1984 Yamaha RZ500
Engine
Engine type Liquid cooled, Two stroke, 50°-V4 cylinder, reed valve
Bore x Stroke 56.4 x 50.0 mm
Displacement 499 cc
Valves 2 valves per cylinder
Compression ratio 6.6:1
Max Power 88 hp / 65 kW @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque 67 Nm / 6.8 kgf-m @ 8500 rpm
Fuel system 4x 26mm Mikuni carbs
Transmission 6-speed
Final drive Chain
Clutch Wet, multiple discs, cable operated
Ignition type Digital CDI
Starting system Kick starter
Lubrication Wet sump
Intake system
Spark plug NGK, BR9HS
Battery
Gear ratios
Dimensions
Frame type Steel twin downtube
Rake
Overall length 2145 mm
Overall width 760 mm
Overall height 1075 mm
Wheelbase 1207 mm (54.1 inches)
Seat height 800 mm (31.5 inches)
Ground clearance 165 mm
Weight 173 kg
Fuel capacity 22 litres
Color Silky white, blue
Suspension (front) Air assisted telescopic forks, spring preload adjustable and anti-dive
Suspension (rear) Monoshock, spring preload and rebound damping
Tyre (front) 120/80-V16
Tyre (rear) 130/80-V18
Brake (front) Dual disc brake 267mm with 2 piston calipers
Brake (rear) Single disc brake 245mm with 2 piston calipers
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