Honda XL500R (1982)

The Honda XL500R is a motorcycle model that was manufactured in 1982. The engine is a four-stroke single cylinder with an overhead camshaft and four valves per cylinder. It has a capacity of 497cc and a compression ratio of 8.6:1. The induction is through a 32mm Keihin carburettor, and the ignition is CDI. The bike can be started with a kick.

The maximum power output is 32 horsepower at 6,500 RPM and the maximum torque is 3.8 kgf-m at 5,000 RPM. The motorcycle has a five-speed transmission and a chain final drive. The front suspension is equipped with leading axle coil spring forks, while the rear suspension is Pro-Link and adjustable for preload. The front brakes have a 140mm drum and the rear brakes have a 130mm drum.

The front tyre is 3.00-21 and the rear tyre is 4.60-18. The dry weight of the bike is 136 kg and the fuel capacity is not specified. The bike can complete a standing quarter-mile sprint in 14.8 seconds and has a top speed of 101.2 miles per hour.


Technical specifications:

Make Model: Honda XL 500R

Year: 1982


Engine: Four Stoke single cylinder, OHC, 4 valve per cylinder
Capacity: 497 cc / 30.3 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 89 x 80 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 8.6:1
Induction: 1x 32mm keihin carb.
Ignition: CDI
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 32 hp / 23.8 kW @ 6500 rpm
Max Torque: 3.8 kgf-m @ 5000 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: Leading axle coil spring forks
Rear Suspension: Pro link. adjustable for preload.
Front Brakes: 140mm Drum

Rear Brakes: 130mm Drum
Front Tyre: 3.00-21
Rear Tyre: 4.60-18
Dry Weight: 136 kg
Fuel Capacity:
Standing 1/4 Mile: 14.8 sec
Top Speed: 101.2 mph

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