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|name = Ducati 500GTV | |||
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|manufacturer = | |manufacturer = Ducati | ||
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|class = | |class = Classic | ||
|engine = air-cooled, four-stroke, parallel twin cylinder, SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder | |engine = air-cooled, four-stroke, parallel twin cylinder, SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder | ||
|bore_stroke = 78.7mm x 78.7mm | |bore_stroke = 78.7mm x 78.7mm | ||
|compression = 9.8:1 | |compression = 9.8:1 | ||
|top_speed = | |top_speed = 103 mph (165 km/h) | ||
|power = | |power = 38.22 HP (28.5 KW) @ 7500RPM | ||
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|dry_weight = | |dry_weight = | ||
|wet_weight = 196.0 kg | |wet_weight = 196.0 kg | ||
|fuel_capacity = | |fuel_capacity = 3.7 Gallon (14.00 Liters) | ||
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The '''[[Ducati]] 500GTV''' was a air-cooled, four-stroke, parallel twin cylinder, SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder Classic [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Ducati]] in 1978. | The '''[[Ducati]] 500GTV''' was a air-cooled, four-stroke, parallel twin cylinder, SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder Classic [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Ducati]] in 1978. | ||
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Unlike its 500GTL sibling, the 1977 Ducati 500GTV has been designed for superior performance, instead of comfort. It sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 497cc, parallel twin cylinder powerhouse mated to a five-speed manual transmission. | Unlike its 500GTL sibling, the 1977 Ducati 500GTV has been designed for superior performance, instead of comfort. It sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 497cc, parallel twin cylinder powerhouse mated to a five-speed manual transmission. | ||
Standard fittings include a chromed, dual exhaust system, Borrani cast- | Standard fittings include a chromed, dual exhaust system, Borrani cast-aluminum wheels, a plush, dual saddle, an analogue instrument cluster, wide handlebars, a round headlight, front and rear blinkers, a front Marzocchi telescopic fork coupled to dual shocks as a rear suspension, and a Brembo braking system with dual front discs and a single disc in the rear. | ||
[[Category:Classic motorcycles]] | [[Category:Classic motorcycles]] | ||
[[Category:Ducati motorcycles]] | [[Category:Ducati motorcycles]] | ||
[[Category:1970s motorcycles]] | [[Category:1970s motorcycles]] | ||
Latest revision as of 23:29, 30 November 2019
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| Ducati 500GTV | |
| Manufacturer | |
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| Production | 1978 |
| Class | Classic |
| Engine | air-cooled, four-stroke, parallel twin cylinder, SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder |
| Bore / Stroke | 78.7mm x 78.7mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 103 mph (165 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 38.22 HP (28.5 KW) @ 7500RPM |
| Transmission | Gear box: 5-speed, manual Final Drive: chain |
| Suspension | Front: telescopic fork Rear: dual shock absorbers |
| Brakes | Front: dual 256mm discs Rear: single 257mm disc |
| Front Tire | 3.25-18 |
| Rear Tire | 3.50-18 |
| Weight | 196.0 kg (wet) |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.7 Gallon (14.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Ducati 500GTV was a air-cooled, four-stroke, parallel twin cylinder, SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder Classic motorcycle produced by Ducati in 1978.
Engine[edit | edit source]
A 78.7mm bore x 78.7mm stroke result in a displacement of just 497.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 5-speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multi-disc, manual.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 3.25-18 front tire and a 3.50-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via dual 256mm discs in the front and a single 257mm disc in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a dual shock absorbers. The 500GTV was fitted with a 1.32 Gallon (5.00 Liters) fuel tank.
1978 Ducati 500GTV[edit | edit source]
Unlike its 500GTL sibling, the 1977 Ducati 500GTV has been designed for superior performance, instead of comfort. It sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 497cc, parallel twin cylinder powerhouse mated to a five-speed manual transmission.
Standard fittings include a chromed, dual exhaust system, Borrani cast-aluminum wheels, a plush, dual saddle, an analogue instrument cluster, wide handlebars, a round headlight, front and rear blinkers, a front Marzocchi telescopic fork coupled to dual shocks as a rear suspension, and a Brembo braking system with dual front discs and a single disc in the rear.