Vahrenkamp Diesel 462: history, specs, pictures

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Vahrenkamp Diesel 462
Manufacturer
Production 2008 - 2011
Engine
diesel
Bore / Stroke 88.0mm x 76.0mm
Top Speed 65 mph (105 km/h)
Horsepower 10.73 HP (8.0 KW) @ 3600RPM
Torque 19.33 ft/lbs (26.2 Nm) @ 2000RPM
Fuel System injection
Transmission Gear box: 4-speed

Final Drive: chain

Clutch: wet, 4-disc
Suspension Front: telescopic fork
Rear: swingarm, double shock
Brakes Front: double disc
Rear: single disc
Weight 396.83 pounds (180.0 Kg) (dry),
Fuel Consumption 2.20 liters/100 km (45.5 km/l or 106.92 mpg)
Manuals Service Manual


The Vahrenkamp Diesel 462 was a diesel standard produced by Vahrenkamp between 2008 and 2011. It could reach a top speed of 65 mph (105 km/h). Max torque was 19.33 ft/lbs (26.2 Nm) @ 2000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 10.73 HP (8.0 KW) @ 3600 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a air cooled diesel. A 88.0mm bore x 76.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 462.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 4-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the wet, 4-disc.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

Stopping was achieved via double disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a swingarm, double shock. The bike weighed just 396.83 pounds (180.0 Kg).