/h / 60 mph
Transmission Final Drive: Chain
Frame Single downtube cradle
Suspension Front: Druid forks
Rear: Rigid, spring loaded saddle
Brakes Front: Drum
Rear: Drum
Weight 108 kg / 238 lbs (dry),
Manuals Service Manual


It could reach a top speed of 97 km/h / 60 mph.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a Air cooled cooled Single cylinder, side valve. The engine featured a 5:1 compression ratio.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Druid forks while the rear was equipped with a Rigid, spring loaded saddle. The bike weighed just 108 kg / 238 lbs.

Photos[edit | edit source]

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Overview[edit | edit source]

Make Model. Sunbeam Model 5
Year 1925
Engine Type Single cylinder, side valve
Displacement 499 cc / 30.5 cu in
Bore X Stroke 77 x 105.585 x 88 mm
Compression 5:1
Cooling System Air cooled
Exhaust Single
Starting Kick
Max Power 2.6 kW / 3.5 hp
Final Drive Chain
Frame Single downtube cradle
Front Suspension Druid forks
Rear Suspension Rigid, spring loaded saddle
Front Brakes Drum
Rear Brakes Drum
Wheels Steel, laced wire spokes
Dry Weight 108 kg / 238 lbs
Top Speed 97 km/h / 60 mph