1924
Zündapp Z 249 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 182540 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport |
| Make | Zündapp |
| Model | Z 249 |
| Year | 1924 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
|---|---|
| Frontsuspension | Druid fork |
| Fronttyre | 2.25-24 |
| Rearbrakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rearsuspension | Rigid |
| Reartyre | 2.25-24 |
| Seat | Single |
| Wheels | Spoked |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 68.0 x 82.5 mm (2.7 x 3.2 inches) |
|---|---|
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Displacement | 249.00 ccm (15.19 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor |
| Gearbox | 3-speed |
| Power | 2.75 HP (2.0 kW)) @ 2600 RPM |
| Topspeed | 70.0 km/h (43.5 mph) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Belt |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 76.0 kg (167.6 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Powerweightratio | 0.0362 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.