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| Manufacturer | Cagiva |
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| Production | 1989 |
| Predecessor | Cagiva C588 |
| Successor | Cagiva C590 |
| Class | 500 cc |
| Engine | 492.6 cc (30.06 cu in) two-stroke, four-cylinder with an 80° V angle |
| Bore / stroke | 56 mm × 50 mm (2.2 in × 2.0 in) |
| Power | 100 hp (75 kW) @ 12,000 rpm |
| Torque | 83.3 N⋅m (61.4 lbf⋅ft) @ 11,500 rpm |
| Transmission | Chain |
| Wheelbase | 1400 mm |
| Dimensions | L: 2015 mm W: 500 mm |
| Seat height | 800 mm |
| Weight | 122 kg (dry) |
| Fuel capacity | 32 Liters |
The Cagiva C589 was a racing motorcycle made by Cagiva, which was used in the 500cc class of Grand Prix motorcycle racing during the 1989 season. The name is formed by an amalgamation of words and letters, namely the "C", "5" and "89". The "C" stands for the company (Cagiva), the "5" stands for the class the company races in as well as the engine capacity (500) and the "89" stands for the season the bike raced in (1989). The bike replaced the C588 model used in 1988 and was replaced by the C590, used in 1990.