NSU Delphin III: history, specs, pictures
The NSU Delphin III was a twin, four-stroke sport motorcycle produced between 1951 and 1956. It could reach a top speed of 211 mph (339 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 107.68 HP (80.3 KW) @ 8500 RPM.
Engine
The engine was a air cooled twin, four-stroke. A 63.0mm bore x 80.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 498.7 cubic centimeters.
Chassis
It came with a 3.25-18 front tire and a 3.50-20 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 601.86 pounds (273.0 Kg).
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| 'NSU Delphin III' | |
| Manufacturer | [[NSU]] |
|---|---|
| Production | 1951 - 1956 |
| Class | [[:Category:Racing motorcycles|Racing]] [[Category:Racing motorcycles]] |
| Engine | twin, four-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 63.0mm x 80.0mm |
| Top Speed | 211 mph (339 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 107.68 HP (80.3 KW) @ 8500RPM |
| Fuel System | carburetor |
| Brakes | Front: expanding brake (drum brake) Rear: expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front Tire | 3.25-18 |
| Rear Tire | 3.50-20 |
| Length | 145.67 inches (3700 mm) |
| Width | 25.2 inches (640 mm) |
| Height | 43.31 inches (1100 mm) |
| Weight | 601.86 pounds (273.0 Kg) (dry), |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The NSU Delphin III was a twin, four-stroke Racing motorcycle produced by NSU between 1951 and 1956. It could reach a top speed of 211 mph (339 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 107.68 HP (80.3 KW) @ 8500 RPM.
Engine
The engine was a air cooled twin, four-stroke. A 63.0mm bore x 80.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 498.7 cubic centimeters.
Chassis
It came with a 3.25-18 front tire and a 3.50-20 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 601.86 pounds (273.0 Kg).