Maico GP 500 E 1987

Water cooled, 488cc, Single, 2-stroke, Reed valve

Engine and transmission Switch unit
Engine type:	1 cylinders, 2-stroke, Single
Displacement:	488 cc (29.82 cubic inches)
Bore × stroke:	3.41 inch × 3.27 inch (oversquare - shortstroke)
Cooling system:	Water cooled
Power:	61.59 HP (45.3 kW) @ 7000 rpm
Throttle:	Cable operated
Valves
Valve train:	Reed valve, variable
Fuel and ignition
Sparks per cylinder:	1
Fuel supply system:	Carburetor
Compression:	13.5:1
Engine mounting:	Transverse
Lubrication system:	Wet sump
Gear box:	Manual 5-speed
Clutch:	Wet, cable operated
Final drive:	Chain

Dimensions
Weight
Curb weight:	240.3 lbs
Chassis and suspension
Front
Brake:	Single Disk
Rear
Brake:	Disk
Other
ABS available:	No
Power-to-weight ratio:	0.42 KW/lbs (2.41 lbs/HP)
Fuel capacity:	2.64 gals
Number of riders:	2 persons

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