Suzuki T 500 Titan - [1971] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.

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Performance Review: Suzuki T 500 Titan - [1971]

Suzuki T 500 Titan - [1971]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

Edition: Suzuki T 500 Titan
Year: 1971 | Type: Standard
Engine: 492 cc (30.0 ci) 14 Valve
Engine Type: Wankel | Cylinders: 2
Engine Stroke: Four | Valve Config: Piston Port
Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
Cooling: Air | Fuel Type: Petrol
Transmission: 5 speed | Manual
Drive: Chain
Wet Weight: 0 kgs (0 lbs)
Dry Weight: 186 kgs (410 lbs)
Power: 44 bhp (32 kW) @ 7000 rpm
Torque: 37.5 lb-ft (50.8 Nm) @ 6000 rpm
BHP Per Ton: 213.5 bhp
Torque Per Ton: 182.0 lb-ft
0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 17.3 secs
0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 17.7 secs
Top Speed: 107 mph (172.1 kph)
1/4 Mile (Est.): 13.58 secs @ 0 mph
Frame: Steel

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Introduction:

This edition of the Suzuki T 500 Titan is the 5 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 1971. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 1972 Kawasaki H2 750 Mach IV and the 1971 Kawasaki H2 750 Mach IV.This particular Suzuki T 500 has a 492cc Air cooled, Four stroke, Wankel Petrol powerplant with 2 cylinders and Carburettor.

An alternative Wankel engine, Standard style motorbike includes the Yamaha XSR 700 Twin - [2020]

The 1971 T 500 shares its Wankel engine and Standard style configuration with the likes of the 2020 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin and the 2018 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the T 500's Standard style with a similar size of engine then how about the 2024 Kawasaki Z7 Hybrid | 2024cc.1989 Yamaha WR 250 Z | 1989cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 0 kgs (0 lbs) this makes the Suzuki T 500 Titan in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ or the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT, give or take 50kg.

The 1971 Suzuki T 500 shares the same bhp with the Yamaha WR 250 F - [2025]

In terms of power the 492cc 14 valve Wankel 2 cylinder engine produces 44 bhp (32 kW) @ 7000 rpm similar to the 2025 Yamaha WR 250 F [36.1 bhp (26 kW) @ 12000 rpm] or the 2025 Honda X-ADV 745 [57.8 bhp (43 kW) @ 6750 rpm].

The Piston Port Four stroke unit throws out torque of 37.5 lb-ft (50.8 Nm) @ 6000 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Yamaha Ténéré 700 Rally [50.2 lb-ft (68.0 Nm) @ 6500 rpm] and the 2025 Yamaha Ténéré 700 [50.2 lb-ft (68.0 Nm) @ 6500 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Suzuki T 500 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

The 2003 Honda VTX 1300 C has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 1971 Suzuki T 500 Titan.

The 1971 Suzuki T 500 Titan has a Power to weight ratio of 213.5 bhp per ton and 182.0 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 1971 T 500 competing with the 2003 Honda VTX 1300 C [238.1 bhp\ton] and the 2009 Honda VTX 1300 C [238.1 bhp\ton].

Power to Weight(cont.):

If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Suzuki T 500 generating around 182.0 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 2014 Suzuki DL 650 V-Strom ABS [207.0 lb-ft per ton] and the 2015 Suzuki DL 650 XT V-Strom [207.0 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 17.3 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 17.7 secs, this makes the Suzuki T 500 Titan similar in acceleration to the 2023 Yamaha YZF-R25 DOHC (17.3 secs) and the 2021 Yamaha YZF-R25 DOHC (17.3 secs). This Suzuki T 500 Titan also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 1971 Suzuki T 500 Titan and the 1981 Suzuki GS 850 G

When talking about the performance of the 1971 Suzuki T 500 Titan on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 12.5 secs @ 0 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 1981 Suzuki GS 850 G (12.5 secs) and the 2011 Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere (12.5 secs).

Top Speed:

The 1971 version of the Suzuki T 500 Titan has a maximum speed of 107mph.

Top Speed of the 1971 T 500 equals the 2023 Kawasaki Ninja 400 DOHC

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 1971 Suzuki T 500 Titan then how about a 2023 Kawasaki Ninja 400 DOHC (118 mph) and the 2021 Kawasaki Ninja 400 ABS (118 mph).