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Engine Type Four-stroke, DOHC, eight-valve parallel twin
Displacement 498 cc
Bore & Stroke 74.0 x 58.0 mm
Cooling Liquid
Compression Ratio 10.2:1
Carburetor Keihin CVK32 x 2
Ignition Digital TCBI
Transmission 6-Speed
Final Drive O-Ring Chain
Frame Double-cradle, steel
Rake/Trail 33°/5.9 in.
Front Suspension / Wheel Travel 41mm hydraulic fork / 5.9 in.
Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel Dual hydraulic shocks with five-way adjustable spring preload / 3.9 in.
Front Tire Size 100/90-19
Rear Tire Size 140/90-15
Wheelbase 62.8 in.
Front Brake Type Hydraulic disc
Rear Brake Type Mechanical drum
Fuel Tank Capacity 4.0 gal.
Seat Height 28.1 in.
Curb Weight 471.9 lb.
Overall Length 91.3 in.
Overall Width 32.7 in.
Overall Height 44.3 in.
Ground Clearance 4.7 in.
Color Metallic Imperial Red
Warranty 12 months
Good Times™ Protection Plan 12, 24, 36 or 48 months
* Model not available in California
Model Year 2009
*Note: Specifications and pricing are subject to change.
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