Honda CB550: history, specs, pictures
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| Honda CB550 | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
Engine[edit | edit source]
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).
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 5-speed transmission.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
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.