Yamaha SR 500 G vs SVM XN 506 (1985)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha SR 500 Gstacks up against the SVM XN 506. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha SR 500 GSVM XN 506
Model year19821985
Price
Engine499 cc504 cc
Horsepower27 hp27 hp
Fuel capacity3.2 L2.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake
Tires3.50-19 / 4.00-18 3.00-21 / 4.00-18

Yamaha SR 500 G vs SVM XN 506 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha SR 500 G and the SVM XN 506 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha SR 500 G brings 27 hp, while the SVM XN 506 counters with 27 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: