Yamaha TX500 Motorcycle - Street (1973-1974)

The Yamaha TX500, produced in 1973 and 1974, was a significant milestone for Yamaha as its first venture into mid-size four-stroke motorcycles. It featured advanced technology for its time, including an air-cooled, 498 cc, four-stroke, DOHC, 8-valve parallel twin engine. This engine was notable for having four valves per cylinder, a pioneering feature for mass-produced motorcycles at the time. Between 1973 and 1974, the TX500 underwent significant revisions to address initial issues. The 1973 model (TX500) featured a front disc brake and a rear drum brake, along with Yamaha's "Omni-phase" balance shaft system to reduce vibrations. The two-piece cylinder heads in both 1973 and 1974 were prone to oil leaks and cracking. In 1974, Yamaha introduced improvements, sometimes referred to as the "B" model, which included upgraded front forks, slightly higher gearing, a revised and quieter exhaust system, a deeper oil sump, and an adjustable balance chain to address internal engine problems. Q: Is this part compatible with my Yamaha TX500?

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