Honda XR 500 Specs

(1980)
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Key Specs

Single cylinder, four-stroke
36 HP
36.00 PS / 26 kW
87 Mph
140.0 km/h
39 MPG
6 L/100 km
47 MPG UK
5-speed
298 lbs
/ 135.0 kg

Honda XR 500 General Information

Brand Honda 
Model Honda XR 500 
Start year 1980 
Year 1980 
Category Enduro / offroad 
Factory Warranty (Years / miles)

Honda XR 500 Dimensions, Aerodynamics and weight

Frame type WELDED TUBULAR 
Seat details
Wheelbase 1,400 mm (55.1 inches) 
Length 2,210 mm (87.0 inches) 
Width 875 mm (34.4 inches) 
Height 1,215 mm (47.8 inches) 
Seat Height 880 mm (34.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. 
Alternate Seat Height
Ground Clearance 280 mm (11.0 inches) 
Trail size
Wheels details
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions
Front brakes Expanding brake (drum brake) 
Rear brakes Expanding brake (drum brake) 
Front Brakes Dimensions - Disc Dimensions 1,100 mm (43.3 inches) 
Rear Brakes Dimensions - Disc Dimensions 1,225 mm (48.2 inches) 
Curb Weight (including fluids) 135.0 kg (297.6 pounds) 
Dry Weight 123.0 kg (271.2 pounds) 
Front Percentage of Weight
Rear Percentage of Weight
Weight-Power Output Ratio : 0.2927 HP/kg 
Fuel Tank Capacity 10.00 litres (2.64 gallons) 
Reserve Fuel Capacity 2.00 litres (0.53 gallons) 
Carrying Details and Capacity
Front Suspension OIL DUMPED TELESCOPIC 
Front Suspension Travel 224 mm (8.8 inches) 
Rear Suspension PIVOTED REAR FORK 
Rear Suspension Travel 198 mm (7.8 inches) 

Honda XR 500 Engine and Transmission Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders Single cylinder, four-stroke 
Engine details
Fuel system Carburettor. KEIHIN 
Engine size - Displacement - Engine capacity 498.00 ccm (30.39 cubic inches) 
Bore x Stroke 89.0 x 80.0 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches) 
Compression Ratio 8.6:1 
Number of valves per cylinder
Camshaft Valvetrain Configuration DOHC 
Maximum power - Output - Horsepower 36.00 HP (26.3 kW) @ 6500 RPM 
Maximum torque 41.49 Nm (4.2 kgf-m or 30.6 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM 
Engine Maximum RPM 7000 
Cooling system Air 
Lubrication system WET SUMP 
Engine oil capacity 2.00 litres (2.11 quarts) 
Exhaust system DOUBLE EXHAUST PIPE 
Gearbox 5-speed 
Transmission type, final drive ratio Chain 
Clutch type WET PLATE 
Driveline

Honda XR 500 Performance

Top Speed 140.0 km/h (87.0 mph) 
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph)
Acceleration 0 to 400m (1/4 mile)
Recuperation 60 to 140 km/h in highest gear
Fuel Consumption - MPG - Economy - Efficiency 6.00 litres/100 km (16.7 km/l or 39.20 mpg) 
CO2 emissions 139.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) 
Emissions

Honda XR 500 Electrical Systems, Ignition and Equipment

Ignition Type CDI 
Electrical Details
Starter Type Kick 
Instruments
Lights
How much horsepower does a Honda XR 500 has?
The Honda XR 500 has 36.00 HP (26.3 kW) @ 6500 RPM.

How fast is a Honda XR 500?
The Honda XR 500 top speed is 140.0 km/h (87.0 mph).

How much does a Honda XR 500 weighs?
The Honda XR 500 weighs 123.0 kg (271.2 pounds).

How tall (seat height) is a Honda XR 500?
The Honda XR 500 seat height is 880 mm (34.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.

How many gears does a Honda XR 500 has?
The Honda XR 500 has 5 gears.