Honda CB550: history, specs, pictures
The Honda CB550K 3 was a in-line four, four-stroke standard produced by Honda between 1973 and 1978. It could reach a top speed of 109 mph (175 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 48.95 HP (36.5 KW) @ 8500 RPM.
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Also called | CB550SS, CB 550 SS, CB550 Four K, CB 550 Four K, CB550F 1, CB 550 F 1, CB550F, CB 550 F, CB550K 3, CB 550 K 3, CB550F 2, CB 550 F 2 |
Production | 1973 - 1978 |
Class | Standard |
Engine | in-line four, four-stroke |
Bore / Stroke | 58.5mm x 50.6mm |
Top Speed | 109 mph (175 km/h) |
Horsepower | 48.95 HP (36.5 KW) @ 8500RPM |
Fuel System | carburetor |
Transmission | Gear box: 5-speed Final Drive: chain |
Brakes | Front: single disc Rear: expanding brake |
Front Tire | 3.25-19 |
Rear Tire | 3.75-18 |
Wheelbase | 55.31 inches (1405 mm) |
Length | 83.27 inches (2115 mm) |
Width | 32.87 inches (835 mm) |
Height | 43.31 inches (1100 mm) |
Weight | 421.08 pounds (191.0 Kg) (dry), 208.0 kg (wet) |
Recommended Oil | Honda GN4 10W-40 |
Fuel Capacity | 4.23 Gallon (16.00 Liters) |
Manuals | Service Manual |
EngineEdit
The engine was a air cooled in-line four, four-stroke. A 58.5mm bore x 50.6mm stroke result in a displacement of just 544.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a overhead cams (ohc).
DriveEdit
The bike has a 5-speed transmission.
ChassisEdit
It came with a 3.25-19 front tire and a 3.75-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a expanding brake in the rear. The CB550K 3 was fitted with a 4.23 Gallon (16.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 421.08 pounds (191.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 55.31 inches (1405 mm) long.