NSU 501 SS: history, specs, pictures
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| NSU 501 SS | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 1928 - 1934 |
| Engine | single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 80.0mm x 99.0mm |
| Top Speed | 78 mph (125 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 19.58 HP (14.6 KW) @ 4800RPM |
| Fuel System | carburetor |
| Transmission | Final Drive: chain |
| Brakes | Front: expanding brake (drum brake) Rear: expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front Tire | 2.50-26 |
| Rear Tire | 3.25-26 |
| Wheelbase | 54.72 inches (1390 mm) |
| Weight | 348.33 pounds (158.0 Kg) (dry), |
| Fuel Capacity | 2.91 Gallon (11.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The NSU 501 SS was a single cylinder, four-stroke standard produced by NSU between 1928 and 1934. It could reach a top speed of 78 mph (125 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 19.58 HP (14.6 KW) @ 4800 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a air cooled single cylinder, four-stroke. A 80.0mm bore x 99.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 494.0 cubic centimeters.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 2.50-26 front tire and a 3.25-26 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The 501 SS was fitted with a 2.91 Gallon (11.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 348.33 pounds (158.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 54.72 inches (1390 mm) long.