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{{Infobox Motorcycle
{{Motorcycle
|name            = Yamaha XS500
|name            = Yamaha XS500
|image            =  
|photo= 1975-Yamaha-XS500-Maroon-8638-5.jpg
|aka              =
|manufacturer    = [[Yamaha]]
|parent_company  =
|production      = 75-78
|model_year      =
|predecessor      =
|successor        =
|class            =
|engine          = 500cc
|bore_stroke      =
|compression      =
|top_speed        =
|power            =
|torque          =
|ignition        =
|spark_plug      = {{sparkplug|D8EA}} 75-78
|battery          = {{battery|YB14L-A2}} 75-78
|transmission    =
|frame            =
|suspension      =
|brakes          =
|front_tire      = {{tire|}} 75-78
|rear_tire    = {{tire|4.00-18}} 75-78
|rake_trail      =
|wheelbase        =
|length          =
|width            =
|height          =
|seat_height      =
|dry_weight      =
|wet_weight      =
|fuel_capacity    =
|oil_capacity    =
|fuel_consumption =
|turning_radius  =
|related          =
|competition      =
}}
The '''Yamaha XS500''' is a [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Yamaha]] from 1975 to 1978.
 
 
The '''XS500''', despite attracting all the right kind of attention at its launch back in 1972. The combination of an [[air-cooled]] eight-valve head, 180-degree crank, [[double overhead cams]], electric start and two CV carbs made for an extremely smooth and fairly poky middleweight twin.
 
Due to its uninspiring appearance and unreliability it was held back from success. The first models had some problems with warping valve seats, so later cylinder heads were changed to round exhaust ports to help the heat dissipate. Heat remained a problem, frequently causing the head to fracture. The balancer and camchain arrangements needed regular attention. The XS offered good handling, but it was no lightweight so hardly came into the tarmac-tearing "road burner" category. When it went out of production in 1979 there were few who mourned its passing - and fewer still today who consider it to be wildly desirable.
 
==1975==
[[Image:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Brown-0.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Brown]]
[[Image:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Brown-1.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Brown]]
[[Image:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Brown-2.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Brown]]
[[Image:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Brown-3.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Brown]]
[[Image:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Maroon-8638-0.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Maroon]]
[[Image:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Maroon-8638-1.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Maroon]]
[[Image:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Maroon-8638-2.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Maroon]]
[[Image:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Maroon-8638-3.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Maroon]]
[[Image:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Maroon-8638-4.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Maroon]]
[[Image:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Maroon-8638-5.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Maroon]]
[[Image:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Maroon-8638-6.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Maroon]]
[[Image:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Maroon-8638-7.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Maroon]]
[[Image:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Maroon-8638-8.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Maroon]]
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==1976==
[[Image:1976-Yamaha-XS500C-Brown-0.jpg|left|thumb|1976 Yamaha XS500C in Brown]]
[[Image:1976-Yamaha-XS500C-Brown-1.jpg|left|thumb|1976 Yamaha XS500C in Brown]]
[[Image:1976-Yamaha-XS500C-Brown-2.jpg|left|thumb|1976 Yamaha XS500C in Brown]]
<br style="clear: left"/>
 
The XS500C was the revamped-for-1976 model and came with something resembling style and - even better -- something else, resembling durability.
{{Yamaha}}
 
[[Category:Yamaha motorcycles|Yamaha XS500]]
[[Category:1970s motorcycles]]
[[Category:Street motorcycles]]
[[Category:Yamaha XS series]]
 
{{Infobox Motorcycle
|name            = '''Yamaha XS500'''
|image            =
|aka              = XS500B, XS 500
|aka              = XS500B, XS 500
|manufacturer    = [[Yamaha]]
|manufacturer    = Yamaha
|parent_company  =
|parent_company  =
|production      = 1975 - 1979
|production      = 1975 - 1979
|model_year      =
|model_year      =
|predecessor      =
|predecessor      = [[Yamaha TX500]]
|successor        =
|successor        =
|class            = [[Naked]]
|class            = Standard
|engine          = twin, four-stroke
|engine          = twin, four-stroke
|bore_stroke      = 73.0mm x 59.6mm
|bore_stroke      = 73.0mm x 59.6mm
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|fuel_system      = 2x38mm Mikuni Carburetors
|fuel_system      = 2x38mm Mikuni Carburetors
|ignition        = battery, [[timing]] 38* btdc, point gap .012-.018 in.
|ignition        = battery, [[timing]] 38* btdc, point gap .012-.018 in.
|spark_plug      =
|spark_plug      = {{sparkplug|NGK D8EA}} 75-78
|battery          = 8.5:1
|battery          = {{battery|YUASA YB14L-A2}} 75-78
|transmission    = Gear box: 5-speed <br>
|transmission    = Gear box: 5-speed <br>
Final Drive: [[chain]] <br>
Final Drive: [[chain]] <br>
Clutch: wet, multi-disc <br>
Clutch: wet, multi-disc <br>


|final_drive= {{chain|530x106}}
|front_sprocket= 16T
|rear_sprocket= 42T
|frame            =
|frame            =
|suspension      =Front: inverted forks <br>
|suspension      =Front: inverted forks <br>
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|fuel_capacity    = 3.96 Gallon (15.00 Liters)
|fuel_capacity    = 3.96 Gallon (15.00 Liters)
|oil_capacity    = 0.92 Gallon (3.50 Liters)
|oil_capacity    = 0.92 Gallon (3.50 Liters)
|fuel_consumption = 2.80 litres/100 km (35.7 km/l or 84.01 mpg)
|recommended_oil= Yamalube 10w-40
|fuel_consumption = 2.80 liters/100 km (35.7 km/l or 84.01 mpg)
|turning_radius  =
|turning_radius  =
|related          =
|related          = [[Yamaha XS650]]
|competition      =
|competition      =
}}
}}


The '''[[Yamaha]] XS500''' was a twin, [[four-stroke]] Naked [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Yamaha]] between 1975 and 1979. It could reach a top speed of 111 mph (178 km/h). Max [[torque]] was 32.45 ft/lbs (44.0 Nm) @ 6500 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 48.01 HP (35.8 KW) @ 8250 RPM.   
The '''[[Yamaha]] XS500''' was a twin, [[four-stroke]] Naked [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Yamaha]] between 1975 and 1979. It could reach a top speed of 111 mph (178 km/h). Max [[torque]] was 32.45 ft/lbs (44.0 Nm) @ 6500 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 48.01 HP (35.8 KW) @ 8250 RPM.   
==Overview==
The Yamaha XS 500 may not have anywhere near the street credentials of its big brother, the [[Yamaha XS650|XS 650]], but if you ride a parallel twin less than 30 years old you owe a debt of gratitude to the younger sibling. The technically-advanced engine made lots of power, though almost all of it came between 6,000rpm and the 9,000rpm redline. On early TX models this combined with poor fueling on throttle transitions, light flywheels, uneven power-pulses from the 180 degree crank and excessive driveline lash to make smooth part-throttle and stop start riding a real challenge.
The '''XS500''', despite attracting all the right kind of attention at its launch back in 1972 failed to deliver.  The combination of an [[air-cooled]] eight-valve head, 180-degree crank, [[double overhead cams]], electric start and two CV carbs made for an extremely smooth and fairly porky middleweight twin.
Due to its uninspiring appearance and unreliability it was held back from success. The first models had some problems with warping valve seats, so later cylinder heads were changed to round exhaust ports to help the heat dissipate. Heat remained a problem, frequently causing the head to fracture. The balancer and camchain arrangements needed regular attention. The XS offered good handling, but it was no lightweight so hardly came into the tarmac-tearing "road burner" category. When it went out of production in 1979 there were few who mourned its passing - and fewer still today who consider it to be wildly desirable.


==Engine==
==Engine==
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It came with a 3.25-19 front [[tire]] and a 4.00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The XS500 was fitted with a 3.96 Gallon (15.00 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 55.12 inches (1400 mm) long.   
It came with a 3.25-19 front [[tire]] and a 4.00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The XS500 was fitted with a 3.96 Gallon (15.00 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 55.12 inches (1400 mm) long.   


==1976 - 1978 Yamaha XS 500==


The Yamaha XS 500 may not have anywhere near the street credentials of its big brother, the XS 650, but if you ride a parallel twin less than 30 years old you owe a debt of gratitude to the younger sibling. The technically-advanced engine made lots of power, though almost all of it came between 6,000rpm and the 9,000rpm redline. On early TX models this combined with poor fueling on throttle transitions, light flywheels, uneven power-pulses from the 180 degree crank and excessive driveline lash to make smooth part-throttle and stop start riding a real challenge.
 
 
==1975==
<gallery mode='packed-hover'>
File:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Brown-0.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Brown
File:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Brown-1.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Brown
File:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Brown-2.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Brown
File:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Brown-3.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Brown
File:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Maroon-8638-0.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Maroon
File:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Maroon-8638-1.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Maroon
File:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Maroon-8638-2.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Maroon
File:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Maroon-8638-3.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Maroon
File:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Maroon-8638-4.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Maroon
File:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Maroon-8638-5.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Maroon
File:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Maroon-8638-6.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Maroon
File:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Maroon-8638-7.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Maroon
File:1975-Yamaha-XS500-Maroon-8638-8.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Yamaha XS500 in Maroon
</gallery>
<br style="clear: left"/>
 
==1976==
<gallery mode='packed-hover'>
File:1976-Yamaha-XS500C-Brown-0.jpg|left|thumb|1976 Yamaha XS500C in Brown
File:1976-Yamaha-XS500C-Brown-1.jpg|left|thumb|1976 Yamaha XS500C in Brown
File:1976-Yamaha-XS500C-Brown-2.jpg|left|thumb|1976 Yamaha XS500C in Brown
</gallery>
<br style="clear: left"/>
 
The XS500C was the revamped-for-1976 model and came with something resembling style and - even better -- something else, resembling durability.
 
 




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[[Category:Naked motorcycles]]
==References==
[[Category:Yamaha motorcycles]]
{{reflist}}
 
{{Yamaha}}
 
[[Category:Yamaha motorcycles|Yamaha XS500]]
[[Category:1970s motorcycles]]
[[Category:1970s motorcycles]]
[[Category:Motorcycles needing images]]
[[Category:Street motorcycles]]
[[Category:Multiple Infoboxes]]
[[Category:Yamaha XS series]]
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