Triumph Speed Twin 500 (1959-63) 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
+ Add to 'Compare list'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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