Balkan MK50: history, specs, pictures
The Balkan MK50 2JU25 was a single cylinder, two-stroke standard produced by Balkan in 1970. It could reach a top speed of 40 mph (65 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 3.22 HP (2.4 KW) @ 6500 RPM.
| Balkan MK50 | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Also called | MK50 2JU25 |
| Production | 1970 |
| Engine | single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 40.0mm x 39.0mm |
| Top Speed | 40 mph (65 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 3.22 HP (2.4 KW) @ 6500RPM |
| Fuel System | carburetor |
| Transmission | Gear box: 3-speed Final Drive: chain |
| Brakes | Front: expanding brake (drum brake) Rear: expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Length | 73.23 inches (1860 mm) |
| Width | 25.79 inches (655 mm) |
| Height | 39.96 inches (1015 mm) |
| Weight | 134.48 pounds (61.0 Kg) (dry), 70.0 kg (wet) |
| Fuel Consumption | 2.20 liters/100 km (45.5 km/l or 106.92 mpg) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
EngineEdit
The engine was a air cooled single cylinder, two-stroke. A 40.0mm bore x 39.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 49.0 cubic centimeters.
DriveEdit
The bike has a 3-speed transmission.
ChassisEdit
Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The bike weighed just 134.48 pounds (61.0 Kg).