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General information |
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Model name
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Sunbeam S8 500 |
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Year
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1950 |
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Category
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Sport touring |
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Rating
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3.3 See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike. |
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Engine and transmission |
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Displacement
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487.0 ccm (29.72 cubic inches) |
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Engine type
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Twin, four-stroke |
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Power
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24.0 HP (17.5 kW)) @ 6000 RPM |
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Top speed
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120.0 km/h (74.6 mph) |
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Compression
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6.5:1 |
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Bore x stroke
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70.0 x 63.5 mm (2.8 x 2.5 inches) |
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Fuel system
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Carburettor |
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Fuel control
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Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
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Lubrication system
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Wet sump |
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Cooling system
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Oil & air |
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Transmission type
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Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
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Clutch
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Dry singleplate |
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Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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Frame type
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Twin cradle |
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Front suspension
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Telescopic |
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Rear suspension
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Plungers |
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Front tire
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4.50-16 |
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Rear tire
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4.50-16 |
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Front brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
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Rear brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
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Wheels
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Spoked |
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Seat
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Two single seats |
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Physical measures and capacities |
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Dry weight
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187.0 kg (412.3 pounds) |
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Power/weight ratio
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0.1283 HP/kg |
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Wheelbase
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1400 mm (55.1 inches) |
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Other specifications |
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Starter
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Kick |
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Further information |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids. filters, maintenance tools and service manuals at Amazon.com. |
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Rating sample for this Sunbeam bike
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Value for money for the 1950 Sunbeam S8 500:
 (73.2 out of 100)
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