The MV Agusta 500SS is a motorcycle manufactured in 1976. It is powered by a four-stroke, parallel twin OHV engine with a capacity of 495cc and a compression ratio of 9.5:1. The engine has a maximum power output of 52.6 horsepower at 8900 rpm and uses a carburetor for induction and electronic ignition for starting. The motorcycle has a five-speed transmission and a chain final drive. It weighs 180 kg (396 lbs) and has a fuel capacity of 17 litres (4.4 US gal). The front suspension uses telescopic forks, while the rear suspension features dual shock absorbers. The front has two discs brakes, while the rear has a single disc brake. Its front tyre size is 3.00-18, and the rear tyre size is 3.50-18.
Technical specifications:
Make Model: MV Agusta 500SS
| Year | 1976 |
|---|---|
| Engine | Four stroke, parallel twin OHV, 2 valve per cylinder |
| Capacity | 495 cc / 30.2 cu-in |
| Bore x Stroke | 75.0 x 56.0 mm |
| Cooling System | Air cooled |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Induction | Carburetor |
| Ignition | Electronic |
| Starting | |
| Max Power | 52.6 hp / 38.7 kW @ 8900 rpm |
| Transmission | 5 Speed |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic forks |
| Rear Suspension | Dual shock |
| Front Brakes | 2x discs |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc |
| Front Tyre | 3.00-18 |
| Rear Tyre | 3.50-18 |
| Weight | 180 kg / 396 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 17 Litres / 4.4 US gal |
