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KTM 500 XC-W 20122012 KTM 500 XC-W specifications, pictures, reviews and rating |
| KTM's profilation of this bike |
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| General information | |
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| Model | KTM 500 XC-W |
| Year model | 2012 |
| Type | Enduro / offroad |
| Rating | 3.8 Check out the detailed rating of off-road capabilities, engine performance, maintenance cost, etc. Compare with any other bike. |
| Engine and transmission | |
| Engine size | 510.4 ccm (31.14 cubic inches) |
| Type of engine | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Compression | 13.2:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 95.0 x 72.0 mm (3.7 x 2.8 inches) |
| Fuel system | Injection. EFI |
| Ignition | Contactless controlled fully electronic ignition with digital ignition adjustment, type Kokusan |
| Lubrication system | Pressure circulation lubrication with two rotary pumps |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Transmission type | Chain (final drive) |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Frame type | Central tube frame made of chrome molybdenum steel tubing |
| Rake (fork angle) | 26.5° |
| Front suspension | WP Suspension Up Side Down 4860 MXMA PA |
| Front wheel travel | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Rear suspension | WP Suspension PDS 5018 DCC |
| Rear wheel travel | 335 mm (13.2 inches) |
| Front tire | 80/100-21 |
| Rear tire | 100/90-19 |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Brake calipers on floating bearings |
| Diameter | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Brake calipers on floating bearings |
| Diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Physical measures and capacities | |
| Dry weight | 112.0 kg (246.9 pounds) |
| Seat height | 970 mm (38.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Ground clearance | 345 mm (13.6 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 8.50 litres (2.25 US gallons) |
| Other specifications | |
| Color options | Orange/black/white |
| Starter | Electric & kick |
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| Further information | |
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