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1997Cagiva Canyon 500

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The 1997 Cagiva Canyon 500 is a lightweight enduro designed for riders seeking affordable off-road adventure. Its single-cylinder 498cc engine delivers 33.5 horsepower, making it equally capable for trail riding and basic commuting. Known for reliability and simplicity, it remains a popular choice for budget-conscious enthusiasts entering the dual-sport segment.

Capacity
498.0 ccm
Engine
Single, four-stroke
Gearbox
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Dry weight
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Seat height
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Power
33.5 HP (24.6 kW) @ 6500 RPM
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Other years 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 31Agility 63Comfort 55Off-road 68Touring 45Road manners 55
Off-road & trail68%
Cornering60%
City riding55%
Daily riding55%
Touring45%
Two-up35%
Track25%
Best for
Best suited to mixed-use riders who want a light, simple machine for commuting, green-laning, and occasional weekend adventure exploring.
Built for
A no-frills, big-bore single-cylinder trail bike that favors light weight, manageable power, and functional simplicity over outright performance or comfort.
Not ideal for
Not a good fit for riders wanting high-speed touring comfort, passenger-friendly ergonomics, or track-day levels of power and stability.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
498.0 ccm
Power
33.5 HP (24.6 kW) @ 6500 RPM
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Bore x stroke
92.8 x 73.6 mm
Cooling system
Oil & air
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric
Torque
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Transmission
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Performance
Top speed
160.0 km/h (99.4 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Fuel capacity
20.00 litres
Reserve fuel capacity
6.00 litres
Seat height
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Dry weight
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Ground clearance
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Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes
Single disc

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 19971999200220042006
Capacity 498 cc 498 cc 498 cc 498 cc 498 cc
Dry weight — 165 kg 165 kg 165 kg 165 kg
Seat height — — 795 mm 795 mm 795 mm
Fuel capacity 20 L 20 L 20 L 20 L 20 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Cagiva Canyon 500?

The 1997 Cagiva Canyon 500 has a Capacity of 498.0 ccm (30.39 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Cagiva Canyon 500 have?

The 1997 Cagiva Canyon 500 has a Power of 33.5 HP (24.6 kW) @ 6500 RPM.

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