1977 Benelli 500LS technical specifications

Technical specifications

Model: 500LS
Years: 1977
Engine: Four stroke, transverse four cylinders , 2 valves per cylinder
Capacity: 498 cc / 30.4 cu in
Bore x Stroke: 56 x 50.6 mm
Compression Ratio: 10.2:1
Oil Capacity: 2.5 L / 2.6 US qts
Induction: 4 x 22mm Dell'Orto carburetors
Starting: Electric and kick start
Max Power: 36.5 kW / 49 hp @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque: 34 Nm / 3.47 kgf-m / 25.1 lbs-ft @ 9300 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final drive: Chain
Front Suspension: Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension: Pivoted rear fork 5-way spring preload
Front Brakes: 2 x 260mm discs
Rear Brakes: 200 mm drum
Front Tyre: 3.00-18
Rear Tyre: 3.50-18
Dimensions: Length: 2100 mm / 82.7 in Width: 800 mm / 31.5 in Height: 1000 mm / 39.4 in
Dry Weight: 198 kg / 437 lbs
Wet Weight: 230 kg / 507 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 19 Litres / 5.02 US gal
Fuel Consumption: 6.7 L/100 km / 14.9 km/l / 35.1 US mpg
Top Speed: 180 km/h / 111 mph

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