MV Agusta 500
The MV Agusta 500 S was a twin, four-stroke unspecified category motorcycle produced between 1976 and 1978. It could reach a top speed of 101 mph (162 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 42.11 HP (31.4 KW) @ 8200 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a air cooled twin, four-stroke. A 75.0mm bore x 56.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 495.0 cubic centimeters. The engine featured a 9.0:1 compression ratio. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (ohv).
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 5-speed transmission. The final drive was via chain.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 3.00-18 front tire and a 3.50-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via dual disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The 500 S was fitted with a 4.76 Gallon (18.00 Liters) fuel tank.
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| MV Agusta 500 | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Also called | 500 SS, 500 S |
| Production | 1976 - 1978 |
| Class | Classic |
| Engine | twin, four-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 75.0mm x 56.0mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 101 mph (162 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 42.11 HP (31.4 KW) @ 8200RPM |
| Fuel System | carburetors |
| Transmission | Gear box: 5-speed Final Drive: chain |
| Suspension | Front: telescopic fork Rear: dual shocks |
| Brakes | Front: dual disc Rear: single disc |
| Front Tire | 3.00-18 |
| Rear Tire | 3.50-18 |
| Weight | 158.0 kg (wet) |
| Fuel Capacity | 4.76 Gallon (18.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The MV Agusta 500 S was a twin, four-stroke Classic motorcycle produced by MV Agusta between 1976 and 1978. It could reach a top speed of 101 mph (162 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 42.11 HP (31.4 KW) @ 8200 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a air cooled twin, four-stroke. A 75.0mm bore x 56.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 495.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (ohv).
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 5-speed transmission.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 3.00-18 front tire and a 3.50-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via dual disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a dual shocks. The 500 S was fitted with a 4.76 Gallon (18.00 Liters) fuel tank.
1977 MV Agusta 500 SS[edit | edit source]
The 1977 MY MV Agusta 500 SS sports an air-cooled, four stroke, 495cc, parallel twin cylinder powerhouse paired to a five-speed manual transmission. It has been designed for riders who want a more gritty and aggressive machine. It comes with telescopic forks, dual shocks in the rear, dual disc brakes in the front and a single disc brake in the rear. In addition, it has a double-barrel, chromed exhaust system.