Maico GP500: history, specs, pictures

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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.

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)
Horse Power 16.63 HP (12.4 KW) @ 5600RPM
Battery 13.5:1
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  (dry), 109.0 kg (wet)
Fuel capacity 2.64 Gallon (10.00 Liters)
Manuals Service Manual
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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.