Motorcycle

Comments

First motorcycle to use pneumatic tires. Pedals in addition to engine. Prototype shown in 1892.

Cooling system

Air

Driveline

Direct

Engine details

5-cylinder rotary engine mounted on rear wheel

Engine size

625.0 ccm (38.14 cubic inches)

Frame type

Steel

Fuel system

Carburettor. Surface carburetor

Gearbox

1-speed

Ignition

Bunsen cell/ignition coil hybrid

Motorcycle name

Millet Motorcycle

Output

1.2 HP (0.9 kW)) @ 180 RPM

Top speed

35.0 km/h (21.7 mph)

Type

Allround

Type of engine

Radial

Year of manufacture

1895