Samson Swallow
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| KR51 swallow | |
| Manufacturer: | Vehicle and hunting weapons factory "Ernst Thälmann" |
| Construction time: | 1964-1986 |
| Number of pieces: | > 1,000,000 |
| Previous model: | Simson KR50 |
| Successor: | Simson SR50 |
| Technical specifications | |
| Engine : | Single-cylinder two-stroke - gasoline engine |
| Displacement : | 49.6 / 49.9 cc |
| Performance : | 2.5-2.7 kW at 6500-5500 rpm |
| Gearbox : | 3- or 4-speed |
| Drive : | Chain |
| Empty weight : | 79-81.5 kg |
| Power to weight ratio : | approx. 30 kg / kW |
| Top speed : | 60 km / h |
| Brakes : | Drums / drums |
| Tank capacity : | 6.8 l |
| Fuel consumption : | 2.5-2.8 l / 100 km |
The Simson Schwalbe is a small motorcycle of the GDR , which was manufactured by Simson in Suhl . The first series designation of the Schwalbe from 1964 is KR51 . The letters 'KR' stand for small scooters , the '5' for the size of the displacement of 50 cm³ and the '1' to distinguish it from the predecessor, the KR50 . The swallow was the first model in the then new series of Simson birds. There were a total of three series with a total of nine models of the Schwalbe. In 1986 it was replaced by the newly designed SR50 small scooter . With more than 1 million copies built, it was extremely widespread in the GDR and is still part of the street scene today. Numerous components of the swallow can be found in the three-wheeled Krause duo .
In Germany, according to an exception, the Schwalbe can be driven as a moped with an insurance license plate (driving license class AM) despite the maximum speed of 60 km / h .
Since the summer of 2017, the Munich-based manufacturer GOVECS has been selling an electric scooter under the same name Schwalbe , which was originally developed by efw Suhl GmbH at the former Simson site in Suhl and whose design is based on the Simson Schwalbe. The Schwalbe logo and the luggage rack, as well as the concept of a motor scooter with comparatively large wheels, were adopted by the Simson Schwalbe, but apart from that, the vehicles have hardly any technical similarities.
Development history
In 1958, with the appearance of the KR50, work began on a two-seater successor model in line with the international trend. The chief designer was Erhard Werner, who had been employed by Simson since 1949. However, the swallow was developed in a collective with Karl-Heinz Walther and Georg Schübel. It soon became apparent that a significantly more powerful engine was required for two-person operation. In 1960, testing of four prototypes began, some of which were painted in two colors. According to the specification from 1962, the type KR 51 was conceived as a moped with no speed limit and was designed for a top speed of 68 km / h. The aim was - following the comparison of the world standards at the time - to create a small motorcycle that was also competitive in the West. However, after negotiations with the responsible ministries, the speed was limited to 60 km / h in 1963. To do this, the translation was changed in third gear. The type KR51 was designed as a small scooter with good weather protection, but the arrangement of the motor, structure and driving characteristics show that it is less a scooter than a sheet metal-clad mock-up. A comparison with the previous KR50 reveals an inconsistent further development of the shape, which was due to the need to keep expensive deep-drawing tools. Karl-Heinz Walther, one of the Schwalbe's designers, says: Anyone who has a feeling for aesthetics can hardly describe the Schwalbe as beautiful . The KFT ruled in 1964 that the Schwalbe had nevertheless succeeded in further developing the KR50, which was described as unsuccessful in the rear area, into an overall appealing vehicle. Above all, the design of the front fender was praised, which is an almost ideal solution for a vehicle with a long-arm swing arm .
The fan-cooled 3-speed M53 KHL motor was a new development and had already been tested on the GS 50 off-road sports machine . Unlike the previous engine, it was no longer to be produced in Sömmerda , but directly by Simson. This delayed the series introduction of the Schwalbe considerably, because a corresponding production line first had to be built in Samson's factory. The testing of the Schwalbe functional model was carried out until the durability of the basic structure of over 40,000 km was achieved. In 1963, 20 pilot series vehicles were built. After the official start of series production in February 1964, there were initially irregularities in production, particularly due to the lack of type-approved reflectors. From April 1964, Simson was able to deliver the swallow regularly. A carburetor that met the demands of the new engine was only available in 1965. Until then, the Schwalbe had to be delivered with the type NKJ-135-5, a slightly modified carburetor of the predecessor KR50.
Design features
As with the previous KR50 model, the backbone of the Schwalbe was a double tubular frame. The chassis was based on a new full swing arm construction , whereby the front swing arm, unlike usual, was not externally visible in the fender. The spring travel was 105/85 mm front / rear, the spring struts were initially friction-damped, later, depending on the model, hydraulically damped ones were also used. The 16 "wheels (aluminum rims) were comparatively large for a small scooter . Compared to the KR50, the full-hub drum brakes were enlarged to 125 mm in diameter, which resulted in a deceleration of the vehicle of 7 m / s². Front and rear wheel were identical and settled by knockout spindles . easily dismantled, with the rear-wheel drive because of the two-part floating axle completely could remain on the swingarm Practically was also the fully enclosed chain by MZ Patent the 50 cc -. cylinder - two-stroke - gasoline engine had a die-cast aluminum fins body with pressed-in liners made of gray cast iron and, with initially 3.4 - later 3.7 HP, produced significantly more than the engine of the KR50. The manual gearbox was expanded to 3 gears, later versions with footshift and 4-speed gearbox were added. The fuel tank held 6, 8 l and was under the bench, the sheet metal cladding with leg shield and running boards resembled that of the KR50. The two-up bench was new; the generous luggage rack with adjustable strap of the KR50 could still be retained. The cranked handlebar was not height adjustable. At the time, the electrical equipment was above average for a moped, including battery , indicators, brake lights, flasher and parking lights. The Schwalbe was the first vehicle in the GDR automotive industry that had a cable set with flat plug connections.
Series KR 51
The first generation of the Schwalbe was produced under the general type designation KR 51 without addition from 1964 to 1968. The fan-cooled 3-speed motor was initially only offered with manual transmission, from 1965 optionally with foot transmission. The typical strong blue was available as a color, as well as tundra gray and orange. Swallows of the first years differed in many details from later vintages, which makes them sought-after rarities today in their original condition. The shape of the indicators was different, the center stand made of steel and painted in the vehicle color, a cat's eye mounted on the rear of the vehicle, the chain case made of aluminum, the seat with a chrome frame, etc. The intake noise damping was rather sparse, which led to a powerful, robust engine sound. The rather simple exhaust system was also involved. The engine was not yet optimally adapted to the requirements of the 60 km / h limit: it lacked power at lower speeds, but it tended to over-rev, so that the 60 km / h limit could be exceeded significantly under favorable conditions . At the very high rated speed of 6500 min −1 , significant vibrations occurred. The engine required a fuel mixture of 1:33. From 1965 an improved carburetor was installed, which had a separate idling system, so that the previous overfilling in the partial load range could be prevented and fuel consumption could be reduced. The swab operation was also omitted and the choke control was relocated from the sheet metal under the handlebar to the handlebar grip.
Despite the not yet optimally designed engine, the KR 51 certainly met the requirements of two-person operation. With a full load, inclines of up to 3% could be mastered in 3rd gear (solo up to 5%), and in 1st gear the climbing performance under full load was 15% or 25% solo. The acceleration (solo) from 0 to 40 km / h was 9 s; 60 km / h was reached after 40 s. In the KFT test report from 1964, the not very user-friendly manual transmission was criticized. Apart from that, the Schwalbe was consistently praised and, in contrast to the Jawa 05 , which was offered at the same time, it was also fully up to the two-person operation in every respect. The fuel consumption was 3 l / 100 km, the top speed 64 km / h.
| KR 51 | |
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| construction time | 1964-1968 |
| engine | M 53 KHL |
| Bore x stroke | 40x39.5 mm |
| Displacement | 49.6 cm³ |
| compression | 9.5: 1 |
| power | 3.4 PS / 6500 min -1 |
| Torque | 3.7 Nm / 6000 min -1 |
| cooling | Centrifugal fan |
| transmission | 3-speed foot shift & manual shift |
| frame | Double pipe |
| Front wheel guide | pushed long arm swing arm with friction-damped strut (105 mm spring travel) |
| Rear wheel guide | Swing arm with friction-damped strut (85 mm travel) |
| Brakes | Drums front / back; 125 mm diameter |
| Tires | 2.75 × 16 "(old designation 20 × 2.75) |
| Headlight power | 15/15 W |
| wheelbase | 1190 mm |
| Length × width × height | 1815 mm × 745 mm × 1125 mm |
| Empty weight | 78 kg |
| Total mass | 230 kg |
| Top speed | 60 km / h |
| number of pieces | 163,500 |
Series KR 51/1
From 1968 the Schwalbe was manufactured under the designation KR 51/1 with a revised engine. The power increased slightly to 3.6 hp. Above all, the elasticity improved. The exhaust and intake systems have been improved so that the noise level has been significantly reduced. The air filter was now located below the handlebars and connected to the carburettor via hoses and an air calming box. Externally, the two models could hardly be distinguished from one another. The color range initially remained unchanged. However, there were some changes in detail over the course of the 1970s. Rubber and plastic parts as well as the bench were made black instead of beige. In 1974 the exhaust was changed, recognizable by a flat rounded end piece instead of tapering to a point. The sound of the swallow changed again. Around 1972 the rear brake cam was moved outwards, which made it possible to adjust the rear brake better. The initial kidney shape of the rearview mirror gave way to a rectangular mirror. This in turn was replaced in 1975 by a black round mirror, which from then on was fastened in a hole on the clutch handle. It was important to convert the upper connecting rod bearing from bronze bushing to needle bearing, with which the necessary mixture could be reduced from 1:33 to 1:50. The conversion took place in the course of 1975 until mid-1976 (in case of doubt, a 1:40 mixture should be used to prevent engine damage). Furthermore, from mid-1976 the clutch lever and the front brake lever were made of plastic, which enables better durability and more comfortable operation. In the manual version, which is rarely delivered, the metal operating levers and the gray rectangular rearview mirror have been retained.
Model KR 51/1 and KR 51/1 F
These two basic models were equipped with friction-damped spring struts. The typical color was a strong blue. The color tundra gray was also available until 1973. The gearbox of the KR 51/1 F model was shifted using a rocker switch. In addition, the manual gearshift with twist grip on the handlebars was still produced in small numbers. Around 1977 the bench was lengthened to 625 mm. A total of 375,000 pieces of this type were built. The retail sales price (EVP) of these models was 1,265 marks in the GDR .
| KR 51/1 | KR 51 / 1F | |
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| construction time | 1968-1980 | 1968-1980 |
| engine | M53 / 1KH | M53KFR |
| Displacement | 49.6 cm³ | |
| compression | 9.5: 1 | |
| power | 2.65 kW (3.6 hp) / 5700 min -1 | |
| cooling | Centrifugal fan | |
| transmission | 3-speed manual transmission | 3-speed foot switch |
| frame | Double pipe | |
| Front wheel guide | pushed long swing arm with strut and friction dampers | |
| Rear wheel guide | Swing arm with strut | |
| Tires | 2.75 × 16 "(old code 20 × 2.75) | 2.75 × 16 "(old 20 × 2.75) |
| Weight | 80 kg | 79 kg |
| payload | 151 kg | |
| Top speed | 60 km / h | |
| number of pieces | 25,000 | 350,000 |
Model KR 51/1 S
This special version of the scooter, produced from 1968 to 1980 in a number of 44,600 units, had a semi-automatic centrifugal clutch as the most important distinguishing feature. During the gear change, this clutch was automatically disconnected mechanically. After a little getting used to, this variant is particularly advantageous in heavy city traffic. In terms of reliability and durability, the semi-automatic is in no way inferior to the usual design. The external ignition coil also increased the headlight output to 25 watts. The S-Schwalbe was also equipped with comfortable, hydraulically damped spring struts with chrome-plated sleeves (only on this model). A newly formed, longer bench completed the upscale equipment. The paint was initially in olive green, with the handlebar shell being painted beige. In 1978 the color signal red was changed. The type can also be recognized by the “SchwalbeS” logo and the missing clutch lever. The retail sales price for this model was 1400 marks in the GDR. Contrary to what was expected, the Schwalbe-S was not a bestseller, so the decision was made to offer the comfort features with conventional gears as well. The result was the popular model K.
Model KR 51/1 K
In this version of the small scooter with a circulation of 185,000 units, the motor and electronics of the basic equipment were combined with the comfort features of the S-Schwalbe. The hydraulically damped struts significantly improved driving comfort and the wheels' grip on the ground. In addition, the longer seat offered more favorable conditions for pillion rides , but from around 1977 the basic model was also equipped with this seat. Otherwise, the K model differed from the basic type in its paintwork: It was available in pastel white with gold-colored lettering (from 1978 in Sahara brown and the usual silver lettering). The retail price (EVP) of the KR 51/1 K scooter was 1,350 marks.
| KR 51/1 K | |
|---|---|
| construction time | 1974-1980 |
| engine | M53 / 1 KFR |
| Displacement | 49.6 cm³ |
| compression | 9.5: 1 |
| power | 2.7 kW (3.6 horsepower) / 5750 min -1 |
| cooling | Centrifugal fan |
| transmission | 3-speed foot switch |
| frame | Double pipe |
| Front wheel guide | pushed long swing arm with strut and hydraulic dampers |
| Rear wheel guide | Swing arm with strut |
| Tires | 2.75 × 16 "(old designation 20 × 2.75) |
| Weight | 80 kg |
| Top speed | 60 km / h |
| number of pieces | 185,000 |
Series KR 51/2
This last series of the Schwalbe was produced from 1980 to March 31, 1986. The main innovation was the newly designed, wind-cooled 3.7 HP M541 motor . A frame change was necessary for the installation in the Schwalbe (omission of the central web due to the suspension of the cylinder head, which is no longer necessary, but additional reinforcement plates on the rear engine suspension). This engine was more economical, more elastic and available with either three or four gears, with an interrupter or contactless ignition. With the modified engine suspension and the reduced nominal speed (5500 min −1 ), the vibrations on the handlebars, running board and seat bench were considerably reduced. The elimination of the fan reduced the noise level, but the motor was no longer well protected from overheating (this plays a role in strenuous trips in midsummer). Nevertheless, the engine built into the Schwalbe had a better cooling effect than the S 51 models due to the bundling of the air flow in the engine tunnel. Apart from that, the engine represents a significant step forward. Its greatest advantage is that it develops its torque even at comparatively low speeds. In practice, this means that you don't have to shift down so early or you can shift up instead. An additional improvement came with the 4-speed gearbox. In connection with the contactless electronic ignition (only in the L version), this engine can still be considered economical today.
Further changes: The rear brake was switched from Bowden cable to linkage actuation, which brought more reliability and effectiveness with it. The electrical components were relocated under the front cover plate, the air filter that was previously located there was now located directly in front of the carburetor; only the intake pipe for the air remained under the knee plate. In addition, the brake light output has been increased from 18 to 21 watts.
Externally, the / 2 series can hardly be distinguished from its predecessors. The exhaust system was moved to the right side of the vehicle. This made it easier to remove the rear wheel and reduced the risk of burns. The round rear light from the S 50 also catches the eye. In 1983 it was replaced by the larger, also round rear light BSL 122, which was attached with three instead of two screws. In addition, the / 2er can be recognized by a generally black painted handlebar with a slightly different shape.
Model KR 51/2 N
This basic type, which is generally equipped with foot control, received the new 3-speed motor. Friction-damped struts were still used for the wheel suspension. In contrast to the N versions of other Simson models, the N-Schwalbe had a battery and blinker. Number of items: 90,800. The paint was initially traditionally blue and from 1984 in Sahara brown. This eliminated the typical blue from the color palette.
Model KR 51/2 E
This model was equipped with hydraulically damped struts and the new 4-speed engine. This resulted in a further improvement in driving performance, especially for driving uphill and pillion rides. Number of items: 124,500; Motor M541KFR . The retail price for this scooter model was 1755 marks. The color was brown, until 1984 light sahara brown, later strong beaver brown.
Model KR 51/2 L
In addition to the equipment of the E-Schwalbe, a maintenance-free electronic ignition system was installed in this luxury model, thereby increasing the headlight output to 35/35 W. The elimination of the mechanical interrupter increased the suitability for everyday use, as the ignition system was now largely wear-free and maintenance-free. The M541 KFR motor was used as the drive. The colors of this model were initially cherry red and from 1982 billiard green.
| KR 51 / 2N | KR51 / 2E | KR51 / 2L | |
|---|---|---|---|
| construction time | 1979-1986 | ||
| engine | M 531KFR | M 541KFR | |
| Displacement | 49.9 cc | ||
| compression | 9.5: 1 | ||
| power | 2.7 kW (3.7 hp) / 5500 rpm | ||
| cooling | Airstream | ||
| transmission | 3-speed foot switch | 4-speed foot switch | |
| frame | Double pipe | ||
| Front wheel guide | Long swing arm with strut | ||
| Rear wheel guide | Swing arm with strut | ||
| Tires | 2.75 × 16 "(old designation 20 × 2.75) | ||
| Weight | 80 kg | 81.5 kg | |
| Top speed | 60 km / h | ||
| number of pieces | 90,800 | 124,500 | 84,900 |
equipment
The following original accessories were available for the Schwalbe:
- Trailer coupling with electrical connection
- child seat
- Knee blanket
- a windshield to be mounted on the handlebar, the leather flaps underneath protect the hands from the wind and rain
Distribution and total number of pieces
The Schwalbe was Simson's first two-seater moped. It had significantly better performance characteristics than the two-seater Jawa 05 small scooter, which was also available in the GDR . The 50s class from the GDR gained considerable sympathy thanks to the stipulation of the StVZO-GDR, according to which motorized two-wheelers with a displacement of up to 50 cm³ and a maximum speed of 60 km / h could already be driven by people who were 15 years old. Had completed the year of their life. However, during the GDR era, young people generally preferred the sportier Star and Habicht mock-ups and later the S50 / S51 series. However, the swallow was immensely popular in broad age groups. It already achieved a certain cult status with the 1975 film Sister Agnes . After 1990, the Schwalbe first developed into a cult vehicle in the West, and most Schwalbe fan clubs are still in West Germany today. In the meantime, however, it is also considered a popular classic in her home country. In 2015, an estimated 150,000 swallows were allowed to drive in Germany.
There are different information about the total number of items produced. In addition to the information about 1 058 300 vehicles produced, there is a sticker on the former factory building showing a total of 1 176 640 vehicles.
export
Most of the swallow remained inland. Export swallows are rare and were equipped differently according to the country-specific legal situation. The vehicles exported to Hungary had, among other things, no indicators, no passenger footrests and were throttled to 40 km / h due to changes to the carburetor, exhaust, cylinder and pinion. The color range also deviated from the regular range. There was no official export to the FRG . The swallows found in West Germany today did not get there until after reunification.
Spare parts
Thanks to the modular principle, many Simson parts are standardized and can be used universally. For example, the wheel can be swapped from front to back and even between most Simson models. The swallow has a lot in common with other models in the bird series. With a few exceptions, all spare parts are still available on the used parts market. The spare parts supply is also secured by various reproductions. The MZA (Meyer-Zweiradtechnik Ahnatal) GmbH Vellmar near Kassel provides almost all spare parts for the swallow (as well as for all other SIMSON series) new here, but you often achieves the quality and fit of the original spare parts.
Advantages and disadvantages
advantages
- The Schwalbe may be driven with the driver's license class AM (previously M), although it reaches a maximum speed of 60 km / h. According to the unification agreement and the driver's license ordinance, single and multi-lane vehicles of the former GDR with a maximum displacement of 50 cm³ can still be driven with class AM and insured as mopeds in spite of a maximum speed of 60 km / h (which was permitted in the GDR) first came into circulation on February 28, 1992. The AM class is actually restricted to vehicles with a design-related top speed of up to 45 km / h throughout the EU.
- Thanks to its classification as a moped, the Schwalbe (like other single-track vehicles of the same size from the former GDR) is not obliged to undergo regular general inspections ; a motor vehicle tax is also not levied - at least in the Federal Republic of Germany.
- The technology is undemanding, mature and reliable.
- Thanks to the maintenance-friendly construction, many repairs can be carried out without great effort, and the maintenance costs are generally low.
- The non-self-supporting body has no rust-prone cavities.
- Thanks to its old-fashioned and distinctive design - like the Vespa - the swallow has become a cult vehicle.
- The supply of spare parts is usually very good and cheap, which is due on the one hand to the aforementioned modular principle and a high number of items produced in the GDR, and on the other hand to the large number of post-produced parts. In addition, many spare parts were “bunkered” during the GDR era, so that today there are still many unused original parts at reasonable prices.
disadvantage
- The front wheel guidance of the Schwalbe on a long swing arm sometimes causes the handlebars to swing, especially when the luggage rack is loaded. However, this can also indicate a worn-out front tube, which means that the steering head bearings are no longer stuck (occurs more often).
- The center of gravity is relatively high due to the comparatively high seat height, so that sporty driving is only possible to a limited extent.
- With the earlier versions (up to 1979), annoying vibrations can occur in the handlebar grips and seat even in a technically perfect condition.
- The frame of the KR51 / 2 series can tear at the engine mounting, which is rarely the case with the older 51/1 series, as there is another bracket on the cylinder head.
- To make assembly easier, the frame of the Schwalbe has many screw-in threads which, if handled improperly, can easily be "overtightened" and are then difficult to repair.
- The circuit breaker (all except the L model) requires regular maintenance.
- The sheet metal cladding of the Schwalbe makes it difficult to access the technology (for example, the fuel tap can only be removed after the rear panel has been removed).
- Since there are hardly any petrol stations that offer two-stroke fuel dispensers (petrol-oil mixture in a ratio of 1:33 or 1:50) and the Schwalbe can only process mixed fuel in the absence of an automatic oil metering device, self-mixing is often necessary.
literature
- Florian Rolke: Slow Way Down - With the Simson Schwalbe from Hamburg to Cape Town. Kastanienhof publishing house, ISBN 978-3-941760-12-7
- Schrader engine chronicle "Schwalbe and Co"
- Schrader type chronicle: "Simson Schwalbe & Co. 1955–1991"
- Erhard Werner: The Schwalbe book - a guide. MZA-Verlag, ISBN 3-9809481-0-2
- Simson Roller Schwalbe. MZA-Verlag, ISBN 3-9809481-5-3
Web links
- ddrmoped.de
- schwalbennest.de
- schwalben-welt.de
- schwalbepilot.de
- Zweiradmuseum-mv.de: Two-wheel museum in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania
- myschwalbe.com
- Electrical circuit diagrams of various Simson models
Individual evidence
- ↑ EICMA 2014: The E-Schwalbe now comes from Govecs. In: motorsport-total.com. November 11, 2014, accessed February 11, 2016 .
- ↑ MySchwalbe. Retrieved October 7, 2017 .
- ↑ Schwalbe Gezwitscher - The magazine for the anniversary , Suhler Verlagsgesellschaft mbH & Co. KG, 2014, p. 9
- ↑ Automotive technology assesses KR 51 “Schwalbe”. In: Motor Vehicle Technology 4/1964, pp. 147–150.
- ↑ Star and Schwalbe Motor M53 KHL. In: Motor vehicle technology 9/1964, pp. 335–338.
- ↑ Star and Schwalbe Motor M53 KHL. In: Motor vehicle technology 9/1964, pp. 335–338.
- ↑ Simson small scooter KR 51 "Schwalbe". In: Motor vehicle technology 2/1964, pp. 56–61.
- ↑ Simson small scooter KR 51 "Schwalbe". In: Motor vehicle technology 2/1964, pp. 56–61.
- ↑ Automotive technology assesses KR 51 “Schwalbe”. In: Motor Vehicle Technology 4/1964, pp. 147–150.
- ↑ ddrmoped.de: image windshield for handlebar mounting , accessed July 21, 2012
- ↑ Hans-W. Mayer: The swallow once inspired mobility in the GDR . In: VDI nachrichten from October 16, 2015, p. 38.
- ↑ Schwalbe Gezwitscher - The anniversary magazine , Suhler Verlagsgesellschaft mbH & Co. KG, 2014, p. 6
- ↑ § 76 No. 8 of the Driving License Ordinance, "§ 6 Paragraph 1 on Class M"; Annex I, Chapter XI, Subject B - Road Traffic, Section III of the Unification Treaty
- ↑ Driving license regulation on verkehrsportal.de
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