Honda XBR500 (1985-89)

The Honda XBR500 was produced from 1985-89 and features a four-stroke, single cylinder engine with a capacity of 499cc. It has a 5-speed transmission, and boasts a maximum power of 44 horsepower and torque of 42.7 Nm. The bike has a roller chain final drive, and a front suspension with telescopic forks that provide 140mm of wheel travel. Its rear suspension includes hydraulic dampers and provides 100mm of wheel travel. The bike has a single 276mm disc with a 2 piston caliper for front brakes and a 140mm drum for rear brakes. Its dimensions are 2100mm by 700mm by 1050mm with a wheelbase of 1400mm and a seat height of 780mm. It has a dry weight of 150kg and a fuel capacity of 20 litres. The Honda XBR500 can reach a top speed of 108 mph.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Honda XBR 500

Year: 1985-89
Engine: Four stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, RFVC, 4 valve
Capacity: 499 cc / 30.4 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 92 x 75 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 9.0:1
Induction: 39mm CV Type
Ignition: CDI
Starting: Electric and kick
Max Power: 44 hp / 32.8 kW @ 7000rpm
Max Torque: 42.7 Nm / 31.8 ft-lb @ 6000 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Roller chain
Front Suspension: 35mm Telescopic forks
Front Wheel Travel: 140 mm / 5.5 in
Rear Suspension: Hydraulic dampers
Rear Wheel Travel: 100 mm / 3.9 in
Front Brakes: Single 276mm disc 2 piston caliper
Rear Brakes: 140 mm Drum
Front Tyre: 100/90-18
Rear Tyre: 110/90-18
Dimensions: Length: 2100 mm / 82.6 in Width: 700 mm / 27.5 in Height: 1050 mm / 41.3 in
Wheelbase: 1400 mm / 55.1 in
Seat Height: 780 mm / 30.7 in
Ground Clearance: 160 mm / 6.3 in
Dry-Weight: 150 kg / 330.6 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 20 Litres / 5.2 US gal
Top Speed: 108 mph