Ducati 500 SL Pantah - 1982 Specifications and Reviews

The 1982 Ducati 500 SL Pantah is a lightweight sport bike ideal for riders seeking nimble handling and classic Italian character. Known for its air-cooled V-twin engine with desmodromic valve control and responsive 50 horsepower, it excels as an accessible middleweight that balances performance with everyday usability. Its 202 kg weight and compact dimensions make it perfectly suited for spirited road riding and occasional track duties.

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General information

CategorySport
Year1982
ModelDucati 500 SL Pantah
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission typefinal driveChain
Gearbox5-speed
Cooling systemAir
Fuel controlDesmodromic valve control
Valves per cylinder2
Bore x stroke74.0 x 57.8 mm (2.9 x 2.3 inches)
Compression9.5:1
Power50.00
Stroke4
Engine typeV2
Capacity:497.00 ccm (30.33 cubic inches)
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Weight incl. oil, gas, etc202.0 kg (445.3 pounds)

Ducati 500 SL Pantah dimensions and frame

Rear brakesSingle disc
Front brakesDual disc
Rear tyre dimensions3.50-18
Front tyre dimensions3.25-18

Speed and acceleration

Top speed180.0 km/h (111.8 mph)

Other specs

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Fuel capacity18.00 litres (4.76 gallons)

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

50 hp
Peak Power
5.8s
0-60 mph
111.8 mph
Top Speed

Best For

Track50%
City45%
Cornering78%
Daily Riding50%
Touring45%
Passenger40%

Rider Profile

Best ForSuited to intermediate riders and Ducati enthusiasts who appreciate classic desmo character; forgiving power but demands mechanical sympathy.
PurposeSpirited sport riding on twisty back roads and light sport-touring, delivering feel and engagement over outright speed.
Rider FitSlim, compact half-faired sportbike with a moderately committed riding stance; light 202kg wet and narrow 18-inch wheels aid nimbleness.
CharacterThe pioneering belt-drive Pantah L-twin: charismatic, torquey desmo engine, sweet-handling trellis chassis, a landmark classic Ducati.
Not Ideal ForNot for beginners wanting easy upkeep, riders needing modern power and speed, off-road use, or heavy two-up long-distance touring.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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