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