Enduro Bikes
1985Maico GME 500
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The 1985 Maico GME 500 is a lightweight enduro bike designed for serious off-road enthusiasts and competition riders. Powered by a liquid-cooled 488cc single-cylinder engine producing 61 horsepower, it excels in technical terrain and cross-country riding. Known for its agile handling and durable construction, the GME 500 remains a respected classic among vintage enduro machines.
- Capacity
- 488.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 109.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 61.0 HP (44.9 kW) @ 7000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely for competitive off-road enduro and motocross-style riding, not for road use or commuting.
- Built for
- A ferocious, lightweight two-stroke with a punchy power-to-weight ratio that feels wild and immediate, embodying classic 1980s Maico off-road aggression.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the bike for riders wanting comfort, passenger capability, long-distance touring, or a forgiving, predictable powerband.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 488.0 ccm
- Power
- 61.0 HP (44.9 kW) @ 7000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5596 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 86.5 x 83.0 mm
- Compression
- 12.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Front tyre
- 3.00-21
- Rear tyre
- 4.10-18
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 | 1984 | 1985 | 1986 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 488 cc | 488 cc | 488 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 10 L | 10 L | 10 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 Maico GME 500?
The 1985 Maico GME 500 has a Capacity of 488.0 ccm (29.78 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Maico GME 500 have?
The 1985 Maico GME 500 has a Power of 61.0 HP (44.9 kW) @ 7000 RPM.
How many gears does the Maico GME 500 have?
The 1985 Maico GME 500 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Maico GME 500 weigh?
The 1985 Maico GME 500 has a Wet weight of 109.0 kg (240.3 pounds).
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