1928 DKW E 300 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 1928 DKW E 300 sport motorcycle, DKW relies on a 292 cc (17.8 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 74.0 x 68.0 mm (2.9 x 2.7 inches).
On the scales, the E 300 measures 100 kg (220 lbs) dry. The 14-liter (3.7 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 4 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 350 km (217 miles) between fill-ups, while factory top speed is listed at 80 km/h (50 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's DKW archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1928 to 1929, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Theoretical Range
~350 km (217 mi)
Engine
Displacement292.0 ccm (17.82 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Bore x Stroke74.0 x 68.0 mm (2.9 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor
IgnitionMagneto
CoolingAir
Transmission
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed80.0 km/h (49.7 mph)
Fuel Consumption4.00 litres/100 km (25.0 km/l or 58.81 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases92.8 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Use this page to compare this motorcycle by its real specifications, not only by model name. Focus on the details that affect fit, comfort, handling, range and ownership.
Weight
Compare weight carefully because it affects low-speed handling, parking and confidence.
Fuel Capacity
Fuel capacity helps estimate touring range and how often you may need to stop.
Brakes
Brake setup is worth comparing if you ride in traffic, mountains or with a passenger.
Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
