2012 Sommer Diesel 462. Image credits - Sommer.
Sommer's profilation of this bike
Kult-urtyp, handmade in Germany.
General information
Model
Sommer Diesel 462
Model year
2012
Category
Allround
Price as new Euro 8750. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Rating
3.5 Check out the detailed rating of reliability, maintenance costs, value for money, etc. Compare with any other motorcycle.
Engine and transmission
Displacement
462.0 ccm (28.19 cubic inches)
Engine type
Diesel
Engine details
Hatz 1B40 engine
Power output
11.0 HP (8.0 kW )) @ 3500 RPM
Torque
26.3 Nm (2.7 kgf-m or 19.4 ft.lbs) @ 2000 RPM
Top speed
99.0 km/h (61.5 mph)
Max RPM
4000
Compression
20.5:1
Bore x stroke
88.0 x 76.0 mm (3.5 x 3.0 inches)
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel system
Injection
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
4-speed
Transmission type
Chain (final drive)
Clutch
Mulitiplate in oil bath
Fuel consumption
2.25 litres/100 km (44.4 km/l or 104.54 mpg)
Greenhouse gases
52.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type
Steel tube
Rake (fork angle)
25.0°
Front suspension
Telescopi fork
Front wheel travel
150 mm (5.9 inches)
Rear suspension
Swing arm
Rear wheel travel
120 mm (4.7 inches)
Front tire
3.25-19
Rear tire
3.50-19
Front brakes
Single disc. Optional drum brake
Diameter
177 mm (7.0 inches)
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Diameter
152 mm (6.0 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight
180.0 kg (396.8 pounds)
Power/weight ratio
0.0611 HP/kg
Seat height
760 mm (29.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Wheelbase
1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Fuel capacity
13.50 litres (3.57 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options
Black, red, silver, yellow, blue
Starter
Electric
Electrical
Iskra 1 kW starter. Alternator 200W.
Factory warranty
2 year factory warranty
Comments
Modified Royal Enfield bike. Sommer is a Germnan brand.
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