| Year:
1978
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GENERAL
Make:
Yamaha
Model:
SR500
Retail New:
$1,898
Retail Current:
$1,000-$2,000
|
CHASSIS
Frame:
single downtube cradle
Wheelbase:
1,400mm (55.1in)
Seat Height:
806mm (31.75in)
Front Tire:
3.50 x 19in
Rear Tire:
4.00 x 19in
Front Brakes:
292mm (11.5in) disc
Rear Brakes:
150mm (5.9in) disc
Front Suspension:
Telescopic, no adjustment
Rear Suspension:
Twin shock absorbers, adjustable preload
Instrumentation:
|
ENGINE
Engine Type:
Overhead cam, air-cooled single
Engine Displacement:
499cc
Bore x Stroke:
87 x 84mm
Valve Train:
Valves per Cylinder:
Valve Adjustment:
Compression:
9:1
Carburetion:
32mm Mikuni with accelerator pump
Ignition:
electronic
Starting System:
Lubrication:
Cooling System:
air
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WEIGHT AND FUEL ECONOMY
Dry Weight:
160kg (353lb)
Wet Weight:
Load Capacity:
GVWR:
Fuel Capacity:
3.2gal
Average MPG:
45-60
Gallons to Reserve:
Range to Reserve:
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TRANSMISSION
Clutch:
Number of Gears:
5
Final Drive:
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PERFORMANCE
Charging Output:
Battery:
12v
Power:
33hp @ 6,500rpm
Torque:
Top Speed:
96mph
RPM @ 60:
Standing 1/4:
0-60:
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