1978 Honda CB 550 K 3

Honda CB 550 K 3
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Honda CB 550 K 3
Honda CB 550 K 3
Honda CB 550 K 3
Honda CB 550 K 3
Honda CB 550 K 3
Honda CB 550 K 3
Honda CB 550 K 3
Honda CB 550 K 3
Honda CB 550 K 3
Honda CB 550 K 3
Honda CB 550 K 3
Honda CB 550 K 3
Honda CB 550 K 3

General motorcycle information

Model
Honda CB 550 K 3
Year
1978
Category
Sport touring
Rating
  3.4 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
33.19 cubic inches (544.0 ccm)
Engine type
In-line four, 4 stroke
Power
50.0 horsepowers (37.3 kiloWatts) at 8500 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
9:1
Bore x stroke
3.57 x 3.09 inches (58.5 x 50.6 mm)
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel system
-
Fuel control
Overhead Cams (OHC)
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Chain
Starter
-
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
175.0 kmh (108.7 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.25-19
Rear tyre
3.75-18
Front brake
Single disc
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
-
Wet weight
458.6 pounds (208.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
-
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
4.23 gallons (16.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

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