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Yamaha XT 500 1982 specs

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Yamaha XT 500 1982 motorcycle info

Main Detail

Make

Yamaha

Model

XT 500

Year

1982

Category

Enduro / Off-Road

Performance and Speed

Top Speed

132.0 km/h / 82.0 mph

Dimensions and Weight

Kerb Weight

155.0 kg / 341.7 pounds

Engine and Exhaust

Bore / Stroke

87.0 x 84.0 mm / 3.4 x 3.3 inches

Engine Capacity

499.00 cc / 30.45 cubic inches

Compression

9.0:1

Engine Type

Single cylinder

2 / 4 Stroke

4

Valves / Cylinder

2

Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive

Transmission Type

Chain

Gearbox

5-speed

Fuel and Emission Standards

Fuel Control

OHC

Fuel Capacity

9.00 litres / 2.38 gallons

Tires and Rims

Front Tire Dimensions

3.25-21

Rear Tire Dimensions

4.00-18

Brakes

Front Brakes

Expanding brake

Rear Brakes

Expanding brake

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