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General information |
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Model name
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Yamaha TX 500 |
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Year model
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1973 |
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Type
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Classic |
| Price as new | US$ 1295. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
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Rating
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Engine and transmission |
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Engine size
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500.0 ccm (30.51 cubic inches) |
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Type of engine
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Twin, four-stroke |
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Effect
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50.0 HP (36.5 kW)) @ 9000 RPM |
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Top speed
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177.0 km/h (110.0 mph) |
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Maximum RPM
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9000 |
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Compression
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10.0:1 |
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Valves per cylinder
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4 |
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Fuel system
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Carburettor. 2 Keihin |
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Fuel control
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Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
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Lubrication system
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Wet sump |
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Cooling system
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Air |
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Gearbox
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5-speed |
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Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
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Clutch
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Wet Plate |
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Fuel consumption
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6.72 litres/100 km (14.9 km/l or 35.00 mpg) |
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Greenhouse gases
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155.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
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Exhaust system
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double stainless steel pipes |
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Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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Frame type
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Steel |
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Rear suspension
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adjustable |
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Front brakes
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Single disc |
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Rear brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
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Physical measures and capacities |
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Dry weight
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192.8 kg (425.0 pounds) |
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Power/weight ratio
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0.2594 HP/kg |
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Fuel capacity
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15.14 litres (4.00 US gallons) |
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Other specifications |
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Starter
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Electric & kick |
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Further information |
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