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Honda CB 500

General moped information

ModelHonda CB 500
Year1999
CategoryNaked bike
Rating60.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes

Engine and transmission

Engine typeTwin, four-stroke
Power57.00 HP (41.6 kW)) @ 9500 RPM
Top speed193.0 km/h (119.9 mph)
1/4 mile (0.4 km)13.500 seconds
Fuel systemCarburettor. Keihin 2 x 34 mm VP type
Fuel controlDOHC
IgnitionDigital transistorised with electronic advance
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox6-speed
ClutchWet multi-plate, calbe-operated
Fuel consumption5.50 litres/100 km (18.2 km/l or 42.77 mpg)
Greenhouse gases127.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Frame typeDouble cradle of tubular and box-section steel construction
Rake (fork angle)27.0°
Trail113 mm (4.4 inches)
Front tyre dimensions110/80-17 57H
Rear tyre dimensions130/80-17 65H
Front brakesSingle disc. Nissin 2-piston sliding caliper
Front brakes diameter296 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Brembo single piston sliding caliper
Rear brakes diameter240 mm (9.4 inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight173.0 kg (381.4 pounds)
Power/weight ratio0.3295 HP/kg
Seat height775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height1,050 mm (41.3 inches)
Overall length2,090 mm (82.3 inches)
Overall width720 mm (28.3 inches)
Ground clearance145 mm (5.7 inches)
Fuel capacity18.00 litres (4.76 gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity2.50 litres (0.66 gallons)
Oil capacity3.10 litres (0.20 quarts)

Other specifications

StarterElectric
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