Simson Schwalbe: history, specs, pictures
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| Simson Schwalbe | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 1964 |
| Class | Scooter |
| Engine | Single Cylinder, 2 Stroke |
| Compression ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Horsepower | 3.35 HP (2.5 KW) @ 6500RPM |
| Fuel System | Carburetor |
| Transmission | Gear box: 3 Speed Final Drive: Belt |
| Brakes | Front: Drum Rear: Drum |
| Weight | |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Simson Schwalbe was a Single Cylinder, 2 Stroke scooter produced by Simson in 1964. Claimed horsepower was 3.35 HP (2.5 KW) @ 6500 RPM.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 3 Speed transmission.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear.
1964 - 1980 Simson Schwalbe[edit | edit source]
Manufactured from 1964 to 1980, the scooter has an engine with a displacement of 50cc and 4HP at 6500rpm. There were several versions of the scooter: the first one, built from 1964 to 1968, the second, the KR 51/1, manufactured between 1968 to 1971 and the KR 51/1 K, produced from 1974 until 1980. They all had the same power and a compression ratio of 9.5:1.