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Triumph Speed Twin 500 (1959-63) technical specifications

Triumph Speed Twin 500 technical specifications

Triumph Speed Twin 500 is produced in 1959-63. Engine is Four stroke, parallel twin, OHV, displacement 490 cc / 29.9 cub in. , produces power 20.1 kW / 27 hp @ 6500 rpm. Triumph Speed Twin 500 weighs 155 kg / 341 lbs. Triumph Speed Twin 500 has 2 photos.

Technical specifications

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Model: Speed Twin 500
Years: 1959-63
Engine: Four stroke, parallel twin, OHV
Capacity: 490 cc / 29.9 cub in.
Bore x Stroke: 63 x 80 mm
Compression Ratio: 7.2:1
Cooling System: Air cooled
Induction: Single Amal carburetor 15/16"
Ignition: 6 V magnetic flywheel
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 20.1 kW / 27 hp @ 6500 rpm
Clutch: Wet,6 plate
Transmission: 4 Speed, constant mesh
Final Drive: Chain
Frame: Singe tube frame
Front Suspension: Hydraulic telescopic fork
Rear Suspension: 1947-1954 sprung hub, after 1954 Swingarm with two shock absorbers
Front Brakes: Drum, 7 in SLS
Rear Brakes: Drum, 7 in SLS
Front Tyre: 3.25 - 19, Dunlop Universal
Rear Tyre: 3.50 - 19, Dunlop Universal
Wheelbase: 1372 mm / 54 in
Saddle Height: 749 mm / 29.5 in
Ground Clearance: 152 mm / 6.0 in
Dry Weight: 155 kg / 341 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 18 L / 4.8 US gal / 4.0 Imp gal

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