Moto Guzzi 500 Sahara: history, specs, pictures
The Moto Guzzi 500 Sahara was a single cylinder, four-stroke standard produced by Moto Guzzi in 1975. It could reach a top speed of 76 mph (123 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 24.41 HP (18.2 KW) @ 4800 RPM.
| Moto Guzzi 500 Sahara | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 1975 |
| Engine | single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 88.0mm x 82.0mm |
| Top Speed | 76 mph (123 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 24.41 HP (18.2 KW) @ 4800RPM |
| Transmission | Gear box: 4-speed Final Drive: chain |
| Brakes | Front: expanding brake Rear: expanding brake |
| Front Tire | 3.50-18 |
| Rear Tire | 3.50-18 |
| Weight | 219.0 kg (wet) |
| Fuel Capacity | 5.02 Gallon (19.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
EngineEdit
The engine was a air cooled single cylinder, four-stroke. A 88.0mm bore x 82.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 498.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (ohv).
DriveEdit
The bike has a 4-speed transmission.
ChassisEdit
It came with a 3.50-18 front tire and a 3.50-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake in the front and a expanding brake in the rear. The 500 Sahara was fitted with a 5.02 Gallon (19.00 Liters) fuel tank.