1978 Honda CX 500

Honda CX 500
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Honda CX 500
Honda CX 500
Honda CX 500
Honda CX 500
Honda CX 500
Honda CX 500
Honda CX 500
Honda CX 500
Honda CX 500
Honda CX 500
Honda CX 500
Honda CX 500
Honda CX 500
Honda CX 500

General motorcycle information

Model
Honda CX 500
Year
1978
Category
Classic
Rating
  3.9 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
30.33 cubic inches (497.0 ccm)
Engine type
V2, 4 stroke
Power
50.0 horsepowers (37.3 kiloWatts) at 9000 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
10:1
Bore x stroke
4.76 x 3.17 inches (78.0 x 52.0 mm)
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel system
-
Fuel control
Overhead Valves (OHV)
Cooling system
Liquid
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Shaft drive (cardan)
Starter
-
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
176.0 kmh (109.4 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.25-19
Rear tyre
3.75-18
Front brake
Double discs
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
-
Wet weight
487.2 pounds (221.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
-
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
4.49 gallons (17.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

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