Specifications (RD500LC/RZV500R)
| RD500LC | RZV500R | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 499 cc (30 cu in), 2-stroke, four-cylinder, liquid-cooled, reed valve induction with YPVS | |
| Bore Stroke | 56.4 mm × 50.0 mm (2.22 in × 1.97 in) | |
| Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | |
| Fuel System | Mikuni VM26SS 26 mm (1.0 in) carburettor x 4 | |
| Lubrication | Yamaha Autolube two stroke injection, transmission gear pump. | |
| Ignition | Capacitor Discharge Ignition (CDI) | |
| Transmission | 6-speed, constant mesh | |
| Final Drive | 530 chain, 102 links | |
| Overall Length | 2,085 mm (82.1 in) | |
| Overall Width | 705 mm (27.8 in) | |
| Overall Height | 1,145 mm (45.1 in) | |
| Seat Height | 780 mm (30.7 in) | |
| Ground Clearance | 145 mm (5.7 in) | |
| Wheelbase | 1,375 mm (54.1 in) | |
| Dry Weight | 205 kg (450 lb) | 196 kg (430 lb) |
| Suspension Front | Telescopic, coil spring, non adjustable spring preload, brake linked anti-dive system | Telescopic, air assisted coil spring, adjustable spring preload, adjustable rebound damping with brake linked anti-dive system |
| Suspension Rear | Link-type, gas/oil damped, 5-way adjustable spring preload, 4-way adjustable rebound damping | |
| Brakes Front | Dual hydraulic disc | |
| Brakes Rear | Single hydraulic disc | |
| Tires Front | 120/80-VR16 | |
| Tires Rear | 130/80-VR18 | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L (6 US gal; 5 imp gal) | |
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