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Bic 500 8V Ru 1968

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Power/Weight
0.48 hp/kg
Top Speed
250 km/h
Torque
53 Nm
Engine
498 ccm

2020 Paton Bic 500 8V Ru 1968 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Paton for the sport motorcycle segment, the 2020 Paton Bic 500 8V Ru 1968 pairs a 498 cc (30.4 cu in) twin, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 65 HP (47.4 kW) at 11,800 rpm while maximum torque reaches 53 Nm (39.1 lb-ft) at 9,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through chain final drive. With a specific output of 130.5 HP per liter and a 2,300 rpm working window between peak torque (9,500 rpm) and peak power (11,800 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the Bic 500 8V Ru 1968 measures 135 kg (298 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.48 HP/kg (2.08 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,380 mm (54.3 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 15-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 250 km/h (155 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Paton archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2020 to 2024, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
130.5 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.48 HP/kg (2.08 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
9,500–11,800 rpm
Engine
Displacement 498.0 ccm (30.39 cubic inches)
Engine Type Twin, four-stroke
Power 65.0 HP (47.4 kW)) @ 11800 RPM
Torque 53.0 Nm (5.4 kgf-m or 39.1 ft.lbs) @ 9500 RPM
Fuel System Carburettor. Dell´Orto PHM f40mm
Transmission
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed 250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
Chassis
Front Suspension Telescopic fork
Front Travel 100 mm (3.9 inches)
Rear Suspension Dual shocks
Rear Travel 100 mm (3.9 inches)
Wheelbase 1380 mm (54.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 90/90-18
Rear Tyre 110/80-18
Front Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Brake Ø 210 mm (8.3 inches)
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Ø 180 mm (7.1 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 135.0 kg (297.6 pounds)
Fuel Capacity 15.00 litres (3.96 US gallons)
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