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Ducati 500 S Desmo Specs

(1977)
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Key Specs

Twin, four-stroke
30.3 cu-in
497 cm3
42 HP
43.00 PS / 32 kW
5-speed
410 lbs
/ 186.0 kg

Ducati 500 S Desmo General Information

Brand Ducati 
Model Ducati 500 S Desmo 
Start year 1977 
Year 1977 
Category Sport 
Factory Warranty (Years / miles)

Ducati 500 S Desmo Dimensions, Aerodynamics and weight

Frame type
Seat details
Wheelbase
Length
Width
Height
Seat Height
Alternate Seat Height
Ground Clearance
Trail size
Wheels details
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions 3.25-18 
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions 3.50-18 
Front brakes Dual disc 
Rear brakes Single disc 
Front Brakes Dimensions - Disc Dimensions
Rear Brakes Dimensions - Disc Dimensions
Curb Weight (including fluids) 186.0 kg (410.1 pounds) 
Dry Weight
Front Percentage of Weight
Rear Percentage of Weight
Weight-Power Output Ratio :
Fuel Tank Capacity 19.00 litres (5.02 gallons) 
Reserve Fuel Capacity
Carrying Details and Capacity
Front Suspension
Front Suspension Travel
Rear Suspension
Rear Suspension Travel

Ducati 500 S Desmo Engine and Transmission Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders Twin, four-stroke 
Engine details
Fuel system
Engine size - Displacement - Engine capacity 497.00 ccm (30.33 cubic inches) 
Bore x Stroke 78.0 x 52.0 mm (3.1 x 2.0 inches) 
Compression Ratio 9.6:1 
Number of valves per cylinder
Camshaft Valvetrain Configuration Desmodromic valve control 
Maximum power - Output - Horsepower 43.00 HP (31.4 kW) @ 8000 RPM 
Maximum torque
Engine Maximum RPM
Cooling system Air 
Lubrication system
Engine oil capacity
Exhaust system
Gearbox 5-speed 
Transmission type, final drive ratio Chain 
Clutch type
Driveline

Ducati 500 S Desmo Performance

Top Speed 180.0 km/h (111.8 mph) 
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph)
Acceleration 0 to 400m (1/4 mile)
Recuperation 60 to 140 km/h in highest gear
Fuel Consumption - MPG - Economy - Efficiency
CO2 emissions
Emissions

Ducati 500 S Desmo Electrical Systems, Ignition and Equipment

Ignition Type
Electrical Details
Starter Type
Instruments
Lights
How much horsepower does a Ducati 500 S Desmo has?
The Ducati 500 S Desmo has 43.00 HP (31.4 kW) @ 8000 RPM.

How fast is a Ducati 500 S Desmo?
The Ducati 500 S Desmo top speed is 180.0 km/h (111.8 mph).

How many gears does a Ducati 500 S Desmo has?
The Ducati 500 S Desmo has 5 gears.