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Sunbeam S7 500
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Sunbeam S7 500

Key specifications

Engine
487 cc
Power
24 HP
Weight
194 kg
Fuel type
petrol
Front brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)

Technical details

Source specification data

Make
Sunbeam
Model
S7 500
Category
Sport touring
Starter
Kick
Color Options
Black/ green
Power
24.00 HP (17.5 kW)) @ 5800 RPM
Clutch
Dry singleplate
Top Speed
121.0 km/h (75.2 mph)
Fuel System
Carburettor
Bore X Stroke
70.0 x 63.5 mm (2.8 x 2.5 inches)
Compression
6.5:1
Displacement
487.00 ccm (29.72 cubic inches)
Cooling System
Oil & air
Engine Details
Twin, four-stroke
Lubrication System
Wet sump
Transmission Type Final Drive
Shaft drive (cardan)
Dry Weight
194.0 kg (427.7 pounds)
Power Weight Ratio
0.1237 HP/kg
Seat
Single
Wheels
Spoked
Rear Tyre
4.50-16
Frame Type
Twin cradle
Front Tyre
4.50-16
Rear Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Suspension
Plungers
Front Suspension
Telescopic

Available colors

Black/ green