Suzuki RG 500 - Gamma
This bike corresponds to the category of sport and the first model of the Suzuki rg 500 generation launched to the general public in the year 1985.
Technical Specifications
Engine and transmission
- Engine type:4 cylinders, 2-stroke, Inline
- Displacement:498 cc (30.43 cubic inches)
- Bore × stroke:2.2 inch × 1.99 inch (oversquare - shortstroke)
- Cooling system:Water cooled
- Power:96.26 HP (70.8 kW) @ 9500 rpm
- Throttle:Cable operated
- Valve train:Rotary inlet valve, variable
- Sparks per cylinder:1
- Ignition type:Analogue CDI (Capacitive Discharge Ign.)
- Compression:7:1
- Engine mounting:Transverse
- Lubrication system:Wet sump
- Gear box:Manual 6-speed
- Clutch:Wet, cable operated
- Final drive:Chain
- Spark plug pipe type:NGK, BR9ES
- Starter:Electric
Dimensions
- Length:82.7 inch
- Width:27.4 inch
- Height:46.7 inch
- Wheel base:56.1 inch
- Ground clearance:4.72 inch
- Seat height:30.3 inch
- Curb weight:399 lbs
- Dry weight:343.9 lbs
Chassis and suspension
- FrontSuspension:CartridgeBrake:Twin DiskTire:110 / 90 R16Tire pressure:0.16 PSI, with pillion: 0.16 PSI withpilion
- RearSuspension:mono shock, SwingarmBrake:DiskTire:120 / 90 R17Tire pressure:0.17 PSI, with pillion: 0.2 PSI withpilion
- Frame type:steel, Double cradle frame
Other
- ABS available:No
- Power-to-weight ratio:0.39 KW/lbs (2.56 lbs/HP)
- Top speed:141.67 mph
- Fuel capacity:5.81 gals
- Number of riders:2 persons