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Honda CB 500 - 1999 Specifications and Reviews

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General information

CategoryNaked bike
Year1999
ModelHonda CB 500

Engine and Transmission Specifications

ClutchWet multi-plate, calbe-operated
Transmission typefinal driveChain
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling systemLiquid
StarterElectric
IgnitionDigital transistorised with electronic advance
Fuel controlDOHC
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel systemCarburettor. Keihin 2 x 34 mm VP type
Max RPM10500
Torque34.70
Power57.00
Stroke4
Engine typeTwin
Capacity:499.00 ccm (30.45 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Wheelbase1,435 mm (56.5 inches)
Ground clearance145 mm (5.7 inches)
Overall width720 mm (28.3 inches)
Overall length2,090 mm (82.3 inches)
Overall height1,050 mm (41.3 inches)
Seat height775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight173.0 kg (381.4 pounds)
 
 

Honda CB 500 dimensions and frame

Rear brakes diameter240 mm (9.4 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Brembo single piston sliding caliper
Front brakes diameter296 mm (11.7 inches)
Front brakesSingle disc. Nissin 2-piston sliding caliper
Rear tyre dimensions130/80-17 65H
Front tyre dimensions110/80-17 57H
Rear suspension travel117 mm (4.6 inches)
Rear suspensionTwin shoks acting on a steel, box-section swingarm
Front suspension travel115 mm (4.5 inches)
Front suspension37 mm oil-damped telescopic forks
Trail113 mm (4.4 inches)
Rake (fork angle)27.0°
Frame typeDouble cradle of tubular and box-section steel construction
 
 

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.3295 HP/kg
1/4 mile (0.4 km)13.500 seconds
Top speed193.0 km/h (119.9 mph)

Other specs

Oil capacity3.10 litres (0.20 quarts)
Fuel consumption pr. 10 km (6.2 miles)5.50 litres (1.45 gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity2.50 litres (0.66 gallons)
Fuel capacity18.00 litres (4.76 gallons)

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