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38/100Commuter
Power/Weight
0.08 hp/kg
Top Speed
110 km/h
Engine
247 ccm
Technical Overview
1963 Balkan C2 - 250 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 1963 Balkan C2 - 250 touring motorcycle, Balkan pairs a 247.3 cc (15.1 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 12.5 HP (9.1 kW) at 4,800 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 50.5 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the C2 - 250 measures 150 kg (331 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.08 HP/kg (12 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 810 mm (31.9 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance.
Specific Output
50.5 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.08 HP/kg (12 kg/HP)
Standover Height
810 mm (31.9 in)
Engine
Displacement247.3 ccm (15.09 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Power12.5 HP (9.1 kW)) @ 4800 RPM
Compression6.5:1
Bore x Stroke64.0 x 70.0 mm (2.5 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. 29/24 H
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox4-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed110.0 km/h (68.4 mph)
Fuel Consumption3.40 litres/100 km (29.4 km/l or 69.18 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases78.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
ExhaustDouble pipes
Wheels & Brakes
Front BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight150.0 kg (330.7 pounds)
Power/Weight0.0833 HP/kg
Seat Height810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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