Yamaha XS 500
The 1979 Yamaha XS 500 is a stylish and Supersport motorcycle with Air cooled, 499cc, Inline-2, DOHC and 48.67 HP (35.8 kW) @ 8250 rpm.
Technical Specifications
Engine and transmission
- Engine type:2 cylinders, 4-stroke, Inline
- Displacement:499 cc (30.49 cubic inches)
- Bore × stroke:2.87 inch × 2.35 inch (oversquare - shortstroke)
- Cooling system:Air cooled
- Power:48.67 HP (35.8 kW) @ 8250 rpm
- Throttle:Cable operated
- Valve train:DOHC, variable
- Valves per cylinder:4
- Sparks per cylinder:1
- Fuel supply system:Carburetor
- Compression:8.5:1
- Engine mounting:Vertical
- Lubrication system:Wet sump
- Gear box:Manual 5-speed
- Clutch:Wet, multiple discs, cable operated
- Final drive:Chain
Dimensions
- Curb weight:463 lbs
Chassis and suspension
- FrontSuspension:CartridgeBrake:Single Disk
- RearSuspension:twin shock, SwingarmBrake:Disk
- Frame type:steel, Double cradle frame
Other
- ABS available:No
- Power-to-weight ratio:0.17 KW/lbs (5.87 lbs/HP)
- Top speed:110.6 mph
- Fuel capacity:3.96 gals
- Number of riders:2 persons
