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Yamaha XT 500 1976

Specifications

Trail
  • In short
The 1976 Yamaha XT 500, in the Trail category, is equipped with a Single-cylinder - 4-stroke engine, producing 32 HP (23.5 kW), with a wet weight of 185 kg (139 kg dry).

This 499cc motorcycle is available at a price of €1,554.
  • Engine

Engine displacement

499 cc

Engine type

Single-cylinder - 4-stroke

Maximum power

32 hp (23.5 kW) at 6500 rpm

Maximum torque

40.2 Nm (4.1 mkg) at 5500 rpm

Weight-to-power ratio

5.78 kg/hp
7.87 kg/kW

Weight-to-torque ratio

4.60 kg/Nm
45.12 kg/mkg

Fuel system

1 carburetor Ø 34 mm

Valves/cylinder

2

ACT

1

  • Chassis

Weight fully fueled

185 kg

Dry weight

139 kg

Frame type

simple tubular steel cradle

Saddle height

820 mm

Length

2175 mm

Width

875 mm

Wheelbase

1425 mm

Minimum height

1140 mm

Tank capacity

8.8 L

  • Front axle

Fork

36 mm diameter hydraulic lift, 195 mm stroke

Braking

drum Ø 130 mm

Front tire

120/70 R21

  • Rear axle

Shock absorber

2 shock absorbers, travel: 110 mm
Adjustment: preload

Braking

drum Ø 130 mm

Rear tire

180/55 R18

  • Transmission

Gearbox type

5-speed gearbox

Transmission

manual

Shifter

No

Secondary transmission

Chain

  • Type of driver's license

Required license

Category A driving licence
A2 license

Trails of similar displacement from 1976

Trails of similar power from 1976

  • Price

1 554 €

  • FAQ
The Single-cylinder - 4-stroke engine of this 1976 Yamaha XT 500 produces 32 HP (23.5 kW).
The 1976 Yamaha XT 500 develops a maximum torque of 40.2 Nm (equivalent to 4.1 mkg) thanks to its Single-cylinder - 4-stroke engine.
The 1976 Yamaha XT 500 is equipped with a front tire in 120/70 R21 and a rear tire in 180/55 R18.
Yes, without hesitation. The seat height of this Yamaha is 820 mm, allowing for easy flat-footing, making it ideal for shorter riders and beginners.
Yes! This XT 500 is equipped with a reverse gear, which greatly facilitates maneuvering despite its wet weight of 185 kg.
DCT is the type of automatic transmission with which this XT 500 is equipped. It stands for "Dual Clutch Transmission." It allows for shifting gears automatically or manually, without a clutch lever, for greater comfort and smoothness.
Yes! The 1976 Yamaha XT 500 can be restricted to A2 for new license holders.
Yes, this 1976 Yamaha XT 500 is compatible with the A2 license.
Yes, this 1976 Yamaha XT 500 is compatible with the A1 license.
No, this Yamaha is designed solely for use on and is not road-legal.
The 1976 Yamaha XT 500 weighs 185 kg wet (139 kg dry).
The 1976 Yamaha XT 500 is sold at a price of €1,554.