2020 KTM 500 XCF-W
Chaparral Motorsports
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May 20, 2019|
Last Updated: September 4, 2020 Stand back or hold on tight, this is the most powerful offroad bike on the market. New for 2020, the KTM 500 XCF-W takes everything riders love about the KTM 500 EXC-F and strips it down to an offroad-only model that packs a thrilling, big-bore punch while still delivering outstanding rideability thanks to industry-leading traction control and selectable maps. A completely reworked chassis and even more compact high-tech engine make this large-displacement powerhouse feel surprisingly light and agile while the reworked WP suspension provides unmatched performance with increased bottoming resistance. As a result, this awesome 510 cc SOHC single cylinder bombshell has an incredible power-to-weight ratio and provides nothing less than the most dynamic offroad experience available.
| 2020 KTM 500 XCF-W Highlights |
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| NEW offroad-only model that sheds the signals and mirrors and features more aggressive mapping and a less restrictive power pack than the KTM 500 EXC-F, meaning more power to put to the ground through the full-knobby tires and a lighter overall weight. |
| NEW graphics for a READY TO RACE appearance. |
| NEW frame developed in collaboration with KTM factory racers feature improved stiffness for outstanding handling and straight-line stability. |
| NEW aluminum head stays for improved engine fixation. |
| NEW 40 mm longer subframe provides improved rear fender stability. |
| NEW bodywork designed with superior ergonomics for increased freedom of movement and improved handling and comfort. |
| NEWLY shaped seat offers better ergonomics and comfort for long rides in demanding terrain. |
| NEW air box and velocity stack provide maximum protection of the air filter against soiling and better airflow for optimal performance. |
| NEW fuel tank with improved ergonomics and optimized fuel pump assembly. |
| NEW exhaust system is more compact and shorter for better mass centralization and features a new 2-piece header design for improved performance and easier mounting. |
| NEW stronger and super-light Lithium-Ion battery offers better starting and reduced weight for improved handling. |
| REWORKED wiring harness and packaging for a compact electrical system. |
| NEWLY designed radiators with an optimized cooling system for more efficient cooling and 12 mm lower mounting position for improved handling. |
| NEW König piston with a 10% lighter piston pin delivers reduced vibration and increased performance. Compression ratio is increased from 11.7 to 12.75:1 for even more power across the rpm range. |
| NEW SOHC cylinder is 500 g lighter and 15 mm shorter for exceptional mass centralization and handling. |
| NEW 300 g lighter engine cases with a centralized shaft configuration to move the crankshaft closer to the bike's center of gravity for light handling. |
| NEW reinforced clutch cover for improved resistance against impacts in rocky terrain. |
| NEW port shape for improved gas flow and new camshaft for better mass centralization. |
| NEW rocker arms feature an optimized and stiffer design with reduced inertia guaranteeing more constant performance up to the rpm limit. |
| NEW valves (intake: titanium valves 40 mm, exhaust: steel valves 33 mm) which are shorter and adapted to the new head design. |
| 42 mm Keihin throttle body provides instant throttle response and crisp fueling and features new cable routing. |
| 6-speed wide ratio transmission is perfectly suited for offroad duty. |
| UPDATED WP XPLOR forks with a split-function design feature a new calibrated mid-valve piston for more consistent damping, new fork caps with new adjusters and new settings to keep the front end higher for better rider feedback and increased bottoming resistance. |
| UPDATED WP XPLOR rear shock with PDS technology features a new second piston and reworked shape of the sealing cup for improved bottoming resistance while new settings offer improved comfort. |
| Updated selectable maps put the enhanced engine characteristics under the control of the rider with the simple push of a button. |
| Handlebar map switch selects between the two updated maps and activates traction and launch control for a race-winning edge over the competition. |
| The hydraulic Brembo clutch system offers light operation and highly controllable modulation of the clutch. |
| High-tech Brembo brakes have always been standard equipment on KTM offroad bikes and are combined with lightweight Wave discs for maximum performance. |
| KTM's "No Dirt" foot peg design keeps the pegs pivot from becoming clogged, ensuring the foot peg is always in the correct position. |
| Super lightweight Galfer Wave rotors, CNC machined hubs, high-end Giant rims and Dunlop GEOMAX AT81 tires. |
| "No Dirt" shift lever prevents dirt from fouling the lever joint to ensure proper shifting in any condition. |
| Specifications | |
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| Engine Type | Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke |
| Displacement | 510.9 cc |
| Bore/Stroke | 95 / 72 mm |
| Starter | Electric, Lithium Ion 12 V 2 Ah |
| Transmission | 6 Gears, Wide Ratio |
| Fuel System | Keihin EFI, 42 mm |
| Lubrication | Pressure Lubrication with 2 Pumps |
| Primary Ratio | 31:76 |
| Final Drive | 14:45 |
| Cooling | Liquid Cooling |
| Clutch | Wet Multi-Disc DDS-Clutch, Brembo Hydraulics |
| Ignition | Keihin EMS |
| Frame | Central Double-Cradle Type 25CrMo4 Steel |
| Subframe | Aluminum |
| Handlebar | NEKEN, Aluminum Ø 28/22 mm |
| Front Suspension | WP XPLOR USD Ø 48 mm |
| Rear Suspension | WP XPLOR Shock with PDS |
| Suspension Travel Front/Rear | 300 mm / 11.8 in; 310 mm / 12.2 in |
| Front/Rear Brakes | Disc Brake 260 mm / 220 mm |
| Front/Rear Rims | 1.60 x 21" / 2.15 x 18" Giant |
| Front/Rear Tires | 90/90-21" / 110/100-18" Dunlop GEOMAX AT81 |
| Chain | 5/8 x 1/4 in |
| Silencer | Aluminum |
| Steering Head Angle | 26.5º |
| Triple Clamp Offset | 22 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,482 mm ± 10 mm / 58.3 ± 0.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 355 mm / 14 in |
| Seat Height | 960 mm / 37.8 in |
| Tank Capacity, Approx | 8.5 L / 2.25 gal |
| Weight (without fuel) | Approx. 106.6 kg / 235 lbs |
