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{{Motorcycle
{{Infobox Motorcycle
|name            = Honda FT500 Ascot
|name            = Honda FT500  
|photo=1982-Honda-Ascot-(FT500)-Red-1544-0.jpg
|image            =
|aka              = Ascot
|manufacturer    = [[Honda]]
|parent_company  =
|production      = 82-83
|model_year      =
|predecessor      =
|successor        =
|class            =
|engine          = 500cc
|bore_stroke      =
|compression      =
|top_speed        =
|power            =
|torque          =
|ignition        =
|spark_plug      = {{sparkplug|DR8ESL}} '82-83
|battery          = {{battery|YB14L-A2}} '82-83
|transmission    =
|frame            =
|suspension      =
|brakes          =
|front_tire      = {{tire|3.50-19}} '82-83
|rear_tire    = {{tire|}} '82-83
|rake_trail      =
|wheelbase        =
|length          =
|width            =
|height          =
|seat_height      =
|dry_weight      =
|wet_weight      =
|fuel_capacity    =
|oil_capacity    =
|fuel_consumption =
|turning_radius  =
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{{Infobox Motorcycle
|name            = '''Honda FT500 Ascot'''
|image            =
|aka              = FT 500 Ascot
|aka              = FT 500 Ascot
|manufacturer    = [[Honda]]
|manufacturer    = Honda
|parent_company  =
|parent_company  =
|production      = 1983
|production      = 1983
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|predecessor      =
|predecessor      =
|successor        =
|successor        =
|class            = [[Naked]]
|class            = Standard
|engine          = Single cylinder, four-stroke, air-cooled
|engine          = Single cylinder, four-stroke, air-cooled
|bore_stroke      = 88.9mm x 88.9mm
|bore_stroke      = 88.9mm x 88.9mm
|compression      = 8.6:1
|compression      = 8.6:1
|top_speed        =
|top_speed        =93 mph
|power            = 34.06 HP (25.4 KW) @ 6200RPM
|power            = 34.06 HP (25.4 KW) @ 6200RPM
|torque          = 30.24 ft/lbs (41.0 Nm) @ 5000RPM
|torque          = 30.24 ft/lbs (41.0 Nm) @ 5000RPM
|fuel_system      = Carburetor
|fuel_system      = Carburetor
|ignition        =
|ignition        =
|spark_plug      =
|spark_plug      = {{sparkplug|NGK DR8ESL}} '82-83
|battery          =
|battery          = {{battery|YUASA YB14L-A2}} '82-83
|transmission    = Gear box: 5-Speed manual <br>
|transmission    = Gear box: 5-Speed manual <br>
Final Drive: Chain <br>
Final Drive: Chain <br>
Clutch: Wet Multi-Plate <br>
Clutch: Wet Multi-Plate <br>


|final_drive={{chain|530x100}}
|front_sprocket=15T
|rear_sprocket=42T
|frame            =
|frame            =
|suspension      =Front: 37mm  Air assisted forks <br>
|suspension      =Front: 37mm  Air assisted forks <br>
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|fuel_capacity    =
|fuel_capacity    =
|oil_capacity    =
|oil_capacity    =
|recommended_oil=Honda GN4 10W-40
|fuel_consumption =
|fuel_consumption =
|turning_radius  =
|turning_radius  =
|related          =
|related          = [[Honda XR500]]<br />[[Honda XL500]]<br />[[Honda VT500]]
|competition      =
|competition      =
}}
}}
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==Engine==
==Engine==
A 88.9mm [[bore]] x 88.9mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 497.0 cubic centimeters.   
A 88.9mm [[bore]] x 88.9mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 497.0 cubic centimeters.  It used a very similar powerplant to the [[Honda XR500]] and [[Honda XL500]].


==Drive==
==Drive==
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It came with a 3.50-19 front [[tire]] and a 4.25-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single disc 296 mm in the front and a Single disc 276 mm in the rear. The front suspension was a  37mm  Air assisted forks while the rear was equipped with a Dual gas shocks, spring preload adjustable.   
It came with a 3.50-19 front [[tire]] and a 4.25-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single disc 296 mm in the front and a Single disc 276 mm in the rear. The front suspension was a  37mm  Air assisted forks while the rear was equipped with a Dual gas shocks, spring preload adjustable.   


The '''Honda FT500 ''' is a [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Honda]] from 1982 to 1983.
 






==1982==
==1982==
[[Image:1982_honda_Ft500.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda FT500 Ascot]]
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[[Image:1982_honda_Ft500a.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda FT500 Ascot]]
File:1982_honda_Ft500.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda FT500 Ascot
[[Image:1982-Honda-FT500-Black-0.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda FT500 Ascot in Black]]
File:1982_honda_Ft500a.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda FT500 Ascot
[[Image:1982-Honda-FT500-Black-1.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda FT500 Ascot in Black]]
File:1982-Honda-FT500-Black-0.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda FT500 Ascot in Black
[[Image:1982-Honda-FT500-Black-2.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda FT500 Ascot in Black]]
File:1982-Honda-FT500-Black-1.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda FT500 Ascot in Black
[[Image:1982-Honda-FT500-Black-3.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda FT500 Ascot in Black]]
File:1982-Honda-FT500-Black-2.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda FT500 Ascot in Black
[[Image:1982-Honda-FT500-Black-4.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda FT500 Ascot in Black]]
File:1982-Honda-FT500-Black-3.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda FT500 Ascot in Black
[[Image:1982-Honda-FT500-Black-5.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda FT500 Ascot in Black]]
File:1982-Honda-FT500-Black-4.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda FT500 Ascot in Black
[[Image:1982-Honda-FT500-Black-124-0.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda Ascot (FT500) in Black]]
File:1982-Honda-FT500-Black-5.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda FT500 Ascot in Black
[[Image:1982-Honda-FT500-Black-124-1.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda Ascot (FT500) in Black]]
File:1982-Honda-FT500-Black-124-0.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda Ascot (FT500) in Black
[[Image:1982-Honda-FT500-Black-124-2.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda Ascot (FT500) in Black]]
File:1982-Honda-FT500-Black-124-1.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda Ascot (FT500) in Black
[[Image:1982-Honda-FT500-Black-124-3.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda Ascot (FT500) in Black]]
File:1982-Honda-FT500-Black-124-2.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda Ascot (FT500) in Black
[[Image:1982-Honda-FT500-Black-124-4.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda Ascot (FT500) in Black]]
File:1982-Honda-FT500-Black-124-3.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda Ascot (FT500) in Black
[[Image:1982-Honda-Ascot-(FT500)-Red-1544-0.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda Ascot (FT500) in Red]]
File:1982-Honda-FT500-Black-124-4.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda Ascot (FT500) in Black
[[Image:1982-Honda-Ascot-(FT500)-Red-1544-1.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda Ascot (FT500) in Red]]
File:1982-Honda-Ascot-(FT500)-Red-1544-0.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda Ascot (FT500) in Red
[[Image:1982-Honda-Ascot-(FT500)-Red-1544-2.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda Ascot (FT500) in Red]]
File:1982-Honda-Ascot-(FT500)-Red-1544-1.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda Ascot (FT500) in Red
[[Image:1982-Honda-Ascot-(FT500)-Red-1544-3.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda Ascot (FT500) in Red]]
File:1982-Honda-Ascot-(FT500)-Red-1544-2.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda Ascot (FT500) in Red
[[Image:1982-Honda-Ascot-(FT500)-Red-1544-4.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda Ascot (FT500) in Red]]
File:1982-Honda-Ascot-(FT500)-Red-1544-3.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda Ascot (FT500) in Red
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File:1982-Honda-Ascot-(FT500)-Red-1544-4.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda Ascot (FT500) in Red
 
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The Honda Ascot, designated FT500'82, was sold in 1982. Two colors were available: Monza Red and Black. The tank stripes and the "FT500" decal were gray and silver on the red bike; but they were red and orange on the black bike. The speedometer was limited to 85 mph (135 kph). The headlight was rectangular and so were the instruments. The bike had electric start and the exhaust system was a 2-into-1. The engine was a 498cc OHC, 4-valve single cylinder with one carburetor. The transmission was a 5-speed. The serial number began JH2PC0708CM000019.
The Honda Ascot, designated FT500'82, was sold in 1982. Two colors were available: Monza Red and Black. The tank stripes and the "FT500" decal were gray and silver on the red bike; but they were red and orange on the black bike. The speedometer was limited to 85 mph (135 kph). The headlight was rectangular and so were the instruments. The bike had electric start and the exhaust system was a 2-into-1. The engine was a 498cc OHC, 4-valve single cylinder with one carburetor. The transmission was a 5-speed. The serial number began JH2PC0708CM000019.
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==In Media==
==In Media==
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/point-break#honda-ft500-ascot Point Break]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/point-break#honda-ft500-ascot Point Break]
==References==
{{reflist}}


{{Honda}}
{{Honda}}

Latest revision as of 20:02, 23 November 2019

1982-Honda-Ascot-(FT500)-Red-1544-0.jpg
Honda FT500 Ascot
Manufacturer
Also called FT 500 Ascot
Production 1983
Class Standard
Engine
Single cylinder, four-stroke, air-cooled
Bore / Stroke 88.9mm x 88.9mm
Compression ratio 8.6:1
Top Speed 93 mph
Horsepower 34.06 HP (25.4 KW) @ 6200RPM
Torque 30.24 ft/lbs (41.0 Nm) @ 5000RPM
Fuel System Carburetor
Spark Plug NGK DR8ESL '82-83
Battery YUASA YB14L-A2 '82-83
Transmission Gear box: 5-Speed manual

Final Drive: Chain

Clutch: Wet Multi-Plate
Final Drive Chain: 530x100
Front Sprocket 15T
Rear Sprocket 42T
Suspension Front: 37mm Air assisted forks
Rear: Dual gas shocks, spring preload adjustable
Brakes Front: Single disc 296 mm
Rear: Single disc 276 mm
Front Tire 3.50-19
Rear Tire 4.25-18
Weight 180.0 kg (wet)
Recommended Oil Honda GN4 10W-40
Related Honda XR500
Honda XL500
Honda VT500
Manuals Service Manual

Brochures ·


The Honda FT500 Ascot was a Single cylinder, four-stroke, air-cooled Naked motorcycle produced by Honda in 1983. Max torque was 30.24 ft/lbs (41.0 Nm) @ 5000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 34.06 HP (25.4 KW) @ 6200 RPM.

History[edit | edit source]

Honda also made another ascot that was a V-Twin and it was designated VT500

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 88.9mm bore x 88.9mm stroke result in a displacement of just 497.0 cubic centimeters. It used a very similar powerplant to the Honda XR500 and Honda XL500.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 5-Speed manual transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet Multi-Plate.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 3.50-19 front tire and a 4.25-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single disc 296 mm in the front and a Single disc 276 mm in the rear. The front suspension was a 37mm Air assisted forks while the rear was equipped with a Dual gas shocks, spring preload adjustable.



1982[edit | edit source]

The Honda Ascot, designated FT500'82, was sold in 1982. Two colors were available: Monza Red and Black. The tank stripes and the "FT500" decal were gray and silver on the red bike; but they were red and orange on the black bike. The speedometer was limited to 85 mph (135 kph). The headlight was rectangular and so were the instruments. The bike had electric start and the exhaust system was a 2-into-1. The engine was a 498cc OHC, 4-valve single cylinder with one carburetor. The transmission was a 5-speed. The serial number began JH2PC0708CM000019.

1983[edit | edit source]

1983 Honda FT500 Ascot



The FT500'83 was sold in 1983 in one of two colors: Monza Red or Black. The tank and side cover stripes on the red bike were white and blue; but on the black bike they were silver and red. The headlight and instruments were rectangular. The speedometer had a 120 mph (195 kph) limit.

  • Engine: High-performance 498cc, single-cylinder, four-stroke
  • Valve: Four
  • Carburetor: One
  • Ignition: solid state CD
  • Crankshaft: Chain driven dual counter-balancer reduces vibration
  • Starter: Electric
  • Transmission: 5-speed
  • Drive: #530 O-ring drive chain
  • Brakes: Disc with twin piston calipers front and rear
  • Suspension: Air-adjustable front forks
  • Wheelbase: 1435mm (56.5 in.)
  • Seat height: 800mm (31.5 in.)
  • Fuel capacity: 13 liters (3.4 gal.)
  • Dry weight: 159 kg (350.6 lb)
  • The serial number began JH2PC070*DM100001.



1983 Honda FT500 Ascot[edit | edit source]

Honda has introduced the Ascot, a 500cc single-cylinder roadster that uses the basic XR/XL powerplant developed for the 79 model year. This engine has up-to-date technological features, including a four-valve head and engine counterbalancers.


In Media[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

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