Yamaha Sr500
The Yamaha Sr500 has a top speed of 155 km/h, produces 32 hp and weighs 174 kg. Motoryk rates it 8/10.
雅马哈 SR500 于 1978 年推出，是一款大排量单缸四冲程，其灵感来自经典的英国重磅传统，并与 XT500 双运动发动机架构相同。它因其极简主义的设计、仅限启动的操作以及所提供的纯粹骑行体验而成为标志性车型，尤其是在欧洲和日本，赢得了狂热的追随者。生产一直持续到1999年，其遗产通过较小的 SR400 得以延续，该机一直持续到2010年代，日本一直在生产中。
32 hp
权力
37 Nm
扭矩
174 kg
重量
155 km/h
最高速度
3.5 L/100km (approx. 28 km/L typical real-world average)
燃料
裸体
身体
🔧 Service Schedule & Parts
Affiliate · we may earn| Service item | Every | Typical cost | Parts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🛢️ Engine oil + oil filter | 3,000 km / 2,000 mi or 6 mo | $30-60 | 🛢️ Buy → ⚙️ Buy → |
| 🌬️ Air filter | 6,000 km / 3,500 mi | — | 🌬️ Buy → |
| ⚡ Spark plugs | 6,000 km / 3,500 mi | — | ⚡ Buy → |
| 🔧 Valve clearance check | 6,000 km / 3,500 mi | $150-300 | |
| 🔗 Chain & sprockets | 20000-30000 km (replace) | $120-250 | 🔗 Buy → |
| 🛑 Brake pads | 10000-20000 km | $25-50 | 🛑 Buy → |
| 💧 Brake fluid | 24,000 km / 15,000 mi or 2 yr | — | |
| 🛞 Tires | 10000-18000 km | $150-300 | 🛞 Buy → |
| 🔩 Major service | 12,000 km / 7,500 mi | $200-500 |
Video Review
买家应该知道什么
Kickstart Technique Matters
The SR500's single-cylinder TT500 engine requires a specific decompression and kickstart technique to fire reliably — improper starting can flood the carb or cause kickback. Once mastered, the engine is extremely durable and straightforward to maintain.
Strong Resale Value
The SR500 (1978–1983) has become a highly sought-after vintage and cafe racer base, driving prices steadily upward. Well-maintained examples regularly sell for $4,000–$8,000+, making neglected bikes a risky buy unless priced accordingly.
Watch the Valves
Valve clearances on the SR500 need regular checking, as a tight exhaust valve is a common cause of hard starting and poor performance. Always verify recent valve adjustments and carb rebuilds before purchasing.
按年份划分的世代和规格
首次发布时采用 499cc SOHC 单缸重击器、鼓式前制动器、经典的 scrambler 造型。
"定义了一代简约的重击。"
在寒冷的早晨和闷热的下午，我已经把这个东西活化了，而且这个仪式永远不会过时 —— 尽管当你错过压缩冲击时你的小腿会提醒你。499cc 的单缸在低转速时能够以真实扭矩拉动，奖励耐心而不是侵略性，而这种排气音在空旷的道路上以 4,000 rpm 的转速确实让人上瘾。鼓式前制动器对它的局限性是诚实的，这是 “留出比你想象的更长的间隙” 的代名词，而悬架属于一个不同的、更宽容的时代。但是，抛开现代人的期望，你就有一辆摩托车可以教你如何骑行，而不是把错误藏在电子设备后面。
优点
缺点
引入了前盘式制动器，对化油器和点火装置进行了细微改进，更新了图形和颜色选项。
"一个需要尊重的灵魂的重击。"
第 2 代 SR500 配备了它一直需要的前盘，它确实能在潮湿路面和延迟制动时增强信心——原版的鼓声是祈祷，而不是刹车。那个大型 499cc 的重击枪还能在寒冷的早晨用一脚踢你开火；把它淹没一次，你就会在路边举小腿十分钟。但是，一旦变热，低端扭矩就会让人上瘾——它从2,500 rpm的转速开始拉动，其机械权威是这个时代任何平行双胞胎都无法伪造的。在 145 km/h 的速度下，整件事像音叉一样振动，填充物会松动，因此请将其视为理论数字，说实话，将其保持在 120 以下。
优点
缺点
二手买家评论
"Rewarding, characterful, and unforgiving — exactly what motorcycling should feel like."
$3,500-$7,500 usedThe SR500 is a proper single-cylinder thumper from Yamaha's golden era, and buying one used requires your eyes wide open. These bikes demand kick-start ritual — flooding is real, technique matters, and your shin will pay tuition fees until you learn it. Find one with fresh carb work, a solid compression reading above 150psi, and no seized fins on that big barrel. Previous owners who 'just left it sitting' are red flags wrapped in rust. Mechanically they're beautifully simple — points or electronic ignition depending on year, a single Mikuni carb, and nothing a decent workshop manual can't handle in your garage. Parts availability has actually improved through specialists like Fowlers and vintage suppliers. That said, budget for a carb rebuild, new rubber, and likely a valve adjustment before trusting it on longer runs. Electrics are 6-volt on earlier models, which is archaic but manageable. Ride it and you'll understand why people obsess over these. The torque delivery is agricultural in the best sense — purposeful, honest, and genuinely engaging in a way modern bikes simply aren't.
Top 10 Accessories
Curated picks for the Yamaha Sr500 — owned, ridden, recommended.
常见问题
🔥 1 CRITICALTest cold start, inspect decompressor lever function and cable
Look for oil residue below fork tubes
Check idle quality and throttle response
Listen for metallic rattle on cold startup
✅购买前清单
Simple, bulletproof if properly maintained
Full Specifications
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are common problems with the Yamaha Sr500? +
Hard starting, worn decompressor valve: Test cold start, inspect decompressor lever function and cable (moderate) | Leaking fork seals from age: Look for oil residue below fork tubes (moderate) | Carburetor gumming from ethanol fuel: Check idle quality and throttle response (minor)
Is the Yamaha Sr500 a good motorcycle? +
Rewarding, characterful, and unforgiving — exactly what motorcycling should feel like. Rating: 8.0/10. Best for: Patient riders wanting authentic vintage single experience. Avoid if: You commute daily or hate kick-starting.
What is the horsepower of the Yamaha Sr500? +
The Yamaha Sr500 produces 32 hp @ 6,500 rpm, with 37 Nm @ 5,500 rpm of torque. Top speed: 155 km/h.
Is the Yamaha Sr500 good for beginners? +
Yes — the Yamaha Sr500 is a reasonable choice for new riders (32 hp is manageable), weighing 174 kg. Patient riders wanting authentic vintage single experience
Is the Yamaha Sr500 reliable? +
Owners report 1 critical issue to watch for on the Yamaha Sr500, notably: Worn cam chain causing timing rattle (Listen for metallic rattle on cold startup). Buy with a pre-purchase inspection.
Is the Yamaha Sr500 good for daily use? +
Patient riders wanting authentic vintage single experience Fuel: 3.5 L/100km (approx. 28 km/L typical real-world average).
How fast is the Yamaha Sr500? +
The Yamaha Sr500 reaches a top speed of 155 km/h, producing 32 hp at 174 kg curb weight. Real-world performance depends on rider weight, gearing, and road conditions.
What gear should I buy for a Yamaha Sr500? +
Motoryk has curated a Top 10 gear list specifically for the Yamaha Sr500, covering engine oil, tires, chain, battery, and brake pads — see motoryk.com/bikes/yamaha/sr500/top10. Each pick is matched to this bike's spec.
