1958 NSU Prima III

NSU Prima III
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NSU Prima III
NSU Prima III

General motorcycle information

Model
NSU Prima III
Year
1958
Category
Scooter
Rating
  2.8 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
8.91 cubic inches (146.0 ccm)
Engine type
Single cylinder, 2 stroke
Power
7.7 horsepowers (5.7 kiloWatts) at 5200 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
6.5:1
Bore x stroke
3.48 x 3.51 inches (57.0 x 57.6 mm)
Fuel system
Carburettor
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
4-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Shaft drive (cardan)
Starter
Electric
Fuel consumption
2.50 litres/100 km, 40.0 km/l or 94.1 mpg
Top speed
84.0 kmh (52.2 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.50-10
Rear tyre
3.50-10
Front brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
288.8 pounds (131.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
-
Overall length
117.2 inches (1920 mm)
Overall width
39.7 inches (650 mm)
Overall height
58.9 inches (965 mm)
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
3.17 gallons (12.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

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