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Motor Cyclone

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Power
45 HP
Top Speed
161 km/h
Engine
996 ccm

1914 Joerns Motor Cyclone Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 1914 Joerns Motor Cyclone sport motorcycle, Joerns pairs a 996 cc (60.8 cu in) v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 45 HP (32.8 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through chain final drive. With a specific output of 45.2 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

Specific Output
45.2 HP/L
Engine
Displacement 996.0 ccm (60.78 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Power 45.0 HP (32.8 kW))
Compression 5.5:1
Bore x Stroke 94.0 x 69.0 mm (3.7 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel System Carburettor
Fuel Control Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Transmission
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed 160.9 km/h (100.0 mph)
Wheels & Brakes
Wheels Spoked bicycle wheels
Other
Starter Kick
Color Options Yellow, dark blue, green, orange
Notes

Joerns Motor Manufacturing Company was a US manufacturer. About 300 Cyclones were hade. In 2015, a Cyclone Board Track Racer was sold for US Dollars 852,000 at auction. It was the highest price paid for a motorcycle at auction at that time.

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Who Is This Bike For?

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Beginner
A2 license compatible, manageable power.
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Best For
Sport & Track
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