XT500E
Category: Enduros
Manufacturer: Yamaha
Hits: 524
| Year | 1978 |
| Engine Class | 500 |
| VIN Prefix | 1E6 |
| Known VIN Range (Vehicle ID Numbers) | 200101-204191 |
| Tank Color(s) | Brown |
| Country of Sale | USA |
| Bore (MM) | 87 |
| Stroke (MM) | 84 |
| Displacement (CC) | 499 |
| Compression Ratio (to 1) | 8.3 |
| BHP @ RPM | 32 @ 6,500 |
| Torque (kgm) @ RPM | 4 @ 5,500 |
| Autolube Injection? | No |
| Engine Cooling | Air |
| Carburetor Model | VM32SS |
| Ignition Type | Magneto |
| Primary Drive Gearing | 2.57 |
| Final Drive Gearing (Sprockets) | 44/16 |
| Box Gearing First | 2.36 |
| Box Gearing Second | 1.56 |
| Box Gearing Third | 1.19 |
| Box Gearing Fourth | 0.92 |
| Box Gearing Fifth | 0.78 |
| Fuel Capacity (L) | 8.5 |
| Gearbox Oil Capacity | 2.4 |
| Fork Oil Capacity (CC/Fork Leg) | 238 |
| Front Tire (stock) | 3.00 x 21 |
| Rear Tire (stock) | 4.00 x 18 |
| Front Brake Type | Drum |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum |
| Rear Suspension | Twin Shock |
| Front Suspension Travel (mm) | 195 |
| Rear Suspension Travel (mm) | 160 |
| Dry Weight (kg) | 139 |