| General information | 
  
    | Model name | Yamaha RD 500 LC | 
    | Year | 1984 | 
    | Category | Sport | 
    | Rating | 3.3   Check out the detailed rating of racing track capabilities, engine performance, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other bike. | 
    
        | Engine and transmission | 
  
    | Displacement | 499.0 ccm (30.45 cubic inches) | 
    | Engine type | V4, two-stroke | 
    | Power | 88.0 HP (64.2  kW)) @ 9500 RPM | 
    | Top speed | 223.0 km/h (138.6 mph) | 
    | Compression | 6.6:1 | 
    | Bore x stroke | 56.4 x 50.0 mm (2.2 x 2.0 inches) | 
    | Fuel control | Membrane & power valve | 
    | Cooling system | Liquid | 
    | Gearbox | 6-speed | 
    | Transmission type | Chain  (final drive) | 
    
        | Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | 
  
    | Front tire | 120/80-16 | 
    | Rear tire | 130/80-18 | 
    | Front brakes | Dual disc | 
    | Rear brakes | Single disc | 
    
        | Physical measures and capacities | 
  
    | Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 216.0 kg (476.2 pounds) | 
    | Fuel capacity | 22.00 litres (5.81 US gallons) | 
    
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