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Engine Four-stroke, DOHC, parallel twin
Displacement 498cc
Starting System Electric
Bore x stroke 74.0 x 58.0mm
Compression ratio 10.8:1
Cooling System Liquid
Carburetion Keihin CVK34 x 2
Ignition TCBI with digital advance
Transmission Six-speed
Final drive Chain
Frame Type High-tensile steel, perimeter design
Rake/Trail 27 degrees / 3.6 in.
Front suspension / wheel travel 37mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 5.1 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel UNI-TRAK® system with single shock / 3.9 in.
Front Tire Size 110/70-17 tubeless
Rear Tire Size 130/70x17 tubeless
Front brakes / rear brakes Hydraulic disc / Disc
Overall length 82.5 in.
Overall width 27.6 in.
Overall height 45.7 in.
Ground clearance 4.7 in.
Seat height 30.5 in.
Dry weight 388 lbs.
Fuel capacity 4.8 gal.
Wheelbase 56.5 in.
Color Choices Metallic Diablo Black, Passion Red
Good Times™ Protection Plan 12, 24, 36 or 48 months
Warranty 12 Months
*Model not available in California
*Note: Specifications and pricing are subject to change.
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