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Released in 1940, the first GILERA 500 Saturno was, for almost a decade, the scarecrow of competition. It wasn't until the early '50s, with the advent of a new generation of 4-cylinders, that the GILERA 500 Saturno was able to let go.

the concept of the sporty gromono was taken up by the brand in the late '80s (1988), when Gilera, owned by the Piaggio Group sinceowned by the Piaggio Group since 1969, launched a new, ultra-modern single-cylinder model in a range of displacements: 350, 500, 600, and 750 cm3 (the latter of which enabled Gilera to win the Dakar twice).

the new 500 Saturno, on the strength of an already well-honed base (water-cooled single-cylinder, 44 hp for 145 kg), is a winner in the S. O.S. (Sound Of Single) championships.O.S. (Sound Of Single) championships in Italy and Japan, where it defeated a number of crazy prototypes based on Suzuki DR 650, Honda 650 Dominator or Yamaha XTZ 660 engines.

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on the road, the Saturno showcases its lightness, maneuverability and lively engine. It's the queen of turns, and will still exceed 180 km/h as soon as the asphalt ribbon allows it to (this is the point in the article where we remind you that this speed is only reached on a racetrack, or at the very least on vacation with our German friends).

unfortunately, it did not survive the Piaggio group's decision to mothball its satellite brand, and today remains a mythical model of the brand, and a rare opportunity on the French market.

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Published on 10/12/20
by Greg

Key facts Gilera 500 Saturno Bialbero (1988) : What you need to know before you buy

Highlights

Lightweight
Maniabilité
Very good basis for competition
Aesthetics

Weak points

The price
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Comfort

Prices

	Basic version
France	6,900€

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Model sold in 1988

Performance

Max speed : approximately 180 km/h (111.80 mph)

Specifications Gilera 500 Saturno Bialbero 1988

Chassis: Frame : Diamond structure in steel tubes; Fuel capacity : 19 liters (5.02 US gallons); Seat height : 790 mm (31.10 in); Wheelbase : 1,410 mm (55.51 in); Dry weight : 145 kg (320 lb)

Front axle: Telehydraulic fork Ø 40 mm, Wheel travel : 120 mm (4.72 in); Braking 1 disc Ø 300 mm (11.81 in), 4-piston caliper; Front tire : 110 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire

Transmission: 5 stage gearbox; Secondary by chain

Rear axle: Mono-damper, Wheel travel : 130 mm (5.12 in); Braking 1 disc Ø 240 mm (9.45 in), 2-piston caliper; Rear tire : 140 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire

Motor: single-cylinder , 4 strokes; 1 Ø 40 mm carburettor; Cooling system : liquid; 2 ACT; 4 valves; 492 cc; 44 ch (43.40 hp) to 7,000 rpm; 4.70 mkg to 6,000 rpm; Power-to-weight ratio : 3.34 kg/ch; Weight / torque ratio : 30.85 kg/mkg; Compression : 9.5 : 1

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Competitor

Yamaha SZR 660 1996

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Acceleration

Gilera 500 Saturno Bialbero 1988 Undisclosed

Yamaha SZR 660 1996 : 5.4 s

Fuel consumption

Gilera 500 Saturno Bialbero 1988 Undisclosed

Yamaha SZR 660 1996 : 5 liters/100km (0.47 mpg)

Range

Gilera 500 Saturno Bialbero 1988 Undisclosed

Yamaha SZR 660 1996 : 280 km (174 miles)

Torque

Gilera 500 Saturno Bialbero 1988 : 4.7 mkg

Yamaha SZR 660 1996 : 5.6 mkg

Power

Gilera 500 Saturno Bialbero 1988 : 44 ch (43.40 hp)

Yamaha SZR 660 1996 : 48 ch (47.30 hp)

Power-to-Weight ratio

Gilera 500 Saturno Bialbero 1988 : 3.34 kg/ch

Yamaha SZR 660 1996 : 3.36 kg/ch

Torque-to-Weight ratio

Gilera 500 Saturno Bialbero 1988 : 30.85 kg/mkg

Yamaha SZR 660 1996 : 28.39 kg/mkg

Speed

Gilera 500 Saturno Bialbero 1988 : approximately 180 km/h (111.80 mph)

Yamaha SZR 660 1996 : 186 km/h (115.60 mph)

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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the 500 Saturno Bialbero 1988

What is the power of the 500 Saturno Bialbero 1988?: The 500 Saturno Bialbero 1988 develops a power of 44 ch (43.40 hp)
What is the torque of the 500 Saturno Bialbero 1988?: The maximum torque of the 500 Saturno Bialbero 1988 is 4.70 mkg to 6,000 rpm.
What is the maximum speed of the 500 Saturno Bialbero 1988?: The 500 Saturno Bialbero 1988 is capable of reaching a top speed of approximately 180 km/h (111.80 mph) on the track.
What is the weight of the 500 Saturno Bialbero 1988?: The 500 Saturno Bialbero 1988 has a a dry weight of 145 kg (320 lb).
QWhat is the seat height of the 500 Saturno Bialbero 1988?: To ensure good accessibility, the 500 Saturno Bialbero 1988 offers a minimum seat height of 790 mm (31.10 in).
What is the price of the 500 Saturno Bialbero 1988?: The price of the 500 Saturno Bialbero 1988 is 6,900€ in France

Motorcycle specifications Gilera500 Saturno Bialbero 1988

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