Sport · 1927
6PS
MotoLibrary Score
45 /100 Balanced
Top Speed
90 km/h
Engine
743 ccm
Technical Overview
1927 NSU 6PS Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in NSU's sport motorcycle lineup, the 1927 NSU 6PS relies on a 743 cc (45.3 cu in) air-cooled twin, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 72.5 x 90.0 mm (2.9 x 3.5 inches).
On the scales, the 6PS measures 155 kg (342 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,455 mm (57.3 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure.
Within MotoLibrary's NSU archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 1924 to 1927, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Engine
Displacement 743.0 ccm (45.34 cubic inches)
Engine Type Twin, four-stroke
Engine Details Twin, four-stroke
Bore x Stroke 72.5 x 90.0 mm (2.9 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel System Carburettor
Ignition Magneto
Cooling Air
Performance
Top Speed 90.0 km/h (55.9 mph)
Chassis
Frame Type Steel
Wheelbase 1455 mm (57.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 3-26
Rear Tyre 3-26
Wheels Spoked
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 155.0 kg (341.7 pounds)
Overall Height 720 mm (28.3 inches)
Overall Length 2240 mm (88.2 inches)
Overall Width 880 mm (34.6 inches)
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