Technical Information
Engine: Ardie single-cylinder two-stroke engine Motor housing cast from aluminum, the magneto is over Gears driven oil- and dust-tight, variant carburettor Oil mixing ratio 1:9, no oil pump
Power: 3 HP, Speed: 60 km/h
Bore and stroke: 72mm x 75mm
Consumption: Engine is suitable for any fuel. Range 220 km
Transmission: Sturmey-Archer three-speed transmission with cork blade hand clutch and kick starter.
Fuel Tank: The tank holds 9 liters of fuel and 1 liter of lubricant.
Rims and tyres: 26 x 2 1/4" tires
Brakes: Both brakes act on the belt rim on the rear wheel, one is hand operated, the other operated by foot pedal.
Electrics: Bosch magneto
Equipment: Mudguards with wide side wings, front and rear stands. long footboards, large luggage rack, two tool boxes, tool bag, oil can, hand air pump
Color: red enamel
Remarks:
The above information is derived from a sales brochure printed in 1921. The image is an Ardie factory photograph.
The Minimax name is from a fire extinguisher which resembles the shape of the petrol tank . Weight: 65 kg ready to drive without refueling Dimensions: Wheelbase 1225 mm, total length 1930 mm, total height 890 mm
Features: strong, closed frame made of seamlessly drawn steel tubes, strong sheet steel fork with an open profile, Coil compression spring damper with manual adjustment, Headlight housing with built-in speedometer, Drilastik swing saddle, two low-swept exhaust pipes
Color: Ardie green or black enamel gloss lacquer as desired
Source: ardie.de
