Yamaha TT500: history, specs, pictures
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| Yamaha TT500 | |
| Manufacturer | |
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| Also called | TT 500 |
| Production | 1976 - 1981 |
| Class | Enduro |
| Engine | 499cc Single Cylinder, four-stroke, air-cooled |
| Bore / Stroke | 86.4mm x 86.4mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.:1 |
| Top Speed | 90 mph |
| Horsepower | 26.95 HP (20.1 KW) @ 5900RPM |
| Torque | 28.03 ft/lbs (38.0 Nm) @ 5500RPM |
| Fuel System | Carburetor |
| Air Filter | K&N YA-1100 `76-81[1] |
| Spark Plug | NGK BP7ES '77-81 |
| Transmission | Gear box: 5-Speed Final Drive: Chain |
| Final Drive | Chain: 520x100 ‘76[2] |
| Front Sprocket | 15T ‘76[2] |
| Rear Sprocket | 52T ‘76[2] |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic forks Rear: Swing arm |
| Brakes | Front: Drum Rear: Drum |
| Front Tire | 3.00-21 |
| Rear Tire | 4.60-18 |
| Wheelbase | 55.91 inches (1420 mm) |
| Length | 83.11 inches (2111 mm) |
| Width | 36.42 inches (925 mm) |
| Seat Height | 33.19 inches (843 mm) |
| Weight | 127.0 kg (wet) |
| Oil Filter | K&N KN-145[1] |
| Recommended Oil | Yamalube 10w-40 |
| Related | Yamaha TT225 Yamaha TT250 Yamaha TT350 Yamaha TT500 Yamaha TT600 |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Yamaha TT 500 was a Single Cylinder, Four-stroke, air-cooled Enduro motorcycle produced by Yamaha in 1976. Max torque was 28.03 ft/lbs (38.0 Nm) @ 5500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 26.95 HP (20.1 KW) @ 5900 RPM.
History[edit | edit source]
The Yamaha TT500 model was developed as a desert race enduro machine. Released as a street-legal version of the TT500 enduro machine launched the year before, this model became the pioneer of the big single off-road genre. It was the focus of attention also for the bold adoption for the first time ever of a forward inclining upside-down rear suspension on a trail model. It was on an XT500 that the Sonauto Yamaha team’s Cyril Neveu won the motorcycle division of the 1st Paris Dakar Rally in 1979.
The XT500 is a bike with great resources and it is very fun to ride. The bike handles very well and it also has a satisfying acceleration and great suspension. This is the kind of bike that you would encounter at the entering of a ranch and believe me: it belongs there. The bike was created to be exploited and it will give a very exciting off road experience.
The Yamaha XT500 is an icon and a very enjoyable bike to ride. Many people still put some real miles into their XT500’s and they have a big smile on their faces.
Engine[edit | edit source]
A 86.4mm bore x 86.4mm stroke result in a displacement of just 499.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 5-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-plate.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 3.00-21 front tire and a 4.60-18 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 Swing arm. The wheelbase was 55.91 inches (1420 mm) long.
1976 Yamaha TT 500[edit | edit source]
The TT 500 is a perfect mix of traditional engineering and modern racing technology. The classic overhead cam, four-stroke, single delivers smooth torque even at low rpm`s.
1977[edit | edit source]
1977 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1977 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1977 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1977 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1977 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1977 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1977 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1977 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1977 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1977 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1977 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1977 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1977 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1977 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1977 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1977 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1977 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1977 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1978 TT500E[edit | edit source]
1978 Yamaha TT500 in Yellow
1978 Yamaha TT500 in Yellow
1978 Yamaha TT500 in Yellow
1978 Yamaha TT500 in Yellow
1978 Yamaha TT500 in Yellow
1978 Yamaha TT500 in Yellow
1978 Yamaha TT500E in Yellow
1978 Yamaha TT500E in Yellow
1978 Yamaha TT500E in Yellow
1978 Yamaha TT500E in Yellow
1978 Yamaha TT500E in Yellow
1978 Yamaha TT500E in Yellow
1978 Yamaha TT500E in Yellow
1979[edit | edit source]
1979 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1979 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1979 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1979 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1979 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1979 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1979 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1979 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1979 Yamaha TT500 in Orange
1980[edit | edit source]
1980 Yamaha TT500 in Silver
1980 Yamaha TT500 in Silver
1980 Yamaha TT500 in Silver
1980 Yamaha TT500 in Silver
1980 Yamaha TT500 in Silver
1980 Yamaha TT500 in Silver
1980 Yamaha TT500 in Silver
1981[edit | edit source]
1981 Yamaha TT500 in White
1981 Yamaha TT500 in White
1981 Yamaha TT500 in White
1981 Yamaha TT500 in White
In Media[edit | edit source]
- The Devil and Max Devlin
- CHiPs
- Captain America
- Legion of Fire: Killer Ants!
- Apocalypse domani
- American Pickers
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog. K&L Supply Co. 2019.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2019 Western Power Sports Catalog. Western Power Sports. 2019.
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