The Adler M100 was a motorcycle produced from 1949-1956, with a total of 35,000 units made. It was powered by a 1-cylinder, 2-stroke engine with a capacity of 98cc and a maximum power output of 3kW/4.1hp. The engine’s cooling was air-cooled and lubricated with a petrol-oil mix at a ratio of 25:1. The bike had a multi-plate wet clutch that was cable operated and a kick start. The ignition was provided by a magneto, and the carburetor was single and built into the block.
The Adler M100 had a steel frame with a double cradle design, and it had a leading link front suspension and a rear suspension with twin shocks and a plunger. The motorcycle had a drum brake measuring 125mm, and its final drive was through a chain. The bike weighed 55 kg/121 lbs and had dimensions of 1900mm in length, 650mm in width, and 865mm in height. Its exhaust system was a single pipe made of steel and chrome.
The motorcycle was well built and reliable, making it popular among riders. Despite its small engine size, it served as a capable daily commuter and tourer. Its compact size and lightweight made it easy to ride in city traffic as well. Overall, the Adler M100 was a practical and dependable motorcycle that helped establish Adler as a respected motorcycle brand in its time.
Technical specifications:
Make Model: Adler M 100
| Year | 1949 – 56 |
|---|---|
| Production | 35 000 units |
| Engine | 1 cylinder, 2 stroke |
| Capacity | 98 cc / 6 cub in. |
| Bore x Stroke | 50 x 50 mm |
| Cooling | Air cooled |
| Lubrication | Petrol oil mix 25:1 |
| Clutch | Multi plate, wet, cable operated |
| Starting | Kick start |
| Ignition | Magneto |
| Carburetor | Single built into block |
| Exhaust System | Single, steel and crome |
| Max Power | 3 kW / 4.1 hp |
| Compression Ratio | 1: 5.75 |
| Transmission | 3 Speed gearbox |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Frame | Double cradle steel frame |
| Front suspension | Leading link |
| Rear suspension | Twon shock, plunger |
| Brake | Drum, 125 mm |
| Dimensions | Length 1900 mm / 74.8 in. Width 650 mm / 25.6 in. Height 865 mm / 34.1 in. |
| Dry Weight | 55 kg / 121 lbs |
