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1938 NSU 501 OSL

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Listed byk1red1000
Marco Island, Florida 34145Manual
SoldNov 2, 2021
Sold for$16,250

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Summary
This 1938 NSU 501 OSL, originally used by the German military, underwent a multi-year refurbishment before being acquired by the seller in 2014. It features a 494cc four-stroke single engine, a four-speed transmission, a sprung Drilastic solo saddle, and a girder front end. The bike's odometer shows 49k miles, and it received a tune-up and valve adjustment in 2018.
Trait
Quantity
Most Recent Sale
Year
1938
1 (1%)
11/2/2021
Color
Black
3 (4%)
4/22/2023
Transmission
Manual
60 (82%)
7/1/2026
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  • 11/2/2021
    Bring a Trailer
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    $16k
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Top Comments
Mordizzle 120mph? Or 120km? Can't get the old BSA over 75 without St. Christopher with me.😎
k1red1000 OSL stands for Overhead Valve, Sport, Luxury.
DDJ Nice to see these vintage bikes on BaT. Looking forward to watching this action / comments...
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