Suzuki T 500K/L

Suzuki T 500K/L
Manufacturer	Suzuki
Production	1971 - 73
Engine	Two stroke, parallel two cylinder
Compression ratio	6.6:1
Transmission	5 Speed
Frame	Dual downtube cradle
Suspension	Front: Telescopic forks Rear: Dual shock absorbers
Brakes	Front: Drum Rear: Drum
Front Tire	3.00-18
Rear Tire	3.25-16
Wheelbase	1455 mm / 57.3 in
Weight	186 kg / 410 lbs (dry),
Recommended Oil	Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40
Manuals	Service Manual

Engine

The engine was a Air cooled cooled Two stroke, parallel two cylinder. The engine featured a 6.6:1 compression ratio.

Chassis

It came with a 3.00-18 front tire and a 3.25-16 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 Dual shock absorbers. The bike weighed just 186 kg / 410 lbs. The wheelbase was 1455 mm / 57.3 in long.

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Overview

Make Model	Suzuki T 500 K/L
Year	1971 - 73
Engine Type	Two stroke, parallel two cylinder
Displacement	492 cc / 30 cu in
Bore X Stroke	70 x 64 mm
Compression	6.6:1
Cooling System	Air cooled
Lubrication System	Posi-force
Induction	2 x 32 mm Mikuni carburetors
Starting	Kick
Max Power	32.8 kW / 44 hp @ 7000 rpm
Max Torque	50.8 Nm / 5.2 kgf-m / 37.5 lb-ft @6000 rpm
Transmission	5 Speed
Final Drive	Chain
Frame	Dual downtube cradle
Front Suspension	Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension	Dual shock absorbers
Front Brakes	Drum
Rear Brakes	Drum
Front Tire	3.00-18
Rear Tire	3.25-16
Dimensions	Length: 2195 mm / 86.4 in Width: 880 mm / 34.7 in Height: 1105 mm / 43.5 in
Wheelbase	1455 mm / 57.3 in
Dry Weight	186 kg / 410 lbs
Top Speed (est)	185 km/h / 115 mph