Positioned in Borile's sport motorcycle lineup, the 2006 Borile B500 CR pairs a 487 cc (29.7 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 87.0 x 82.0 mm (3.4 x 3.2 inches) with a 10.3:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the B500 CR measures 117 kg (258 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,400 mm (55.1 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 8.5-liter (2.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Engine
Displacement487.0 ccm (29.72 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Compression10.3:1
Bore x Stroke87.0 x 82.0 mm (3.4 x 3.2 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Mikuni TM Ø36
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionElectronic
LubricationBy pump
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchMultidisc in oil bath
DrivelineO-ring / X-ring chain final drive
Chain Size520
Chassis
Front SuspensionCeriani upside down fork
Rear SuspensionMono Paioli with no levers
Wheelbase1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Ground Clearance200 mm (7.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-17
Rear Tyre150/70-17
Front Tire Pressure2.3 bar (33 psi)
Rear Tire Pressure2.5 bar (36 psi)
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø315 mm (12.4 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
WheelsCast aluminium alloy rims
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight117.0 kg (257.9 pounds)
Overall Height850 mm (33.5 inches)
Overall Length1990 mm (78.3 inches)
Overall Width720 mm (28.3 inches)
Fuel Capacity8.50 litres (2.25 US gallons)
Oil Capacity1.70 litres (1.80 US quarts)
Service & Fluids
Engine OilSAE 10W-40 Synthetic 4T (API SL/SN / JASO MA2)
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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