Cagiva 500 River

 

 

 

 

Make Model

Cagiva 500 River---

Year

200

Engine

Single cylinder. air/oil cooled. four stroke, 4 valves per cylinder

Capacity

497
Bore x Stroke 92.8 x 73.6 mm
Compression Ratio

Induction

40mm Mikuni carb

Ignition  /  Starting

-  /  electric

Max Power

34 hp @ 6000 rpm

Max Torque

4.5 kg-m @ 4750 rpm

Transmission  /  Drive

5 Speed  /  chain

Front Suspension

40mm Marzocchi forks, 150mm wheel travel

Rear Suspension

Boge monoshock, preload adjustable, 140mm wheel travel

Front Brakes

Single 320 mm disc 4 piston caliper

Rear Brakes

Single 230mm disc

Front Tyre

110/80-17

Rear Tyre

140/70-17

Dry-Weight

160 kg

Fuel Capacity

18 Litres

A rather rare machine from Italian manufacturer Cagiva, the River is a simple, unassuming commuter machine with some pleasing design touches. Powered by an elderly single-cylinder air-cooled engine, the River's moderate power and economical running makes it ideal for commuting. The River is also cheap to insure and eligible for the limited Al licence class in Europe. The chassis is rather higher-spec, with a twin-spar frame, upside-down forks and monoshock rear, while Brembo disc brakes front and rear ensure trouble-free stopping. A small screen and stylish sculpted fuel tank increase the River's appeal, and it coiild also be supplied with factory-approved hard luggage panniers, further enhancing its commuter role.

 

 

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