1985 Honda VT 500 C

Honda VT 500 C

General motorcycle information

Model
Honda VT 500 C
Year
1985
Category
Classic
Rating
  3.8 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
29.96 cubic inches (491.0 ccm)
Engine type
V2, 4 stroke
Power
50.0 horsepowers (37.3 kiloWatts) at 9000 RPM
Torque
30.98 pound-foot/lbf-ft (42.00 Nm / 4.28 kgf-m) at 7000 RPM
Compression
10.5:1
Bore x stroke
4.33 x 3.78 inches (71.0 x 62.0 mm)
Valves per cylinder
3
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel control
Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Cooling system
Liquid
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Shaft drive (cardan)
Starter
Electric
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
177.0 kmh (110.0 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
100/90-18
Rear tyre
130/90-16
Front brake
Single disc
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
403.4 pounds (183.0 kg)
Wet weight
443.1 pounds (201.0 kg)
Seat height
47.0 inches (770 mm)
Wheelbase
90.9 inches (1490 mm)
Overall width
30.5 inches (500 mm)
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
3.04 gallons (11.5 litres)
Oil capacity
0.66 gallons (2.5 litres)

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