DKW RT159: history, specs, pictures
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| DKW RT159 | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Also called | RT 159 |
| Production | 1969 |
| Engine | single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 38.0mm x 44.0mm |
| Top Speed | 50 mph (80 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 5.23 HP (3.9 KW) @ 7000RPM |
| Fuel System | carburetor. bing |
| Transmission | Final Drive: chain |
| Suspension | Front: telescopic fork Rear: swingarm |
| Brakes | Front: expanding brake (drum brake) Rear: expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Seat Height | 29.92 inches (760 mm) |
| Weight | 187.39 pounds (85.0 Kg) (dry), |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.43 Gallon (13.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The DKW RT159 was a single cylinder, two-stroke standard produced by DKW in 1969. It could reach a top speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 5.23 HP (3.9 KW) @ 7000 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a air cooled single cylinder, two-stroke. A 38.0mm bore x 44.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 49.6 cubic centimeters.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a swingarm. The RT159 was fitted with a 3.43 Gallon (13.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 187.39 pounds (85.0 Kg).