Honda XR 500R: history, specs, pictures
Jump to navigation
Jump to search
Honda XR 500R | |
Manufacturer | |
---|---|
Production | 1979 |
Class | Enduro |
Engine | Air cooled, four-stroke, single cylinder SOHC, 4 valve |
Bore / Stroke | 88.9mm x 88.9mm |
Compression ratio | 8.6:1 |
Horsepower | 32.05 HP (23.9 KW) @ 6500RPM |
Fuel System | Carburetor |
Transmission | Gear box: 5 Speed Final Drive: Chain |
Suspension | Front: 37mm Showa forks Rear: Pro-link Showa damper |
Brakes | Front: Drum Rear: Drum |
Front Tire | 3.00-21 |
Rear Tire | 4.10-17 |
Weight | |
Recommended Oil | Honda GN4 10W-40 |
Manuals | Service Manual |
The Honda XR 500R was a Air cooled, four-stroke, single cylinder SOHC, 4 valve Enduro motorcycle produced by Honda in 1979. Claimed horsepower was 32.05 HP (23.9 KW) @ 6500 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
A 88.9mm bore x 88.9mm stroke result in a displacement of just 497.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 5 Speed transmission.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 3.00-21 front tire and a 4.10-17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a 37mm Showa forks while the rear was equipped with a Pro-link Showa damper.
1979 - 1984 Honda XR 500R[edit | edit source]
This enduro bike has an air cooled, four stroke, single cylinder, 497cc engine with a compression ratio of 8.6:1, developing 32 horsepower at 6500rpm.