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S51 n

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34 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.05 hp/kg
Top Speed
80 km/h
Engine
51 ccm

1986 Simson S51 n Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Simson's enduro - offroad motorcycle lineup, the 1986 Simson S51 n relies on a 51 cc (3.1 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 4 HP (2.9 kW) at 5,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 78.4 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 S51 n measures 86 kg (190 lbs) dry.

Specific Output
78.4 HP/L
Engine
Displacement 51.0 ccm (3.11 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, two-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, two-stroke
Power 4.0 HP (2.9 kW)) @ 5500 RPM
Compression 9.0:1
Bore x Stroke 38.0 x 44.0 mm (1.5 x 1.7 inches)
Fuel System Carburettor
Cooling Air
Max RPM 7200
Transmission
Gearbox 4-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed 80.0 km/h (49.7 mph)
Fuel Consumption 2.00 litres/100 km (50.0 km/l or 117.61 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases 46.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 86.0 kg (189.6 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.0465 HP/kg
Reserve Fuel 1.00 litres (0.26 US gallons)
Other
Color Options Red, green
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