| Attribute | Zündapp KS 601 Kardan Sport 1957 × | Zündapp KS 601 Kardan Sport 1956 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1957 | 1956 |
| Make | Zündapp | Zündapp |
| Model | Zündapp KS 601 Kardan Sport | Zündapp KS 601 Kardan Sport |
| Category | Allround | Allround |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Two cylinder boxer, two-stroke | Two cylinder boxer, two-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Bing | Carburettor. Bing |
| Displacement (cm³) | 592 | 592 |
| Power (kw) | 24.8 | 24.8 |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 4-speed | 4-speed |
| Fuel control | Overhead Valves (OHV) | Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Telescopic | Telescopic |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Frame type | Tubular | Tubular |
| Front tyre | 3.50-19 | 3.50-19 |
| Rear tyre | 3.50-19 | 3.50-19 |
| Seat | Two single seats | Two single seats |
| Wheels | Spoked | Spoked |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Kick | Kick |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dry weight (kg) | 216 | 216 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.1148 | 0.1148 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 140 | 140 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 14.5 | 14.5 |