Motorcycle specifications Suzuki Power Free 1952 The test of the wind
presentation of the Power Free 1952
In 1952, Suzuki decided to launch a motorized two-wheeler. The start of a great adventure. The company's first creation was the Power Free. Not quite a motorcycle yet, but the brainchild of Shunzo Suzuki, son of the brand's founder.
After prospering in the loom sector, Suzuki had to diversify to survive, as the loom market was shrinking. Michio turned to his son, who came up with the idea of adding a motor to a bicycle - the winds of the region made it difficult to use a bicycle, and a motorized aid would be much appreciated. Suz designed its own 2-stroke engine, then installed it in the vehicle. The Power Free was born.
This first block cubed 36 cm3 and developed 1 horsepower. Transmission was by belt. This is not the only propulsion system, as the Power Free retains the pedals in case of engine failure. This moped was a huge success, launching Suzuki into a large-scale motorized dimension and a multitude of machines, some of which have become legendary. The Power Free was sold for 25,000 yen. By the following year, production had risen to 6,000 units per month.
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Key facts Suzuki Power Free (1952) : What you need to know before you buy
FranceSpecifications Suzuki Power Free 1952
- Chassis
- Frame : Tubular steel
- Front axle
- Braking
- Transmission
- Secondary belt drive
- Rear axle
- Braking 1 disc
- Motor
- single-cylinder , 2 strokes
- Cooling system : by air
- 36 cc
- 1 ch (1 hp) to 4,000 rpm
- Practical information
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Compare the Power Free to its competitors
Compared to its direct competitor, this Power Free offers a fairly balanced positioning, sitting right in the middle of the category. On the spec sheet, it highlights power output of 1 ch. In terms of horsepower, its output of 1 ch lags behind the segment leaders.
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the Power Free 1952
- What is the power of the Power Free?
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The Power Free 1952 develops a power of 1 ch (1 hp)
- What is the price of the Power Free?
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The price of the Power Free 1952 is 200€ in France. It is displayed at , in France.
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