1978 Yamaha TT 500 technical specifications

Technical specifications

Model: TT 500
Years: 1978-81
Engine: Four stroke, single cylinder
Capacity: 499 cc / 30.4 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 87 х 84 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 9.0 :1
Lubrication: Dry sump
Induction: 38mm Mikuni
Ignition: Flywheel magneto
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 27 hp / 19.7 kW @ 5900 rpm
Max Torque: 27.8 ft-lb / 37.6 Nm @ 5500 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Gear Ratio: 1st 20.97 / 2nd 13.84 / 3rd 10.59 / 4th8.15 / 6th 6.92
Front Suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension: Swinging arm
Front Brakes: Drum
Rear Brakes: Drum
Front Tyre: 3.00-21
Rear Tyre: 4.60-18
Dimensions: Length 2110 mm / 83.1 in Width 934.7 mm / 36.8 in Height 1120 mm / 44.1 in
Wheelbase: 1420 mm / 55.9 in
Seat Height: 843 mm / 33.2 in
Ground Clearance: 216 mm / 8.5 in
Dry Weight: 118.8 kg / 262 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 8.5 Litres / 2.24 US gal
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