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2008Honda Silver Wing

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The 2008 Honda Silver Wing is a premium 582cc maxi-scooter designed for commuters and touring riders seeking comfort and practicality. Its liquid-cooled twin engine, automatic transmission, and spacious seating make it ideal for daily urban riding and longer journeys. Known for reliable performance and excellent weather protection, it remains popular among riders preferring scooter convenience over traditional motorcycles.

Capacity
582.0 ccm
Engine
Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox
Not on record
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Wet weight
244.9 kg
Seat height
754 mm
Power
64.0 HP (47.1 kW)

What’s new for the 2008 Honda Silver Wing

vs the 2007
Spec20072008
Dry weight 227.2 kg (500.9 pounds) not listed
Rear suspension Swingarm with dual hydraulic shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability Swingarm with dual hydraulic shocks with five-position spring preload adjustability
Other years 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 47Agility 42Comfort 78Off-road 5Touring 70Road manners 70
Off-road & trail5%
Cornering50%
City riding80%
Daily riding80%
Touring70%
Two-up70%
Track15%
Best for
Built for effortless commuting and weekend touring, blending scooter convenience with genuine highway-capable performance.
Built for
A refined, torquey twin-cylinder maxi-scooter that prioritizes smooth automatic operation, weather protection, and long-distance comfort over sportiness.
Not ideal for
Not suited to riders seeking off-road capability, manual gear engagement, or a lightweight, flickable machine for tight canyon roads.

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 754mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2008 Honda Silver Wing, with a moderate knee angle of around 110 degrees and a slightly forward 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
582.0 ccm
Power
64.0 HP (47.1 kW)
EPA Certificate No.
8HNXC0.58AFA-015
EPA CO Emissions
1.8 CO g/km
Torque
54.0 Nm (5.5 kgf-m)
Engine type
Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.2613 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke
72.0 x 71.5 mm
Compression
10.2:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Ignition
Computer-controlled fully transistorized with electronic advance
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder
4
Lubrication system
Dry sump
Transmission
Transmission type
Automatic
Final drive
Belt
Clutch
Automatic; centrifugal
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1595 mm
Overall length
2275 mm
Overall width
770 mm
Overall height
1430 mm
Seat height
754 mm
Wet weight
244.9 kg
Fuel capacity
15.90 litres
Ground clearance
140 mm
Reserve fuel capacity
3.50 litres
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Center backbone, steel tube
Front suspension
41mm hydraulic fork
Rear suspension
Swingarm with dual hydraulic shocks with five-position spring preload adjustability
Front wheel travel
119 mm
Rear wheel travel
114 mm
Rake (fork angle)
25.0°
Trail
103 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
276 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
240 mm
ABS
Optional
Front tyre
120/80-14
Rear tyre
150/70-13
Other
Color options
Metallic Gray
Fuel Tank Material
Metal

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 200220062008200920132016
Capacity 582 cc 582 cc 582 cc 582 cc 582 cc 582 cc
Dry weight 218 kg 227 kg — — — 245 kg
Seat height 740 mm 754 mm 754 mm 754 mm 754 mm 754 mm
Fuel capacity 16 L 15.9 L 15.9 L 15.9 L 16 L 16 L

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 Silver Wing?

The 2008 Honda Silver Wing has a Capacity of 582.0 ccm (35.52 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Honda Silver Wing have?

The 2008 Honda Silver Wing has a Power of 64.0 HP (47.1 kW).

What is the torque of the Honda Silver Wing?

The 2008 Honda Silver Wing has a Torque of 54.0 Nm (5.5 kgf-m or 39.8 ft.lbs).

How much does the Honda Silver Wing weigh?

The 2008 Honda Silver Wing has a Wet weight of 244.9 kg (539.9 pounds).

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