1928
Zündapp EM 300 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 735407 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport |
| Make | Zündapp |
| Model | EM 300 |
| Year | 1928 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
|---|---|
| Frontsuspension | Webb fork |
| Fronttyre | 2.85-26 |
| Rearbrakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rearsuspension | Rigid |
| Reartyre | 2.85-26 |
| Seat | Single |
| Wheels | Spoked |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 68.0 x 82.5 mm (2.7 x 3.2 inches) |
|---|---|
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Displacement | 298.00 ccm (18.18 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor. Amac |
| Gearbox | 3-speed |
| Power | 8.00 HP (5.8 kW)) @ 3000 RPM |
| Topspeed | 90.0 km/h (55.9 mph) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Other Specifications
| Starter | Kick |
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Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 100.0 kg (220.5 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Powerweightratio | 0.0800 HP/kg |
About Zündapp
Country of Origin:
Germany
Founder:
Fritz Neumeyer, Friedrich Krupp, and Thiel
Best Known For:
Robust pre/postwar motorcycles; later famous mopeds
Company History
Zündapp traversed every chapter of German motor history—from stout prewar tourers to beloved postwar mopeds that carried students and workers. Engineering emphasized longevity: good metallurgy, careful tolerances, and parts availability. Economic shifts ended production, but the marque remains a byword for durability and handsome, purposeful design that still charms at vintage meets.