2019 Sherco 500 SEF Factory Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Sherco's enduro - offroad motorcycle platform, the 2019 Sherco 500 SEF Factory pairs a 478.2 cc (29.2 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 98.0 x 63.4 mm (3.9 x 2.5 inches).
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 950 mm (37.4 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,490 mm (58.7 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 9.7-liter (2.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Sherco archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2019 to 2025, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
950 mm (37.4 in)
Engine
Displacement478.2 ccm (29.18 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Bore x Stroke98.0 x 63.4 mm (3.9 x 2.5 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchHydraulic, multidisc in oil bath
Chassis
Front SuspensionKYB Fork Double closed cartridge with hydraulic setting and fork springs specific to each model
Rear SuspensionKYB Shock Absorber With hydraulic setting and spring setting specific to each model 3-way adjustment
Wheelbase1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Ground Clearance355 mm (14.0 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front BrakesSingle disc. Brembo
Front Brake Ø260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Brembo
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height950 mm (37.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
Brake setup is worth comparing if you ride in traffic, mountains or with a passenger.
Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
