DKW NZ500: history, specs, pictures
The DKW NZ500 was a twin, two-stroke allround motorcycle produced between 1939 and 1941. It could reach a top speed of 71 mph (115 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 18.1 HP (13.5 KW) @ 4200 RPM.
Engine
The engine was a air cooled twin, two-stroke. A 64.0mm bore x 76.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 489.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive
The final drive was via chain.
Chassis
It came with a 3.5-19 front tire and a 3.5-19 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The bike weighed just 429.9 pounds (195.0 Kg).
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| DKW NZ500 | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Also called | NZ 500 |
| Production | 1939 - 1941 |
| Class | Road |
| Engine | twin, two-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 64.0mm x 76.0mm |
| Top Speed | 71 mph (115 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 18.1 HP (13.5 KW) @ 4200RPM |
| Fuel System | carburetor |
| Transmission | Final Drive: chain |
| Brakes | Front: expanding brake (drum brake) Rear: expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front Tire | 3.5-19 |
| Rear Tire | 3.5-19 |
| Weight | 429.9 pounds (195.0 Kg) (dry), |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The DKW NZ500 was a twin, two-stroke Road motorcycle produced by DKW between 1939 and 1941. It could reach a top speed of 71 mph (115 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 18.1 HP (13.5 KW) @ 4200 RPM.
Engine
The engine was a air cooled twin, two-stroke. A 64.0mm bore x 76.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 489.0 cubic centimeters.
Chassis
It came with a 3.5-19 front tire and a 3.5-19 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The bike weighed just 429.9 pounds (195.0 Kg).