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mbs 250 favorit

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39 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.1 hp/kg
Top Speed
116 km/h
Engine
250 ccm

1959 adler mbs 250 favorit Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in adler's allround motorcycle lineup, the 1959 adler mbs 250 favorit features a 250 cc (15.3 cu in) air-cooled twin, two-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 16 HP (11.7 kW) at 5,600 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 64 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the mbs 250 favorit measures 165 kg (364 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.1 HP/kg (10.31 kg per horsepower). The 15-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 116 km/h (72 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's adler archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 1957 to 1960, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
64 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.1 HP/kg (10.31 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement 250.0 ccm (15.26 cubic inches)
Engine Type Twin, two-stroke
Engine Details Twin, two-stroke
Power 16.0 HP (11.7 kW)) @ 5600 RPM
Bore x Stroke 54.0 x 54.0 mm (2.1 x 2.1 inches)
Fuel System Carburettor
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 4-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Wet multiplate
Performance
Top Speed 116.0 km/h (72.1 mph)
Chassis
Frame Type Semi double cradle
Rear Suspension Two schock
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 3.25-16
Rear Tyre 3.50-16
Front Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Brake Ø 180 mm (7.1 inches)
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Ø 180 mm (7.1 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 165.0 kg (363.8 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.0970 HP/kg
Fuel Capacity 15.00 litres (3.96 US gallons)
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