| General information |
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| Model: | DKW SB 500A |
| Year: | 1937 |
| Category: | Allround |
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| Engine and transmission |
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| Displacement: | 494.0 ccm (30.14 cubic inches) |
| Engine type: | Twin, two-stroke |
| Engine details: | Combined two 247cc cylinders on a single block |
| Top speed: | 115.0 km/h (71.5 mph) |
| Compression: | 5.7:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 68.0 x 68.0 mm (2.7 x 2.7 inches) |
| Fuel system: | Carburettor. Bing |
| Cooling system: | Liquid |
Transmission type,
final drive: | Chain |
| Clutch: | Foot-operated |
| Fuel consumption: | 3.50 litres/100 km (28.6 km/l or 67.21 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases: | 81.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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| Front suspension: | Girder fork coil spring |
| Rear suspension: | Rigid- |
| Front tyre: | 3.50-19 |
| Rear tyre: | 3.50-19 |
| Front brakes: | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes: | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Physical measures and capacities |
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| Dry weight: | 235.0 kg (518.1 pounds) |
| Seat height: | 675 mm (26.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall length: | 2125 mm (83.7 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 1385 mm (54.5 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 13.00 litres (3.43 gallons) |
| Other specifications |
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| Starter: | Electric |
| Light: | Twin headlights |
| Further information |
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| Ask questions | Join the 37 DKW SB 500A discussion group or the general DKW discussion group. |
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