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Ducati 500

The Ducati 500 is a motorcycle that was produced by Ducati from 1977 to 1982. It was powered by a 490 cc (30 cu in) single-cylinder engine that produced 32 hp (24 kW) at 8,000 rpm. The engine was paired with a five-speed transmission. The 500 had a top speed of 115 mph (185 km/h) and could accelerate from 0 to 60 mph (0 to 97 km/h) in 5.5 seconds.

The 500 was a popular motorcycle, and it helped Ducati to establish itself as a leading manufacturer of high-performance motorcycles. The 500 was also raced successfully, and it won several championships in the 500cc class. The 500 is a classic Ducati motorcycle, and it is still highly sought after by collectors today.