Positioned in Zündapp's scooter motorcycle lineup, the 1954 Zündapp Bella R200 features a 198 cc (12.1 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 10 HP (7.3 kW) at 5,200 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 50.5 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the Bella R200 measures 139 kg (306 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.07 HP/kg (13.9 kg per horsepower). The 8.5-liter (2.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 90 km/h (56 mph).
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