1958 NSU Prima III

NSU Prima III 1958


1958 NSU Prima III specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

General information
Model name NSU Prima III
Year of manufacture 1958
Type Scooter
Rating 2.8  View the detailed rating of value for money, design and look, reliability, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Engine size 146.0 ccm (8.91 cubic inches)
Type of engine Single cylinder, two-stroke
Output 7.7 HP (5.6 kW)) @ 5200 RPM
Top speed 84.0 km/h (52.2 mph)
Compression 6.5:1
Bore x stroke 57.0 x 57.6 mm (2.2 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel system Carburettor. Bing
Ignition Magneto
Cooling system Air
Gearbox 4-speed
Transmission type Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Fuel consumption 2.50 litres/100 km (40.0 km/l or 94.09 mpg)
Greenhouse gases 58.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Tubular
Front tire 3.50-10
Rear tire 3.50-10
Front brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Wheels Spoked
Seat Two single seats
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 131.0 kg (288.8 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.0588 HP/kg
Overall height 965 mm (38.0 inches)
Overall length 1920 mm (75.6 inches)
Overall width 650 mm (25.6 inches)
Fuel capacity 12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons)
Other specifications
Starter Electric
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Further information
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