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Triumph 500 Grand Prix
1947Sportbike

Triumph 500 Grand Prix

Key specifications

Engine
498 cc
Power
40 HP
Weight
142 kg
Fuel type
petrol
Front brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)

Technical details

Source specification data

Make
Triumph
Model
500 Grand Prix
Category
Sport
Power
40.00 HP (29.2 kW)) @ 7200 RPM
Bore X Stroke
63.0 x 80.0 mm (2.5 x 3.1 inches)
Displacement
498.00 ccm (30.39 cubic inches)
Cooling System
Air
Engine Details
Twin, four-stroke
Transmission Type Final Drive
Chain
Dry Weight
142.0 kg (313.1 pounds)
Power Weight Ratio
0.2817 HP/kg
Seat
Single
Wheels
Spoked
Rear Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)