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Enduro / offroad

2002
Honda NX 650 Dominator

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The 2002 Honda NX 650 Dominator is a capable middleweight enduro designed for riders seeking versatility across road and light off-road terrain. Its single-cylinder engine delivers reliable torque for adventure riding, while the manageable 167kg weight and moderate 880mm seat height make it accessible to various rider sizes. Best known for dependable performance and fuel efficiency on mixed surfaces.

Capacity
644.00 ccm
Engine
Single cylinder
Gearbox
5-speed
Dry weight
167.0 kg
Seat height
880 mm
Power
41.80
Other years 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 34Agility 77Comfort 45Off-road 82Touring 40Road manners 50
Off-road & trail82%
Cornering65%
City riding60%
Daily riding55%
Touring42%
Two-up30%
Track20%
Best for
Built primarily for off-road and light dual-sport riding, with enough manners to serve as a simple commuter or backroads scratcher.
Built for
A no-frills, torquey thumper that rewards a relaxed, back-to-basics riding style over outright speed or refinement.
Not ideal for
Not a good fit for riders wanting sustained highway comfort, passenger-friendly touring, or strong outright acceleration.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 880mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will not reach the ground comfortably on the 2002 Honda NX 650 Dominator, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
644.00 ccm
Engine type
Single cylinder
Power
41.80 hp
Torque
51.00 Nm
Compression
8.3:1
Bore x stroke
100.0 x 82.0 mm
Fuel system
Carburettor
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission typefinal drive
Chain
Dimensions & weight
Dry weight
167.0 kg
Seat height
880 mm
Overall height
1,260 mm
Overall length
2,200 mm
Overall width
910 mm
Ground clearance
250 mm
Wheelbase
1,450 mm
Fuel capacity
16.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
Front suspension travel
220 mm
Rear suspension travel
195 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front tyre dimensions
90/90-21 54S
Rear tyre dimensions
120/90-17 64S
Front brakes
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
256 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
220 mm
Other
Model
Honda NX 650 Dominator
Year
2002
Category
Enduro / offroad
Stroke
4
Power/weight ratio
0.2503 HP/kg

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 198819921996199920022003
Capacity 644.00 ccm (39.30 cubic inches) 644.00 ccm (39.30 cubic inches) 644.00 ccm (39.30 cubic inches) 644.00 ccm (39.30 cubic inches) 644.00 ccm (39.30 cubic inches) 644.00 ccm (39.30 cubic inches)
Dry weight 164.0 kg (361.6 pounds) 167.0 kg (368.2 pounds) 167.0 kg (368.2 pounds)
Seat height 865 mm (34.1 inches) 870 mm (34.3 inches) 880 mm (34.6 inches) 880 mm (34.6 inches)
Fuel capacity 13.00 litres (3.43 gallons) 13.00 litres (3.43 gallons) 16.00 litres (4.23 gallons) 16.00 litres (4.23 gallons) 16.00 litres (4.23 gallons)

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Honda NX 650 Dominator?

The 2002 Honda NX 650 Dominator has a Capacity of 644.00 ccm (39.30 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Honda NX 650 Dominator have?

The 2002 Honda NX 650 Dominator has a Power of 41.80.

What is the torque of the Honda NX 650 Dominator?

The 2002 Honda NX 650 Dominator has a Torque of 51.00.

How many gears does the Honda NX 650 Dominator have?

The 2002 Honda NX 650 Dominator has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

How much does the Honda NX 650 Dominator weigh?

The 2002 Honda NX 650 Dominator has a Dry weight of 167.0 kg (368.2 pounds).

What is the seat height of the Honda NX 650 Dominator?

The 2002 Honda NX 650 Dominator has a Seat height of 880 mm (34.6 inches).

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