DKW SB 500A 1936


The motorcycle Dkw sb 500a of 1936 was manufactured by the company Dkw and belongs to the series of Dkw sb 500a that encompasses models of different displacements.

This bike enters into the category of trail and the first model of the Dkw sb 500a generation began to be sold to the general public in the year 1934, that's why incredible as it may seem, we are talking about a a motorcycle generation that already has 88 years.

Summarizing the specifications, it has an engine displacement of 30.14 ci with an twin-cylinder engine, 2-stroke with electric start.

You can take a look at the information and technical data sheet of this mind-blowing motorcycle.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS DKW SB 500A 1936

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
MakeDkw
Modelsb 500a 1936
Year1936
CategoryTrail
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Displacement30.14 ci (494.00 cc)
Engine typeTwin-cylinder engine, 2-stroke
Engine detailsTwo 247cc cylinders combined in one engine block
Power-
Torque-
Engine compression5.7:1
Bore x stroke2.7 x 2.7 inches (68.0 x 68.0 mm)
IntakeBing carburetor intake
CoolingLiquid-cooled
Final driveChain transmission
ClutchFoot operated clutch
DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITIES
Empty weight518.1 pounds (235.0 kg)
Full weight-
Height to seat26.6 inches (675 mm)
Overall length83.7 inches (2,125 mm)
Fuel capacity-
Fuel reserve-
Oil capacity-
CONSUMPTION AND EMISSIONS
Average consumption67.21 mpg (28.6 Km/L) (3.50 L/100 Km)
Greenhouse gases81.2 Co2 g/Km
SPEED AND ACCELERATION
Maximum speed71.5 mph (115.0 km/h)
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h-
CHASSIS, SUSPENSION AND WHEELS
Fork diameter-
Front suspensionHydraulic forks with coil springs
Front tire3.50-19
Rear tire3.50-19
Front brakesDrum brake
Front brake diameter7.9 inches (200 mm)
Rear brakesRear drum brake
Rear brake diameter7.9 inches (200 mm)
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
StarterElectric start

RATING AND SCORING

These are the ratings users have sent about the motorcycle:

Engine
Engine response, feel, acceleration and power.
98
Driving
Overall driving experience, for both short and long hauls
77
Brakes
Brake feel, ABS response, and emergency braking response
77
Instrumentation
Amount of information we have, different driving modes and connectivity
82
Comfort and convenience
Seat comfort, driving position and control ergonomics
89
Appearance and styling
Overall design and appearance of the bike compared to similar models.
81

QUESTIONS AND DOUBTS ABOUT DKW SB 500A 1936

📅 When was the first model of this motorcycle manufactured?

The first model of this motorcycle was produced in 1934.

🏍 What is the fuel consumption of this motorcycle?

The DKW SB 500A has a fuel consumption of 67.21 mpg.

🕛 What is the maximum speed of this motorcycle?

The DKW SB 500A has a top speed of 71.5 mph.

🏋️‍♂️ How much does this motorcycle weigh?

The DKW SB 500A has an empty weight of 518.1 pounds.

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