Specifications Yamaha XT 500 1976
- Chassis
- Frame : simple tubular steel cradle
- Fuel capacity : 8.80 liters (2.32 US gallons)
- Seat height : 820 mm (32.28 in)
- Length : 2,175 mm (85.63 in)
- Width : 875 mm (34.45 in)
- Min height : 1,140 mm (44.88 in)
- Wheelbase : 1,425 mm (56.10 in)
- Dry weight : 139 kg (306 lb)
- Weight when fully loaded : 185 kg (408 lb)
- Front axle
- 36 mm diameter telescopic hydraulic fork, Wheel travel : 195 mm (7.68 in)
- drum brakes Ø 130 mm (5.12 in)
- Front tire : 120/70 - 21 → Order this type of tire
- Pressure : 1.3 bar
- Transmission
- 5 stage gearbox , manual
- Secondary by chain
- Rear axle
- 2 shock absorbers, Wheel travel : 110 mm (4.33 in)
- Preload adjustment
- drum brakes Ø 130 mm (5.12 in)
- Rear tire : 180/55 - 18 → Order this type of tire
- Pressure : 1.5 bar
- Motor
- single-cylinder , 4 strokes
- 1 carburetor, 34 mm diameter
- Cooling system : by air
- 1 ACT
- 2 valves
- 499 cc
- 32 ch (31.60 hp) to 6,500 rpm
- 4.10 mkg to 5,500 rpm
- Power-to-weight ratio : 4.4 kg/ch
- Weight / torque ratio : 33.9 kg/mkg
- Compression : 9 : 1
- Starting system : kick
- Standard equipment
- Spoke wheels
- Practical information
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the XT 500 1976
- What is the power of the XT 500?
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The XT 500 1976 develops a power of 32 ch (31.60 hp)
- What is the torque of the XT 500?
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The maximum torque of the XT 500 1976 is 4.10 mkg to 5,500 rpm.
- What is the maximum speed of the XT 500?
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The XT 500 1976 is capable of reaching a top speed of approximately 140 km/h (87 mph) on the track.
- What is the weight of the XT 500?
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The XT 500 1976 has a a dry weight of 139 kg (306 lb), a weight when fully loaded of 185 kg (408 lb).
- QWhat is the seat height of the XT 500?
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To ensure good accessibility, the XT 500 1976 offers a minimum seat height of 820 mm (32.28 in).
- What is the price of the XT 500?
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The price of the XT 500 1976 is 1,554€ in France
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