1988 Suzuki RG 500 specifications.

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Engine and transmission 1988 Suzuki RG 500
Engine type:
4 cylinders, 2-stroke, Inline
Displacement:
498 cc (30.43 cubic inches)
Bore × stroke:
56 mm × 50.6 mm (oversquare - shortstroke)
Cooling system:
Water cooled
Power:
96.26 HP (70.8 kW) @ 9500 rpm
Throttle:
Cable operated
Valves:
Valve train:
Rotary inlet valve, variable
Fuel and ignition:
Sparks per cylinder:
1
Ignition type:
Analogue CDI (Capacitive Discharge Ign.)
Compression:
7:1
Engine mounting:
Transverse
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Gear box:
Manual 6-speed
Clutch:
Wet, cable operated
Final drive:
Chain
Spark plug pipe type:
NGK, BR9ES
Starter:
Electric
Dimensions 1988 Suzuki RG 500
Physical measures:
Length:
2100 mm
Width:
695 mm
Height:
1185 mm
Wheel base:
1425 mm
Ground clearance:
120 mm
Seat height: :
770 mm
Weight:
Curb weight:
181 kg
Dry weight:
156 kg
Chassis and suspension 1988 Suzuki RG 500
Frame type:
steel, Double cradle frame
Front:
Suspension:
Cartridge
Brake:
Twin Disk
Tire:
110 / 90 R16
Tire pressure:
2.25 bar, with pillion: 2.25 bar withpilion
Rear:
Suspension:
mono shock, Swingarm
Brake:
Disk
Tire:
120 / 90 R17
Tire pressure:
2.5 bar, with pillion: 2.9 bar withpilion
Other 1988 Suzuki RG 500
ABS available:
No
Power-to-weight ratio:
0.39 HP/kg(2.56 kg/HP)
Top speed:
228 km/h
Fuel capacity:
22 l
Number of riders:
2 persons