Yamaha TT500: history, specs, pictures
The Yamaha TT 500 was a Single Cylinder, Four-stroke, air-cooled Enduro motorcycle produced by Yamaha in 1976. Max torque was 28.03 ft/lbs (38.0 Nm) @ 5500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 26.95 HP (20.1 KW) @ 5900 RPM.
'Yamaha TT500' | |
Manufacturer | [[Yamaha]] |
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Also called | TT 500 |
Production | 1976 - 1981 |
Class | [[:Category:Enduro motorcycles|Enduro]] [[Category:Enduro motorcycles]] |
Engine | 499cc Single Cylinder, four-stroke, air-cooled |
Bore / Stroke | 86.4mm x 86.4mm |
Compression ratio | 9.:1 |
Horsepower | 26.95 HP (20.1 KW) @ 5900RPM |
Torque | 28.03 ft/lbs (38.0 Nm) @ 5500RPM |
Fuel System | Carburetor |
Spark Plug | NGK BP7ES '77-81 |
Transmission | Gear box: 5-Speed Final Drive: Chain |
Suspension | Front: Telescopic forks Rear: Swing arm |
Brakes | Front: Drum Rear: Drum |
Front Tire | 3.00-21 |
Rear Tire | 4.60-18 |
Wheelbase | 55.91 inches (1420 mm) |
Length | 83.11 inches (2111 mm) |
Width | 36.42 inches (925 mm) |
Seat Height | 33.19 inches (843 mm) |
Weight | 127.0 kg (wet) |
Oil Filter | K&N KN-145 |
Related | Yamaha TT225 Yamaha TT250 Yamaha TT350 Yamaha TT500 Yamaha TT600 |
Manuals | Service Manual |
History
The Yamaha TT500 model was developed as a desert race enduro machine. Released as a street-legal version of the TT500 enduro machine launched the year before, this model became the pioneer of the big single off-road genre. It was the focus of attention also for the bold adoption for the first time ever of a forward inclining upside-down rear suspension on a trail model. It was on an XT500 that the Sonauto Yamaha team’s Cyril Neveu won the motorcycle division of the 1st Paris Dakar Rally in 1979.
The XT500 is a bike with great resources and it is very fun to ride. The bike handles very well and it also has a satisfying acceleration and great suspension. This is the kind of bike that you would encounter at the entering of a ranch and believe me: it belongs there. The bike was created to be exploited and it will give a very exciting off road experience.
The Yamaha XT500 is an icon and a very enjoyable bike to ride. Many people still put some real miles into their XT500’s and they have a big smile on their faces.
Engine
A 86.4mm bore x 86.4mm stroke result in a displacement of just 499.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive
The bike has a 5-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-plate.
Chassis
It came with a 3.00-21 front tire and a 4.60-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Swing arm. The wheelbase was 55.91 inches (1420 mm) long.
1976 Yamaha TT 500
The TT 500 is a perfect mix of traditional engineering and modern racing technology. The classic overhead cam, four-stroke, single delivers smooth torque even at low rpm`s.