Adler Favorit

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Adler Favorit
Manufacturer
Production 1957
Class Classic
Engine
air-cooled, two-stroke, in-line two cylinder
Bore / Stroke 53.3mm x 53.3mm
Compression ratio 6.6:1
Horsepower 15.96 HP (11.9 KW) @ 5600RPM
Transmission Gear box: 4-speed, manual

Final Drive: chain

Clutch: manual
Suspension Front: cartridge fork
Rear: adjustable plunger shock absorbers
Brakes Front: 180mm drum
Rear: 180mm drum
Front Tire 3.25 x 16
Rear Tire 3.50 x 16
Wheelbase 49.49 inches (1257 mm)
Length 77.8 inches (1976 mm)
Width 24.41 inches (620 mm)
Weight 165.0 kg (wet)
Fuel Capacity 1.06 Gallon (4.00 Liters)
Manuals Service Manual


The Adler Favorit was a air-cooled, two-stroke, in-line two cylinder Classic motorcycle produced by Adler in 1957. Claimed horsepower was 15.96 HP (11.9 KW) @ 5600 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 53.3mm bore x 53.3mm stroke result in a displacement of just 247.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

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

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 3.25 x 16 front tire and a 3.50 x 16 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 180mm drum in the front and a 180mm drum in the rear. The front suspension was a cartridge fork while the rear was equiped with a adjustable plunger shock absorbers. The Favorit was fitted with a 1.06 Gallon (4.00 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 49.49 inches (1257 mm) long.

1957 - 1960 Adler Favorit[edit | edit source]

1957 - 1960 Adler Favorit 1957 - 1960 Adler Favorit

The 1957 Adler Favorit sports an air-cooled, two-stroke, in-line two cylinder engine paired to a four-speed manual transmission, and can produce 16 horsepower at 5600 rpm. This reliable machine boasts standard features such as laced wheels, a single, sprung seat, a rear luggage rack, and a dual exhaust system. In addition, as almost all, late Adler models, it offered one of the most comfortable rides on the market, thanks to its plunger frame.