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DKW SB 500A 19371937 DKW SB 500A specifications, pictures, reviews and rating |
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| General information | |
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| Model | DKW SB 500A |
| Year of manufacture | 1937 |
| Type | Allround |
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| Engine and transmission | |
| Engine size | 494.0 ccm (30.14 cubic inches) |
| Type of engine | 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 | Chain (final drive) |
| 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 | |
| Front suspension | Girder fork coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Rigid- |
| Front tire | 3.50-19 |
| Rear tire | 3.50-19 |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Physical measures and capacities | |
| 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 US gallons) |
| Other specifications | |
| Starter | Electric |
| Light | Twin headlights |
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| Further information | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids. filters, maintenance tools and service manuals at Amazon.com. |
| Ask questions | Join the 37 DKW SB 500A discussion group or the general DKW discussion group. |
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