Technical specifications
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| Model: |
500SL Pantah |
| Years: |
1979 |
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Engine:
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Four stroke, 90°“L”twin cylinder, SOHC, desmodromic, 2 valves per cylinder, belt driven
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Capacity:
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499 cc / 30.45 cu in
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Bore x Stroke:
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74 x 58 mm
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Compression Ratio:
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9.5:1
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Induction:
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2x Dell'Orto PHM 36 mm carburetors.
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Ignition:
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Bosch PTZ Electronic
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Battery:
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Yuasa 12V 14Ah
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Starting:
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Electric
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Max Power:
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33.1 kW / 45 hp @ 9050 rpm
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Clutch:
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Wet, multi-plate
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Transmission:
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5 Speed
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Primary Drive Ratio:
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2.226:1 (31/69)
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Gear Ratios:
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1 st 2.500 / 2nd 1.714 / 3rd 1.333 / 4th 1.074 / 5th 0.900:1 (from 1981: 0.931:1)
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Final Drive Ratio:
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2.533:1 (15/38). From 1981: 2.786:1 (14/39)
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Final Drive:
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Chain
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Frame:
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Tubular steel trellis frame
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Front Suspension:
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35mm Marzocchi or Paioli fork
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Rear Suspension:
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Marzocchi or Paioli dual shock absorbers with 3-way adjustable coil springs
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Front Brakes:
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2 x 260mm Discs, 2 piston calipers
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Rear Brakes:
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Single 260 mm disc, 1 piston caliper
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Front Tyre:
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100/90-18
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Rear Tyre:
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110/90-18
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Dimensions:
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Length: 2150 mm / 84.6 in Width: 670 mm / 26.4 in Height: 1160 mm / 45.7 in
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Wheelbase:
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1450 mm / 57.1 in
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Seat Height:
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760 mm / 29.9 in
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Dry Weight:
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180 kg / 397 lbs
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Fuel Capacity:
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18 L / 4.8 US gal / 4.0 Imp gal
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Top Speed:
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196 km/h / 121.8 mph
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Road Test:
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Bike Magazine
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