Armstrong MT500
Type of motorcycle
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The Armstrong MT500 is a British military motorcycle made by Armstrong-CCM Motorcycles in Bolton, Greater Manchester, who acquired the rights to the Rotax engine enduro motorcycle SWM XN Tornado from the Italian owners and developed the MT500 for use by the British Army.[1] Electric start models were built for the Canadian and Jordanian armed forces.[2]
ManufacturerArmstrong-CCM Motorcycles
Production1983–1987
EngineRotax 504mil 481.3 cc Air-cooled single cylinder four-stroke, four-valve, single overhead cam
Power32 bhp (24 kW) @ 6200 RPM
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| Manufacturer | Armstrong-CCM Motorcycles |
|---|---|
| Production | 1983–1987 |
| Engine | Rotax 504mil 481.3 cc Air-cooled single cylinder four-stroke, four-valve, single overhead cam |
| Power | 32 bhp (24 kW) @ 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 38 N⋅m (28 lbf⋅ft) @ 5500 RPM |
| Transmission | "O" ring chain running on hardened steel sprockets |
| Wheelbase | 145 centimetres (57 in) |
| Dimensions | L: 217 centimetres (85 in) W: 79 centimetres (31 in) |
| Weight | 161 pounds (73 kg) (dry) |
| Fuel capacity | 13 litres (2.9 imp gal) |
In 1987, the design and production rights were sold to Harley-Davidson, who in 1993 released the MT350E. The MT500 is used by Canada, Jordan and the United Kingdom.
