1957
Sparta NL200 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 878451 |
|---|---|
| Category | Allround |
| Make | Sparta |
| Model | NL200 |
| Year | 1957 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
|---|---|
| Fronttyre | 3-19 |
| Rearbrakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Reartyre | 3-19 |
Engine & Transmission
| Coolingsystem | Air |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 200.00 ccm (12.20 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Twin, two-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
About Sparta
Country of Origin:
Netherlands
Founder:
Sparta (Verkoopmaatschappij Sparta N.V.)
Best Known For:
Bicycles, mopeds, and step-throughs that defined Dutch everyday mobility
Company History
Sparta’s mopeds and light motorcycles echoed Dutch cycling culture: upright ergonomics, chain guards, luggage practicality, and weather-resistant finishes. Postwar models carried workers and students across flat, windy landscapes where reliability mattered more than speed. As bicycles and e-bikes reclaimed dominance, Sparta leaned back into pedal power, but its motorized chapter remains woven into the Netherlands’ mobility history—quiet, frugal machines trusted by millions. Historically, Sparta proves that design for context—short trips, frequent stops, all-weather use—creates enduring affection. Even today, a tidy Sparta moped conjures brick lanes, canal bridges, and the idea that transport should feel effortless and neighborly.