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9 8. Add the specified amount of the
recommended engine oil, and
then install and tighten the oil
filler cap.
Recommended oil:
SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
(API SE, SF, SG or higher)
Oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge
replacement:
2.8 L
With oil filter cartridge
replacement:
2.9 L
Total amount (dry engine):
3.6 L
EC000072
cC8In order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the engine oil also
lubricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical additives
with the oil or use oils of a
higher grade than “CD”. In
addition, do not use oils
labeled “ENERGY CONSERV-
ING II” or higher.
8Make sure that no foreign
material enters the crankcase.9. Start the engine, and then let it
idle for several minutes while
checking it for oil leakage. If oil is
leaking, immediately turn the
engine off and check for the
cause.10. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
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Specifications
Model XP500
Dimensions
Overall length 2,235 mm
Overall width 775 mm
Overall height 1,410 mm
Seat height 795 mm
Wheelbase 1,575 mm
Ground clearance 130 mm
Minimum turning radius 2,800 mm
Basic weight (with oil and full
fuel tank)217 kg
Engine
Engine type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement Forward inclined 2–cylinder
Displacement 499 cm
3
Bore ×Stroke 66.0 ×73.0 mm
Compression ratio 10:1
Starting system Electric starter
Lubrication system Dry sump
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Engine oil
Type SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
Recommended engine oil
classification API Service SE, SF, SG
type or highercCBe sure to use motor oils that do not contain anti-friction
modifiers. Passenger car motor oils (often labeled “ENERGY
CONSERVING”) contain anti-friction additives which will
cause clutch and/or starter clutch slippage, resulting in
reduced component life and poor engine performance.
Quantity
Without oil filter cartridge
replacement 2.8 L
With oil filter cartridge
replacement 2.9 L
Total amount (dry engine) 3.6 L
Chain drive oil
Type SAE 80API “GL-4” hypoid
gear oil
Total amount 0.7 L
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Radiator capacity
(including all routes)1.5 L
Air filterDry element
Fuel
Type Regular unleaded gasoline
Fuel tank capacity 14 L
Carburetor
Manufacturer MIKUNI
Model × quantity BS30 × 2
Spark plug
Manufacturer/model × quantity NGK / CR7E × 2
Spark plug gap 0.7–0.8 mm
Clutch typeWet, multiple-disc automatic
Transmission
Primary reduction system Helical gear/spur gear
Primary reduction ratio 52/32 ×36/22 (2.659)
Secondary reduction system Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio 41/25 ×40/29 (2.262)
Transmission type V-belt automatic
Operation Centrifugal automatic clutchChassis
Frame type Diamond
Caster angle 28°
Trail 95 mm
Tires
Front
Type Tubeless
Size 120/70-14M/C 55S
Manufacturer/ DUNLOP / D305FA
model BRIDGESTONE / HOOP B03
Rear
Type Tubeless
Size 150/70-14M/C 66S
Manufacturer/ DUNLOP / D305
model BRIDGESTONE / HOOP B02
Maximum load* 183 kg
Air pressure (cold tire)
up to 90 kg load*
Front 200 kPa (2.00 kg/cm
2, 2.00 bar)
Rear 225 kPa (2.25 kg/cm2, 2.25 bar)
90 kg load–maximum
load*
Front 225 kPa (2.25 kg/cm2, 2.25 bar)
Rear 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
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