Engineered by Simson for the allround motorcycle segment, the 1957 Simson Eskorte relies on a 350 cc (21.4 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 23 HP (16.8 kW) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 65.7 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 Eskorte measures 157 kg (346 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.15 HP/kg (6.83 kg per horsepower). The 16-liter (4.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 130 km/h (81 mph).
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