The Ducati 500GTV is a rare gem that embodies the Italian marque’s rich heritage. This parallel twin cylinder engine, with its SOHC configuration and two valves per cylinder, delivers a unique riding experience that sets it apart from its contemporaries.
With its powerful four-stroke engine and chain-driven simplicity, the 500GTV is an exhilarating machine to ride. Its smooth power delivery and responsive handling make it a joy to navigate twisty roads and open highways alike.
The GTV’s design may have been updated by Tumidei from the original 1965 model, but its character remains true to the classic Ducati spirit. And for enthusiasts of high-performance machinery, the fact that this rare beauty was produced until 1981 only adds to its allure – a truly unique riding experience awaits those who get behind the handlebars of this iconic motorcycle.
Key Specifications
Engine Type
Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, SOHC, chain driven, 2 valve per cylinder
Engine Capacity
496.9 cc / 30.2 cu in
Max Power
26.68 kw / 35.7 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L / 3.7 US gal
Seat Height
29.9 inches / 760 mm
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
All Specifications
Make & Model
Model
Ducati 500GTV
Year
1979 -81
Engine
Engine Type
Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, SOHC, chain driven, 2 valve per cylinder
Displacement
496.9 cc / 30.2 cu in
Bore x Stroke
78 x 52 mm
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
Max Horsepower
26.68 kw / 35.7 hp
Engine Management System
2x Dell’Orto PHF 30 carburetors
Lubrication System
High pressure lubrication with gearpump and net and cartridge filters
Cooling System
Air cooled
Performance
Top Speed
n/a
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
Transmission
Clutch
Wet, multiplate
Gearbox
5 Speed
Final Drive
Chain
Electrical & Electronics System
Starter
Electric
Chassis & Suspension
Frame Type
Tubular double open cradle
Front Suspension
35 mm Paioli telescopic fork
Rear Suspension
Swing arm, 2 x Marzocchi shocks, 3-way adjustable
Wheels & Brakes
Wheels
Spoked alloy
Front Tire Size
3.25-18
Rear Tire Size
3.50-18
Front Brakes
2 x 260 mm discs
Rear Brakes
Single 260 mm disc
Dimension & Weights
Overall Length
2050 mm / 80.7 in
Overall Width
760 mm / 29.9 in
Overall Height
1060 mm / 41.7 in
Seat Height
29.9 inches / 760 mm
Wheelbase
55.1 inches / 1400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L / 3.7 US gal
Dry Weight
181 kg / 399 lbs
Features
Four stroke engine
Parallel twin cylinder
SOHC (Single Overhead Camshaft)
Chain driven
2 valves per cylinder
Ducati GTV 500 part of Ducati’s history
Introduced in 1975
Borrani rims
Marzocchi forks
Brembo brakes
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