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Cagiva 500 River

Make Model	Cagiva 500 River
Year	1996 - 00
Engine	Four stroke, single cylinder, 4 valves per cylinder
Capacity	497 cc / 30.3 cu-in
Bore x Stroke	92.8 x 73.6 mm
Cooling System	Air/oil cooled
Compression Ratio
Induction	40mm Mikuni carb
Ignition	CDI
Starting	Electric
Max Power	34 hp / 24.8 kW @ 6000 rpm
Max Torque	44 Nm / 32.5 lb-ft @ 4750 rpm
Transmission	5 Speed
Final Drive	Chain
Front Suspension	40mm Marzocchi forks
Front Wheel Travel	150 mm / 5.9 in
Rear Suspension	Boge monoshock, preload adjustable
Rear Wheel Travel	140 mm / 5.5 in
Front Brakes	Single 320 mm disc 4 piston caliper
Rear Brakes	Single 230mm disc
Front Tyre	110/80-17
Rear Tyre	140/70-17
Wheelbase	1390 mm / 54.7 in
Seat Height	810 mm / 31.9 in
Dry Weight	160.0 kg / 352.7 lbs
Fuel Capacity	18 Litres / 4.7 US gal

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.