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NSU Superlux
1955Sportbike

NSU Superlux

Key specifications

Engine
198 cc
Power
11 HP
Weight
152 kg
Fuel type
petrol
Fuel capacity
3.7 L
Front brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)

Technical details

Source specification data

Make
NSU
Model
Superlux
Category
Sport
Starter
Kick
Power
11.00 HP (8.0 kW)) @ 5250 RPM
Fuel System
Carburettor. Bing
Bore X Stroke
62.0 x 66.0 mm (2.4 x 2.6 inches)
Compression
6.0:1
Displacement
198.00 ccm (12.08 cubic inches)
Cooling System
Air
Engine Details
Single cylinder, two-stroke
Dry Weight
152.0 kg (335.1 pounds)
Fuel Capacity
14.00 litres (3.70 gallons)
Overall Width
670 mm (26.4 inches)
Overall Height
990 mm (39.0 inches)
Overall Length
2,030 mm (79.9 inches)
Power Weight Ratio
0.0724 HP/kg
Seat
Single spring-mounted
Wheels
Spoked
Rear Tyre
3-19
Front Tyre
3-19
Rear Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)