PLEASURE WITHOUT LIMITS
Sherco factory rally, power and reliability proven in the Dakar Rally. Developed by our engineers and fine-tuned by our team on the relentless rally-raid test bench, the sherco 500 factory will perform efficiently and reliably in any open space you can imagine. Unlimited riding pleasure that adapts to all riding styles. A motorbike that never gives up, whose only limitation on the road is the need to stop for a moment, at least to refuel.
2023 Sherco 500 SEF Factory
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General Information
Brakes/Wheels/Tires
Brakes
Front - Brembo hydraulic, 10.24 in. diameter (260 mm)
Rear - Brembo hydraulic, 8.66 in. diameter (220 mm)
Wheels
Front - 1.60 x 21 in. black Excel rim
Rear - 2.15 x 18 in. black Excel rim
Tires
Front / Rear - Michelin Enduro Medium
Dimensions
Ground Clearance
13.98 in. (355 mm)
Wheelbase
58.66 in. (1,490 mm)
Seat Height
37.4 in. (950 mm)
Drivetrain
Transmission
6 speed sequential gearbox, primary gears and chain secondary
Electrical
Battery
BS 12V 140A Lithium
Engine
Engine
4 stroke DOHC, 4 valve SHERCO technology
Cooling
Liquid system with forced circulation
Displacement
29.18 ci (478.22 cc)
Bore x Stroke
3.86 x 2.5 in. (98 x 63.4 mm)
Clutch
Hydraulic, multi-disc in oil bath
Fuel System
Synerject digital electronic fuel injection
Exhaust
Pipe SHERCO Factory + Exhaust Akrapovič
Ignition
DC - CDI ignition with digital advance 220 W Alternator
Fuel Type
Unleaded petrol 98
Fuel Capacity
2.56 gal. (9.7 l)
Operational
Frame
Semi-perimeter high-strength chrome-molybdenum steel
Front Suspension
KYB closed cartridge fork with hydraulic settings and spring rates specific to each model. 48 mm diameter fork legs - 300 mm stroke
Rear Suspension
KYB 50 shock absorber with hydraulic settings and spring rates specific to each model. 18 mm diameter - 330 mm stroke
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