1947 Sunbeam S7 500

General motorcycle information

Model

Sunbeam S7 500

Year

1947

Engine and transmission

Displacement

29.72 cubic inches (487.0 ccm)

Engine type

Twin, 4 stroke

Power

24.0 horsepowers (17.9 kiloWatts) at 5800 RPM

Torque

Compression

6.5:1

Bore x stroke

4.27 x 3.87 inches (70.0 x 63.5 mm)

Fuel system

Carburettor

Fuel control

Overhead Cams (OHC)

Cooling system

Oil and air

Gearbox

Transmission type, final drive

Shaft drive (cardan)

Starter

Kick

Fuel consumption

Top speed

121.0 kmh (75.2 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre

4.50-16

Rear tyre

4.50-16

Front brake

Expanding brake (drum)

Front brakes diameter

12.20 inches (200.0 mm)

Rear brake

Expanding brake (drum)

Rear brakes diameter

12.20 inches (200.0 mm)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight

427.7 pounds (194.0 kg)

Seat height

Wheelbase

85.4 inches (1400 mm)

Ground clearance

Fuel capacity

Oil capacity

Further motorcycle information

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