Enduro Bikes
1988Honda NX 650 Dominator
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The Honda NX 650 Dominator is a lightweight single-cylinder enduro designed for adventure-minded riders seeking versatility on and off-road. Known for its manageable 44 horsepower, air-cooled reliability, and nimble 178 kg frame, it excels as an accessible dual-sport for explorers and commuters alike.
- Capacity
- 644.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 153.0 kg
- Seat height
- 880 mm
- Power
- 44.0 HP (32.4 kW) @ 6000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- 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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- Capacity
- 644.0 ccm
- Power
- 44.0 HP (32.4 kW) @ 6000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2876 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 100.0 x 82.0 mm
- Compression
- 8.3:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 153.0 km/h (95.1 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1440 mm
- Overall length
- 2200 mm
- Overall width
- 910 mm
- Overall height
- 1260 mm
- Seat height
- 880 mm
- Dry weight
- 153.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 178.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 13.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 250 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Front wheel travel
- 220 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 195 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 256 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 90/90-21
- Rear tyre
- 130/80-17
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 | 1988 | 1992 | 1996 | 1999 | 2003 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 644 cc | 644 cc | 644 cc | 644 cc | 644 cc |
| Dry weight | 153 kg | 153 kg | 164 kg | 167 kg | 167 kg |
| Seat height | 880 mm | 880 mm | 865 mm | 870 mm | 880 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13 L | 13 L | 16 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 NX 650 Dominator?
The 1988 Honda NX 650 Dominator has a Capacity of 644.0 ccm (39.30 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda NX 650 Dominator have?
The 1988 Honda NX 650 Dominator has a Power of 44.0 HP (32.4 kW) @ 6000 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda NX 650 Dominator have?
The 1988 Honda NX 650 Dominator has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Honda NX 650 Dominator weigh?
The 1988 Honda NX 650 Dominator has a Dry weight of 153.0 kg (337.3 pounds).
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