At the heart of the 1985 SVM XN 506 motorcycle, SVM pairs a 504 cc (30.8 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 27 HP (19.7 kW) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 53.6 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the XN 506 measures 150 kg (331 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.18 HP/kg (5.56 kg per horsepower). The 10.5-liter (2.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 137 km/h (85 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's SVM archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1984 to 1985, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
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Power
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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