Technical specifications
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| Model: |
GL 500 Silver Wing |
| Years: |
1978-82 |
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Engine:
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Four-stroke. longitudinal 800 V-twin, SOHC 4 valves per cylinder operated by pushrods
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Capacity:
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496.8 cc / 30.3 cub in.
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Bore x Stroke:
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78 x 52 mm
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Compression Ratio:
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10.0:1
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Cooling System:
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Liquid cooled
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Induction:
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2 x 34mm Keihin carburetors
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Ignition:
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Transistor
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Starting:
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Electric
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Max Power:
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37.3 kW / 50 hp @ 9000 rpm
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Max Torque:
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46 Nm / 4.69 kgf-m / 33.9 lb-ft @ 7000 rpm
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Transmission:
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5 Speed
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Final Drive:
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Shaft
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Front Suspension:
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Telescopic coil spring air assisted
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Rear Suspension:
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Swing arm compound linkage to single shock
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Front Brakes:
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2 x 240mm discs, 2 piston calipers
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Rear Brakes:
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Drum
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Front Tyre:
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2.15-19
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Rear Tyre:
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130/90-16
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Wet Weight:
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240 kg / 529 lbs
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Fuel Capacity:
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17.5 Litres / 4.62 US gal
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Reserve:
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2.6L / 0.69 US gal
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Consumption average:
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5.1 L/100 km / 19.7 km/l / 46.3 mpg
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Braking 100 km/h - 0:
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44.2 m / 145 ft
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Standing ¼ Mile:
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15.0 sec / 134.2 km/h / 83.4 mph
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Top Speed:
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175.4 km/h / 109 mph
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