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NSU 3.5 HP 1906

NSU 3.5 HP 1906
NSU 3.5 HP 1906 · Photo: sv1ambo, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Spec sheet
MODELNSU 3.5 HP 1906
Year1906
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, 4-stroke
Displacement / Capacity402 cc / 24.5 cu in
Bore X Stroke—
Compression Ratio—
Cooling SystemAir-cooled
Max Power2.6 kW / 3.5 hp @ 3000 rpm
Max Torque—
IgnitionMagneto
Induction—
Start SystemBicycle-type pedal
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Lubrication—
Gear Box—
Clutch—
Final DriveChain
CHASSIS SPECS
FrameSteel, engine as stressed member
Front Suspension—
Rear Suspension—
Front Brakes—
Rear BrakesHand brake
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 Speed56 km/h / 35 mph
NSU file

A larger single from the early NSU range, with a bigger bore than the 2.5 hp and more power at higher revs. It still used pedal starting and chain drive, with a hand-operated rear brake.