What a beautiful motorbike is this English Sunbeam S8 from 1949. The motorbike is sold by order of the owner. The Sunbeam has Belgian papers. The Km-stand is 14770 km. This S8 has been standing in a showroom for years and is running again 6 weeks ago. The tank was professionally de-rusted and then treated with a coating.
The carburettor has been cleaned, recalibrated, new cardan and crankcase oil, oil filter, valves set and further fully serviced. A beautiful Sunbeam, which is ready for a new owner.
Below are the technical data. The Sunbeam is located in Someren-Eind, the Netherlands and can be viewed by appointment.
It is also possible to show you the Sunbeam in detail by videocall.
Are you interested? Do not hesitate and contact us. Tel./whatsapp 0031629563746.
| Model: | Sunbeam S8 500 |
| Year: | 1949 |
| Category: | Sport touring |
| Engine and transmission | |
|---|---|
| Displacement: | 487.0 ccm (29.72 cubic inches) |
| Engine type: | Twin, four-stroke |
| Power: | 24.0 HP (17.5 kW)) @ 6000 RPM |
| Top speed: | 120.0 km/h (74.6 mph) |
| Compression: | 6.5:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 70.0 x 63.5 mm (2.8 x 2.5 inches) |
| Fuel system: | Carburettor |
| Fuel control: | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Lubrication system: | Wet sump |
| Cooling system: | Oil & air |
| Transmission type, final drive: |
Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Clutch: | Dry singleplate |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Frame type: | Twin cradle |
| Front suspension: | Telescopic |
| Rear suspension: | Plungers |
| Front tire: | 4.50-16 |
| Rear tire: | 4.50-16 |
| Front brakes: | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes: | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Wheels: | Spoked |
| Seat: | Two single seats |
| Physical measures and capacities | |
| Dry weight: | 187.0 kg (412.3 pounds) |
| Power/weight ratio: | 0.1283 HP/kg |
| Wheelbase: | 1400 mm (55.1 inches) |
| Other specifications | |
| Starter: | Kick |
* source: BIKEZ.COM
