Ducati 500 GTL (1975–1977) — Specs
Identity
Manufacturer: Ducati
Model: 500 GTL
Category: Motorcycle
Type: Motorcycle
Years: 1975 → 1977
Engine
Displacement (cc): 496
Cylinders: 2
Power (hp): 40
Power (kW): 29
Torque (Nm): 32
Dimensions
Overall length: 2100 mm
Overall width: 790 mm
Overall height: 1140 mm
Wheelbase: 1430 mm
Ground clearance: 160 mm
Weight (kg): 188
Tank (L): 19
Tires
Front tire: 3.50-18
Rear tire: 3.50-18
Ignition
Spark plug: NGK 7HS
Plug gap: 0.7 mm
Fluids & Filters
Oil filter: OEM oil filter
Air filter: OEM air filter
Brake fluid: DOT 4
Fuel consumption
Estimated range: ~475 km on a full tank (19.0 L)
Service
Battery: OEM battery specification
Service interval (km): 10000
Service interval (months): 12
Valve check (km): 24000
Parts and consumables for this motorcycle
Data is gathered with care, but without guarantee. Always confirm critical information with your dealer or workshop.
Service notes
Service interval: every 10,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first. Valve clearance check every 24,000 km. Spark plug: NGK 7HS (gap 0.7 mm). Brake fluid: DOT 4. Tire size: front 3.50-18, rear 3.50-18. Always confirm critical values with the workshop manual or an authorised dealer.
OEM and quality aftermarket parts that fit this bike. Always confirm with your dealer before ordering.
Engine oil
- OEM OEM recommended engine oil
- Premium Motul 7100 4T (100% Synthetic, Ester)
- Premium Motul 5100 4T Technosynthese (Semi-Synthetic)
Which Motul for this bike?
| Motul 7100 4T ✓ | Motul 5100 4T | |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Motul 7100 4T — 100% fully synthetic | Motul 5100 4T — semi-synthetic |
| Best for | Sport, Naked, Adventure (600cc+), track | Standard, Cruiser, Scooter, daily use |
| RPM protection | Excellent — ester base, stable under load | Good — for normal riding conditions |
- Standard Repsol Moto Racing 4T (Synthetic)
- Standard Elf Moto 4 Tech (Semi-Synthetic)
Fully Synthetic vs Semi-Synthetic
| Fully Synthetic | Semi-Synthetic | |
|---|---|---|
| Base oil | 100% chemical synthesis (ester or PAO) | Mineral oil + synthetic additives |
| Heat resistance | Excellent — stable at extreme heat & RPM | Good — suitable for normal temperatures |
| Cold start | Better — reaches engine faster when cold | Good — adequate for normal climates |
| Change interval | Longer (up to 10,000 km) | Shorter (5,000–7,000 km typical) |
| Price | Higher | Lower |
Oil filter
- OEM OEM oil filter
- Premium Hiflofiltro – check by VIN at hiflofiltro.com
- Premium K&N – check fitment by VIN at knfilters.com
- Standard Champion COF
- Standard Vesrah SF
Air filter
- OEM OEM air filter
- Premium K&N Replacement Air Filter
- Premium DNA High Performance
- Standard Hiflofiltro air filter – check by VIN
- Standard Champion CAF
Spark plug
Spec: NGK 7HS, gap 0.7 mm
- OEM OEM specified spark plug
- Premium NGK BR7HX
- Premium Denso Iridium Power
- Standard NGK Standard
- Standard Denso Standard
Front brake pads
Spec: EBC FA132
- OEM OEM front brake pads
- Premium Brembo Z04 / SC
- Premium EBC FA132
- Standard Ferodo Platinum
- Standard TRW Lucas Sintered
Rear brake pads
Spec: EBC FA132
- OEM OEM rear brake pads
- Premium Brembo SP
- Premium EBC FA132
- Standard Ferodo Platinum
- Standard TRW Lucas
Front tire
Spec: 3.50-18
- OEM OEM 3.50-18
- Premium Michelin Road / Power
- Premium Pirelli Diablo / Angel
- Standard Metzeler Roadtec / Tourance
- Standard Dunlop Sportmax / Trailmax
Rear tire
Spec: 3.50-18
- OEM OEM 3.50-18
- Premium Michelin Road / Power
- Premium Pirelli Diablo / Angel
- Standard Metzeler Roadtec / Tourance
- Standard Dunlop Sportmax / Trailmax
Battery
- OEM OEM battery specification
- Premium Yuasa YTX9-BS or YTZ7S (typical 250-500cc)
- Premium Motobatt Quadflex
- Standard Exide AGM
- Standard Varta Powersports
Brake fluid
Spec: DOT 4
- OEM OEM recommended brake fluid (DOT 4)
- Premium Motul RBF 600 / 660
- Premium Castrol React SRF
- Standard TotalEnergies HBF4
- Standard Elf BRAKE FLUID DOT 4
Coolant
- OEM OEM recommended coolant
- Premium Motul Motocool Factory Line
- Premium Engine Ice
- Standard TotalEnergies Coolelf
- Standard Elf Coolelf Auto Supra
Service interval
Spec: 10 000 km / 12 months
- OEM Engine oil + oil filter change
- OEM Air filter inspection
- OEM Spark plug check
- OEM Brake fluid replacement: every 2 years
Valve check
Spec: 24 000 km
Drive chain
- OEM OEM chain (matches OEM pitch and length)
- Premium DID VX3 X-Ring
- Premium DID ZVM-X Pro
- Standard JT Sprockets HDR
- Standard AFAM A5
