Technical specifications
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| Model: |
VB 600 |
| Years: |
1947-58 |
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Engine:
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Four stroke, single cylinder, side valve
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Capacity:
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598 cc / 36.5 cu in
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Bore x Stroke:
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86.4 x 102.0 mm
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Cooling System:
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Air cooled
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Compression Ratio:
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5.0:1
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Lubrication:
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Dry sump
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Exhaust:
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1-into-1, Chrome
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Induction:
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Carburetor, Amal monobloc 376/13
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Battery:
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6V
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Starting:
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Kick start
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Max Power:
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11.6 kW / 15.5 hp @ 4400 rpm
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Clutch:
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Dry, multiplate
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Transmission:
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4-Speed, Burman
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Final Drive:
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Chain
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Gear Ratios:
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(23T sprocket) 1st 12.6 / 2nd 8.0 / 3rd 6.0 / 4th 4.7:1 (21T sprocket) 1st 13.9 / 2nd 8.6 / 3rd 6.5 / 4th 5.2:1 (20T sprocket) 1st 14.5 / 2nd 8.8 / 3rd 6.8 / 4th 5.4:1 (19T sprocket) 1st 15.3 / 2nd 9.7 / 3rd 7.2 / 4th 5.7:1 (18T sprocket) 1st 16.2 / 2nd 10.0 / 3rd 7.6 / 4th 6.0:1 (17T sprocket) 1st 17.2 / 2nd 10.6 / 3rd 8.0 / 4th 6.4:1
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Front Brakes:
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Drum
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Rear Brakes:
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Drum
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Wheels:
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Steel, laced wire spokes
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Front Tyre:
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3.25 x 19
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Rear Tyre:
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3.50 x 19
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Dimensions:
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Length: 2184 mm / 86 in Width: 686 mm / 27 in
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Wheelbase:
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1422 mm / 56 in
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Ground Clearance:
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127 mm / 5.0 in
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Wet Weight:
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166 kg / 365 lbs
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Fuel Capacity:
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15.9 L / 4.2 US gal
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