Maico GP500: history, specs, pictures
Jump to navigation
Jump to search
'Maico GP500' | |
Manufacturer | [[Maico]] |
---|---|
Also called | GP500E (reduced effect), GP 500 E (reduced effect), GP500E, GP 500 E |
Production | 1987 - 1988 |
Engine | single cylinder, two-stroke |
Bore / Stroke | 86.5mm x 83.0mm |
Top Speed | 62 mph (100 km/h) |
Horsepower | 16.63 HP (12.4 KW) @ 5600RPM |
Transmission | Gear box: 5-speed Final Drive: chain |
Brakes | Front: single disc Rear: single disc |
Front Tire | 3.00-21 |
Rear Tire | 4.10-18 |
Weight | 109.0 kg (wet) |
Fuel Capacity | 2.64 Gallon (10.00 Liters) |
Manuals | Service Manual |
The Maico GP500E was a single cylinder, two-stroke standard produced by Maico between 1987 and 1988. It could reach a top speed of 62 mph (100 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 16.63 HP (12.4 KW) @ 5600 RPM.
Engine
The engine was a liquid cooled single cylinder, two-stroke. A 86.5mm bore x 83.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 488.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a membrane & variable discharge openings.
Drive
The bike has a 5-speed transmission.
Chassis
It came with a 3.00-21 front tire and a 4.10-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The GP500E was fitted with a 2.64 Gallon (10.00 Liters) fuel tank.