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Triumph Werke Nürnberg Modell BDG 250 1949-1957
Production Years: |
1949 - 1957 |
Weight: |
137-152 kg |
Maximum Speed: |
110 km/h |
Engine: |
Two-stroke |
Cylinders: |
1 |
Capacity: |
248 cc |
Bore x Stroke |
45 mm x 78 mm x 2 (split-single) |
Power: |
11-12 PS / 3800-4000 rpm |
Control: |
Piston-port |
Gears: |
4-speed |
Suspension Front |
Telescopic from 1950 |
Suspension Rear |
Jurisch plunger from 1952 |
Tyres: |
3.25 x 19 |