Honda CB500T

CB500T

Manufacturer	Honda
Production	1974—1976
Predecessor	CB450
Engine	498 cc DOHC parallel twin Bore x stroke: 70 x 64.8 mm
Power	Template:Convert/hp @ 8000 rpm
Transmission	5-speed
Brakes	Front: Single disc Rear: drum
Wheelbase	1410 mm (55.5 in)
Weight	193 kg (425 lb)

The Honda CB500T was sold from 1974 to 1976. The engine was a 498cc DOHC parallel twin with dual CV carburetors. The transmission was a 5-speed.

Specifications

Double overhead cam vertical twin with torsion bar valve springs.

General Primary reduction 3.304:1 Maximum power 42 bhp (31 kW) @ 8000 rpm Fuel 2 star or better (unleaded) Tank capacity 16 L Wheelbase 1410 mm (55.5") Seat height 800 mm (31.5 in) Dry weight 193 kg (425 lb) Oil capacity 2.8 litres Alternator 0.12 kW @ 5000 rpm Spark plugs NGK B8ES

Gears Gear Speed in gear Ratio First 34 mph (55 km/h) 2.277:1 Second 60 mph (97 km/h) 1.521:1 Third 79 mph (127 km/h) 1.230:1 Fourth 94 mph (151 km/h) 1.000:1 Fifth 101 mph (163 km/h) 0.844:1 Final Reduction 2.200:1 Standing 1/4 mile 14.639 seconds

References

• "Road Test: Honda CB500T Motorcycle". dropbears.com. http://www.dropbears.com/m/models/honda/cb500t.htm.