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Honda CB500 Motorcycles

1999 Honda CB500

Engine

Engine Type 499 cc, 4 Stroke – Liquid Cooled – Parallel Twin
Bore and Stroke 73 mm x 59.6 mm
Compression Ratio 10.5:1
Valves DOHC, 4 valves/cylinder
Fuel Delivery VP, 33mm
Ignition CDI
Starter Electric
Horsepower 58 hp (43.3 kW) @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque 47 Nm (34.7 ft. lbs) @ 8000 rpm

Drivetrain

Transmission 6-speed
Final drive Chain

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension 37mm Telescopic forks, 115mm wheel travel
Rear Suspension Dual rear shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability , 117 mm travel
Brakes TRACTM anti-dive control system
Front Brakes Single 296mm disc 2 piston caliper
Rear Brakes Single 240mm disc 1 piston caliper
Front Tire 110/80-17
Rear Tire 130/80-17

DIMENSION

Overall Length 2090 mm (82.3 inches)
Overall Width 720 mm (28.3 inches)
Overall Height 1050 mm (41.3 inches)
Seat Height 775 mm (30.5 inches)
Seat Height 775 mm (30.5 inches)
Wheelbase 1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground clearance 145 mm (5.7 inches)
Fuel capacity 18 litres (4.8 GalUS)
Dry weight 173 kg (381.4 pounds)

OTHER