Millet Motorcycle
1895Allround

Millet Motorcycle

Key specifications

Engine
625 cc
Power
1 HP
Fuel type
petrol
Transmission
1-speed

Technical details

Source specification data

Make
Millet
Model
Motorcycle
Category
Allround
Comments
First
motorcycle to use pneumatic tires.
Pedals
in addition to engine.
Prototype
shown in 1892.
Power
1.20 HP (0.9 kW)) @ 180 RPM
Gearbox
1-speed
Ignition
Bunsen cell/ignition coil hybrid
Top Speed
35.0 km/h (21.7 mph)
Driveline
Direct
Engine Type
5-cylinder rotary engine mounted on rear wheel
Fuel System
Carburettor. Surface carburetor
Displacement
625.00 ccm (38.14 cubic inches)
Cooling System
Air
Engine Details
Radial
Frame Type
Steel