1997 Honda CB500

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– 1997 Honda CB500

MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS

Manufacturer – Make – Model – Year: Honda CB 500 1997
Motorcycle Style: Standard

ENGINE SPECS

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

Transmission type: 6 speed
Final Drive: Chain
Starting: Electronic

CHASSIS SPECS

Suspension – Front: 37 mm telescopic forks, 115 mm travel
Suspension – Rear: Dual rear shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability , 117 mm travel

MISCELLANEOUS SPECS

Tire – Front: 110/80-17
Tire – Rear: 130/80-17
Brakes – Front: single 296 mm disc with 2-piston calipers
Brakes – Rear: single 240 mm disc with 1-piston calipers

DIMENSIONS

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)
Wheelbase 1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground clearance 145 mm (5.7 inches)
Fuel Capacity: 18 l (4.8 Gal)
Dry Weight (without fluids): 173 kg (381.4 pounds)