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NSU 1.75 HP 1902

NSU 1.75 HP 1902
NSU 1.75 HP 1902 · Photo: Zweiradmuseum Neckarsulm, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Spec sheet
MODELNSU 1.75 HP 1902
Year1902
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, 4-stroke
Displacement / Capacity240 cc / 14.6 cu in
Bore X Stroke—
Compression Ratio—
Cooling SystemAir cooled
Max Power1.29 kW / 1.75 hp @ 1500 rpm (up to 2.4 kW / 3.25 hp with optional engines)
Max Torque—
IgnitionMagneto
Induction—
Start SystemBicycle-type pedal
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Lubrication—
Gear Box—
Clutch—
Final DriveChain
CHASSIS SPECS
FrameSteel
Front Suspension—
Rear Suspension—
Front Brakes—
Rear Brakes—
DIMENSION SPECS
Overall Length—
Overall Width—
Overall Height—
Seat Height—
Wheelbase—
Ground Clearance—
Dry Weight—
Wet Weight—
WHEEL SPECS
Front Tyre—
Rear Tyre—
FUEL SYSTEM
Fuel Capacity—
Fuel Consumption—
Top Speed45 km/h / 28 mph
NSU file

NSU's early machine with a bought-in Swiss Zedel engine, bolted into a strengthened bicycle-style frame. A later version added NSU's own carburettor and magneto ignition, and stronger engines were offered as options.