1953 Victoria Bergmeister Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 1953 Victoria Bergmeister allround motorcycle, Victoria pairs a 345 cc (21.1 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 21 HP (15.3 kW) at 6,300 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 60.9 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 Bergmeister measures 177 kg (390 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.12 HP/kg (8.43 kg per horsepower).
Within MotoLibrary's Victoria archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 1953 to 1958, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
60.9 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.12 HP/kg (8.43 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement345.0 ccm (21.05 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power21.0 HP (15.3 kW)) @ 6300 RPM
Compression7.5:1
Bore x Stroke64.0 x 54.0 mm (2.5 x 2.1 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor
CoolingAir
Transmission
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
ClutchDry plate
Chassis
Frame TypeDuplex cradle
Front SuspensionHydralic telescopic forks
Rear SuspensionTwin shock
Ground Clearance127 mm (5.0 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre3.25-19
Rear Tyre3.25-19
Front BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
WheelsSpoked
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight177.0 kg (390.2 pounds)
Power/Weight0.1186 HP/kg
Alt. Seat Height127 mm (5.0 inches) If adjustable, highest setting.
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