The Yamaha SR400 (1978–2021) and SR500 (1978–1999) are single-cylinder, air-cooled, two-passenger motorcycles manufactured in Japan by Yamaha Motor Company as a street version of the Yamaha XT500, with a standard riding posture and styling recalling the Universal Japanese Motorcycles of the 1970s.

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Nov 23, 2022 · In 1978, Yamaha rolled out an unlikely motorcycle that would go on to become a cult classic. The SR500 was a kick-only, 499 cc thumper for the road. In some ways, the SR was a throwback to legendary motorcycles from BSA, Matchless, Velocette, Norton, and Triumph.

Jan 1, 1978 · The SR500 makes demands of its own, as with starting the engine and keeping the engine in its happy range. There will be those who think it’s a throwback to the past and will buy it for that...

Jan 16, 2025 · Bid for the chance to own a No Reserve: 1978 Yamaha SR500 at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. Lot #177,308.

Dual shock, 5-way adjustable spring preload. Is progress a red herring? The Yamaha SR500E—lean, clean and crewcut—might make you wonder. Could it be that the swift march …

The SR500 brought the know-how gained with the XT500 4-stroke enduro bike to a road-going sport model. Its lightweight, slim and compact body; universally appealing simple and timeless styling; and the powerful torque, feeling of acceleration, and pulse “big singles” are known for won it a unique following of fans.

Jul 18, 2007 · 1980 Yamaha SR500 Years produced: 1978-81 Total production: 15,000 (est.) Claimed power: 33hp @ 6,500rpm Top speed: 96mph Engine type: Overhead cam, air-cooled single Weight (dry): 160kg (353lb) Price then: $1,898 (1980) Price now: $1,000-$2,500 MPG: 45-60 Doug Ratliff is a happy person.

For five years I rode hundreds and sometimes thousands of kilometers per weekend, on my 1978 Yamaha SR500. I eventually sold it to a friend and still ride it now and then. This meandering collection of thoughts - or 'review' - is an opportunity to reflect on what I loved about the bike, and why I think it is worth owning one.

同じヤマハから出ているSR400のショートストローク化されたエンジンに比べて、SR500はドコドコした鼓動感を感じることができるのです。 まさにビッグシングルの真骨頂と言えるでしょう。 生産終了になってかなりの年月が経つのですが、見つければその鼓動音を聞きたい、そんなバイクなのです。 500ccの排気量でありながら単気筒エンジンというまさにビッグシングルです。 4ストローク空冷SOHC2バルブ単気筒のエンジンは32psをたたき出してくれるのです。 現 …