2020
SWM Ace of Spades 500 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 979475 |
|---|---|
| Category | Allround |
| Make | SWM |
| Model | Ace of Spades 500 |
| Year | 2020 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Single disc |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | Hydraulic telescopic fork 43mm |
| Fronttyre | 120/70-17 |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Reartyre | 150/60-17 |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 90.0 x 70.0 mm (3.5 x 2.8 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Multidisc in an oilbath |
| Compression | 10.0:1 |
| Displacement | 445.30 ccm (27.17 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Injection |
| Lubricationsystem | Dry sump |
Other Specifications
| Starter | Electric |
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Physical Measures & Capacities
| Overallheight | 1,330 mm (52.4 inches) |
|---|---|
| Overalllength | 2,040 mm (80.3 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 865 mm (34.1 inches) |
| Seatheight | 805 mm (31.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weightincloilgasetc | 148.0 kg (326.3 pounds) |
About SWM
Country of Origin:
Italy
Founder:
Piero Sironi & Fausto Vergani (original); modern revival in Lombardia
Best Known For:
1970s–80s enduro/trials; modern dual-sports and middleweights
Company History
SWM earned stripes in European enduro and trials with light, tractable two-strokes. The modern revival builds dual-sports, retros, and middleweights using proven engine families and Italian chassis tuning. Pricing is keen, components sensible (ABS, EFI, adjustable suspension), and ergonomics familiar to riders who prize feel over flash. SWM’s niche: approachable, serviceable bikes that carry Italian character into everyday riding.