Curtiss V-8 motorcycle
The Curtiss V-8 motorcycle was a 269 cu in (4,410 cc) V8 engine-powered motorcycle designed and built by aviation and motorcycling pioneer Glenn Curtiss that set an unofficial land speed record of 136.36 miles per hour (219.45 km/h) on January 24, 1907. The air-cooled F-head engine was developed for use in dirigibles.
Manufacturer | Glenn Curtiss |
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Assembly | 1906 |
Class | Speed record challenger |
Engine | Curtiss B-8: 269 cu in (4,410 cc), dual carburetor, 90° F-head V-8 |
Bore / stroke | 3.625 in × 3.25 in (92.1 mm × 82.6 mm) |
Top speed | 136 mph (219 km/h) |
Power | 40 hp (30 kW) @ 1,800 RPM |
Ignition type | Battery ignition, jump-spark |
Transmission | Direct drive Shaft and rear hub bevel |
Frame type | Steel tubing |
Brakes | Rear v brake |
Tires | 26 in (660 mm) |
Wheelbase | 64 in (1.6 m) |
Dimensions | L: 7 ft 10 in (2.4 m) W: 2 ft 3 in (0.7 m) H: 3 ft (0.9 m) |
Weight | 275 lb (125 kg) (wet) |
Fuel capacity | 2.5 US gal (9.5 L) |
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