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{{ | {{Motorcycle | ||
| name = CX series | | name = CX series | ||
| | | photo = honda cx500 1981 blue rhs.jpg | ||
| aka = | | aka = | ||
| manufacturer = | | manufacturer = Honda | ||
| parent_company = | | parent_company = | ||
| production = 1978–1983 | | production = 1978–1983 | ||
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| fuel_capacity = | | fuel_capacity = | ||
| recommended_oil = Honda GN4 10W-40 | |||
| related = | | related = | ||
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The transmission spins opposite the engine crank to counteract the engine torque's tendency to tip the bike slightly to one side when the throttle is opened or closed. The gear shift lever is moved with the usual up-down motion of the left foot, but instead of rocking in a forward-backward motion as on regular bikes, it moves left-right. This difference is transparent to the rider, however, and requires no change in shifting technique. It also means that it is not possible to adjust foot peg and gear lever setup when personalizing riding position. | The transmission spins opposite the engine crank to counteract the engine torque's tendency to tip the bike slightly to one side when the throttle is opened or closed. The gear shift lever is moved with the usual up-down motion of the left foot, but instead of rocking in a forward-backward motion as on regular bikes, it moves left-right. This difference is transparent to the rider, however, and requires no change in shifting technique. It also means that it is not possible to adjust foot peg and gear lever setup when personalizing riding position. | ||
Power is transferred via an enclosed splined [[driveshaft]] with one universal joint. The shaft drives a bevel gear to which the wheel is joined via a cush-drive, which absorbs and dampens driveline shocks and vibrations. The bevel drive spins in an oil bath, and a zerk fitting is provided for greasing the shaft bearing. This reduces the motorcycle's maintenance costs. | Power is transferred via an enclosed splined [[driveshaft]] with one [[universal joint]]. The shaft drives a bevel gear to which the wheel is joined via a cush-drive, which absorbs and dampens driveline shocks and vibrations. The bevel drive spins in an oil bath, and a zerk fitting is provided for greasing the shaft bearing. This reduces the motorcycle's maintenance costs. | ||
===Wheels=== | ===Wheels=== | ||
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===CX500EC Eurosport=== | ===CX500EC Eurosport=== | ||
{{main|Honda CX500EC}} | {{main|Honda CX500EC}} | ||
Introduced in 1982 the EC variant is a much improved motorcycle compared to the original 500. Sharing many parts with the CX500 Turbo introduced the same model year, the Eurosport features air assisted front forks with anti-dive mechanism and air assisted prolink single shock rear suspension. The wheels are also modified, with an 18 inch diameter restyled round hole comstar front with a 100–90H18 | Introduced in 1982 the EC variant is a much improved motorcycle compared to the original 500. Sharing many parts with the CX500 Turbo introduced the same model year, the Eurosport features air assisted front forks with anti-dive mechanism and air assisted prolink single shock rear suspension. The wheels are also modified, with an 18 inch diameter restyled round hole comstar front with a 100–90H18 tire, whilst on the rear is a 120–80H18 tire. The brakes are vastly improved with much more effective twin pot calipers on the front and a new disc brake with twin pot caliper on the rear replacing the original drum. The Eurosport is also significantly restyled with a larger fuel tank, a nose fairing, side panels, seat, and tail unit that share much more modern lines. In the UK only two color options were made: white metallic with blue and red striping, or black with orange and silver stripes. The instrumentation is improved with the introduction of a fuel gauge and like the rest of the bike a much updated appearance. Plastic mudguards replace the chromed steel versions on the earlier machines curing the associated rust problems. The round headlight of the early bikes is also replaced with a rectangular lens which gives improved night lighting. | ||
The changes extended to the engine where Honda's early 1980s issues with cam chains were dealt with via the introduction of an automatic tensioner replacing the manual version on the earlier models. Other changes also meant that the standard valve clearances were reduced, possibly through tighter manufacturing control. Eurosport model engines are identifiable via the lack of a cam chain tensioner bolt and the revised valve covers which feature black painted stripes and satin alloy flat areas. | The changes extended to the engine where Honda's early 1980s issues with cam chains were dealt with via the introduction of an automatic tensioner replacing the manual version on the earlier models. Other changes also meant that the standard valve clearances were reduced, possibly through tighter manufacturing control. Eurosport model engines are identifiable via the lack of a cam chain tensioner bolt and the revised valve covers which feature black painted stripes and satin alloy flat areas. | ||