Gilera RC600 - 1989 Specifications and Reviews

1989

General information
Category	Enduro / offroad
Year	1989
Model	Gilera RC600

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Clutch	wet multi plate
Cooling system	Liquid
Ignition	electronic
Fuel system	Carburettor. TEIKEI
Bore x stroke	98.0 x 74.0 mm (3.9 x 2.9 inches)
Top speed	144.8 km/h (90.0 mph)
Power	48.00
Engine type	Single cylinder, four-stroke
Capacity:	600.00 ccm (36.61 cubic inches)
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Rear brakes diameter	220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear brakes	Single disc. floating disc with hydraulic single piston
Front brakes diameter	260 mm (10.2 inches)
Front brakes	Single disc. front floating disc with hydraulic double piston
Rear tyre dimensions	130/80-17
Front tyre dimensions	90/90-21
Rear suspension	Boge monodamper power drive
Front suspension	Marzocchi hydraulic forks
Frame type	TUBULAR STEEL SINGLE CRADLE
Physical measures and capacities
Reserve fuel capacity	2.00 litres (0.53 gallons)
Fuel capacity	12.00 litres (3.17 gallons)
Wheelbase	1,510 mm (59.4 inches)
Overall width	850 mm (33.5 inches)
Overall length	2,230 mm (87.8 inches)
Overall height	1,230 mm (48.4 inches)
Seat height	890 mm (35.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/weight ratio	0.3404 HP/kg
Dry weight	141.0 kg (310.9 pounds)
Other specs
Modifications compared to previous model	This was the first model made by Gilera for entry into the Paris Dakar (they won this class two years running) the RC600R followed which then became (after modifications) the Nord West
Color options	Red
Starter	Electric & kick