Honda CB500 Four

The Honda CB500 Four is a standard 498 cc, air-cooled, 8-valve, SOHC, transverse inline-four motorcycle made by Honda from 1971 to 1978. It was introduced at the London Racing... Wikipedia

  • Manufacturer:  Honda
  • Also called:  Honda CB500 Four K model
  • Production:  1971–1978, 1971–1973 (US)
  • Successor:  Honda CB550
  • Class:  Standard
  • Engine:  498 cc (30.39 cu in), air-cooled, 8-valve, SOHC, transverse inline-four
  • Bore / stroke:  56 × 50.6 mm
  • Compression ratio:  9:1
  • Top speed:  100 mph (160.93 km/h)
  • Power:  47 hp (35.05 kW) (Kraftfahrtbundesamt)
  • Ignition type:  Electric start
  • Transmission:  5-speed manual, chain final drive
  • Suspension:  Front: 35 mm telescopic forks, Rear: Twin shocks with adjustable pre-load
  • Brakes:  Single front 267 mm disc, rear drum
  • Tyres:  Front: 3.25×19", Rear: 3.50×18"
  • Rake, trail:  64°, 105 mm
  • Weight:  185 kg (407.86 lb) (dry)
  • Fuel capacity:  14 L (854.33 cu in)
  • Data source:  DuckDuckGo