These are the known mechanical and performance specifications for your 1975 Yamaha XS500B.
Basic Specs
Engine
Displacement498.00 ccm (30.39 cubic inches)
Type
DetailsTwin, four-stroke
Max RPM
Compression8.5:1
Bore/Stroke73.0 x 59.6 mm (2.9 x 2.3 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
FuelingCarburettor. two Keihin CV32
Ignitionbattery, timing 38* BTDC, point gap .012-.018 in.
Exhausttwin pipes, bridged
Lubricationwet sump, two pumps
CoolingAir
Fuel Economy & Polution
Fuel Consumption2.80 litres/100 km (35.7 km/l or 84.01 mpg)
Fuel Capacity12.86 litres (3.40 gallons)
Emissions65.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame Typesteel tubing double-cradle
Rake62.0°
Trail117 mm (4.6 inches)
Front Suspensioninverted forks
Front Travel
Rear Suspension
Rear Travel
Seat
Seat Height
Alt. Seat Height
Total Height1,130 mm (44.5 inches)
Total Length2,150 mm (84.6 inches)
Total Width835 mm (32.9 inches)
Ground Clearance155 mm (6.1 inches)
Wheelbase1,400 mm (55.1 inches)
Dry Weight
Wet Weight
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tire/Tyre3/19-4PR
Rear Tire/Tyre4/18-4PR
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Diameter
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Diameter
Wheels
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