1972 Honda CB 500 F

Honda CB 500 F
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Honda CB 500 F
Honda CB 500 F
Honda CB 500 F
Honda CB 500 F
Honda CB 500 F
Honda CB 500 F

General motorcycle information

Model
Honda CB 500 F
Year
1972
Category
Classic
Rating
  3.7 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
30.39 cubic inches (498.0 ccm)
Engine type
In-line four, 4 stroke
Power
48.0 horsepowers (35.8 kiloWatts) at 9000 RPM
Torque
33.19 pound-foot/lbf-ft (45.00 Nm / 4.59 kgf-m) at 7500 RPM
Compression
9:1
Bore x stroke
3.42 x 3.09 inches (56.0 x 50.6 mm)
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel control
Overhead Cams (OHC)
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Chain
Starter
Electric and kick
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
179.0 kmh (111.2 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Rake (fork angle)
26.0°
Trail
6.41 inches (105.0 mm)
Front tyre
3.25-
Rear tyre
3.50-
Front brake
Single disc
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
-
Wet weight
445.3 pounds (202.0 kg)
Seat height
48.8 inches (800 mm)
Wheelbase
-
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
3.70 gallons (14.0 litres)
Oil capacity
0.79 gallons (3.0 litres)

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