| ENGINE: | |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Single-Cylinder |
| Cylinders | 1 |
| Engine Stroke | 4-Stroke |
| Cooling | Liquid |
| Valves | 4 |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 |
| Valve Configuration | SOHC |
| Bore (mm/in) | 95 / 3.74 |
| Stroke (mm/in) | 72 / 2.83 |
| Displacement (cc/ci) | 510.4 / 31.1 |
| Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 |
| Starter | Electric / Kick |
| Fuel Requirements | Premium |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| Carburetion Brand | Keihin |
| Fuel Injector | Yes |
| Fuel Injector Size (mm) | 42 |
| Carburetor | No |
| Carburetion Type | Fuel Injected |
| TRANSMISSION: | |
| Transmission Type | Manual |
| Number Of Speeds | 6 |
| Overdrive | Yes |
| Primary Drive (Rear Wheel) | Chain |
| Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5/6) | 2.57 / 1.88 / 1.47 / 1.18 / 0.96 / 0.81 |
| Reverse | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | 3.85 |
| WHEELS & TIRES: | |
| Wheels Composition | Aluminum |
| Tube / Tubeless | Tubed |
| Chromed | No |
| Tire Brand | Dunlop® |
| Front Tire Width | 90 |
| Front Tire Aspect Ratio | 90 |
| Front Tire Speed Rating | M |
| Front Wheel Diameter | 21 |
| Rear Tire Width | 110 |
| Rear Tire Aspect Ratio | 100 |
| Rear Tire Speed Rating | M |
| Rear Wheel Diameter | 18 |
| Front Tire (Full Spec) | Dunlop® GEOMAX AT81 90/90 R21 54M |
| Rear Tire (Full Spec) | Dunlop® GEOMAX AT81 110/100 R18 64M |
| BRAKES: | |
| Brake Brand Name | Brembo® |
| Front Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc |
| Front Brake Diameter (in/mm) | 10.2 / 260 |
| Rear Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm) | 8.7 / 220 |
| SUSPENSION: | |
| Front Suspension Type | Inverted Fork |
| Front Suspension Size (in/mm) | 1.9 / 48 |
| Front Travel (in/mm) | 11.8 / 300 |
| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | Yes |
| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | Yes |
| Front Central Suspension Strut | No |
| Front Suspension Brand Name | WP |
| Rear Suspension Type | Twin Sided Swing Arm |
| Rear Travel (in/mm) | 13.2 / 335 |
| Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load | Yes |
| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | Yes |
| Number Rear Shock Absorbers | 1 |
| Rear Suspension Brand Name | WP |
| Rear Suspension Material | Aluminum |
| Air Adjustable | No |
| STEERING: | |
| Steering Control | Handlebar |
| TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: | |
| Wheelbase (in/mm) | 58.4 / 1482 |
| Ground Clearance (in/mm) | 13.6 / 345 |
| Dry Weight (lbs/kg) | 245.8 / 111.5 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal/l) | 2.3 / 8.5 |
| Engine Displacement to Weight (cc) | 2.08 |
| SEATS: | |
| Seat Type | One-Piece |
| Adjustable | No |
| Seat Material | Vinyl |
| Seat Location | Driver |
| Folding | No |
| Seat Height (in/mm) | 38.2 / 970 |
| Number Of Seats | 1 |
| EXTERIOR: | |
| Frame | Chromium Molybdenum |
| Body Material | Plastic |
| Hand Grips | Standard |
| Foot Peg Location | Driver |
| Adjustable | No |
| Drive Shaft Guard | No |
| Fork Guards | Yes |
| Saddle Bag Guard | No |
| Belt Guard | No |
| Hand Guards | Yes |
| Brush Guard | No |
| Heel Guards | Yes |
| Exhaust Guard | Yes |
| Light Guard | No |
| Side Cover | No |
| Fuel Tank Cover | No |
| Front Fender | Standard |
| Rear Fender | Standard |
| Stand Type | Kick |
| Handlebars | Standard |
| Handlebar Pads | Standard |
| INSTRUMENTATION: | |
| Digital Instrumentation | Standard |
| Clock | Standard |
| Speedometer | Standard |
| Fuel Level Warning Type | Light |
| PRICING: | |
| Warranty (Months/Condition) | 1 / Limited |
| IDENTIFICATION: | |
| Generic Type (Primary) | Off-Road |
| Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age | 16 |
| Parent Company | KTM |
| Display Name | 500 XC-W |
| PAINT & FINISH: | |
| Metallic | No |
| Decal Kit | Standard |
| LIGHTS: | |
| Halogen Headlight (s) | Standard |
| CONVENIENCE: | |
| Adjustable Handlebars | Standard |