Positioned in Puch's sport motorcycle lineup, the 1975 Puch VZ 50 3P relies on a 50 cc (3.1 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 3.3 HP (2.4 kW) at 5,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 3-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 66 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
The 7.57-liter (2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 61 km/h (38 mph).
Specific Output
66 HP/L
Engine
Displacement50.0 ccm (3.05 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Power3.3 HP (2.4 kW)) @ 5000 RPM
Compression9.0:1
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Bing
IgnitionMagneto
LubricationPetroil mix
CoolingAir
Max RPM5500
Transmission
Gearbox3-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet Plate
Performance
Top Speed61.2 km/h (38.0 mph)
Fuel Consumption1.17 litres/100 km (85.5 km/l or 201.04 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases27.1 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
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