Roadster 800

2002 Sachs Roadster 800 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Sachs's naked motorcycle platform, the 2002 Sachs Roadster 800 features a 805 cc (49.1 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 58 HP (42.3 kW) at 6,000 rpm. With a specific output of 72 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the Roadster 800 measures 228 kg (503 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.25 HP/kg (3.93 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 770 mm (30.3 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance. The 17-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 175 km/h (109 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Sachs archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2001 to 2003, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.