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NSU 501 OSL 19381938 NSU 501 OSL specifications, pictures, reviews and rating |
| General information | |
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| Model name | NSU 501 OSL |
| Year | 1938 |
| Category | Sport |
| Rating | 2.9 Check out the detailed rating of racing track capabilities, engine performance, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other bike. |
| Engine and transmission | |
| Displacement | 494.0 ccm (30.14 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Power | 22.0 HP (16.1 kW)) @ 5150 RPM |
| Top speed | 130.0 km/h (80.8 mph) |
| Bore x stroke | 80.0 x 99.0 mm (3.1 x 3.9 inches) |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Graetzin KE 27/45 |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Frame type | Steel |
| Front tire | 3.25-19 |
| Rear tire | 3.25-19 |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Wheels | Spoked |
| Seat | Single |
| Physical measures and capacities | |
| Dry weight | 150.0 kg (330.7 pounds) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.1467 HP/kg |
| Overall height | 1000 mm (39.4 inches) |
| Overall length | 2180 mm (85.8 inches) |
| Overall width | 850 mm (33.5 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1420 mm (55.9 inches) |
| Other specifications | |
| Starter | Kick |
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| Further information | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids. filters, maintenance tools and service manuals at Amazon.com. |
| Ask questions | Join the 38 NSU 501 OSL discussion group or the general NSU discussion group. |
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Reliability for the 1938 NSU 501 OSL:  (52.7 out of 100)Click here for complete rating. |
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