1980 Honda CX 500 C

Honda CX 500 C
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Honda CX 500 C
Honda CX 500 C
Honda CX 500 C
Honda CX 500 C
Honda CX 500 C
Honda CX 500 C
Honda CX 500 C
Honda CX 500 C
Honda CX 500 C
Honda CX 500 C
Honda CX 500 C

General motorcycle information

Model
Honda CX 500 C
Year
1980
Category
Classic
Rating
  3.7 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
159.0 kmh (98.8 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.50-19
Rear tyre
130/90-16
Front brake
Double discs
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
-
Wet weight
476.2 pounds (216.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
-
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
2.91 gallons (11.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

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