1940
Zündapp K 500 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 984457 |
|---|---|
| Category | Allround |
| Make | Zündapp |
| Model | K 500 |
| Year | 1940 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
|---|---|
| Frontsuspension | Telescopic |
| Fronttyre | 3.50-19 |
| Rearbrakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rearsuspension | Rigid |
| Reartyre | 3.50-19 |
| Seat | Two single seats |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 69.0 x 66.6 mm (2.7 x 2.6 inches) |
|---|---|
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Displacement | 498.00 ccm (30.39 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor. Bing 22mm |
| Power | 16.00 HP (11.7 kW)) @ 4500 RPM |
| Topspeed | 105.0 km/h (65.2 mph) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
Other Specifications
| Starter | Kick |
|---|
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 180.0 kg (396.8 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Powerweightratio | 0.0889 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.