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Figures & Specs: Honda XL 500 S - [1979]

Honda XL 500 Engine & Transmission | Figures & Specs.

Honda XL 500 Engine:

This Honda XL 500 is a Adventure style motorbike with a 497 cc (30.3 ci) 4 valve, V3, 1 cylinder, Two stroke, Petrol engine.

Honda XL 500 Transmission:

This particular Honda XL 500 S has a 5 speed / Manual transmission with the power being delivered through it's Chain driven system.

Honda XL 500 Power & Torque | Figures & Specs.

Honda XL 500 Power:

The XL 500's 497 cc (30.3 ci) Petrol engine reaches its peak power of 32 bhp (23 kW) @ 6500 rpm.

Honda XL 500 Torque:

The Honda XL 500 produces it's maximum torque measuring 27.5 lb-ft (37.3 Nm) @ 5000 rpm.

Honda XL 500 Power to Weight:

The XL 500 weighs around 0 kg (0 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 206.4 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 177.4 lb-ft of torque per ton.

Honda XL 500 Top Speed & Acceleration Performance | Figures & Specs.

Honda XL 500 Top Speed:

The Honda XL 500 S has a top speed of 91 mph (146.4 km/h)

Honda XL 500 Acceleration:

This XL 500 accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 km/h) in 17.9 seconds or 0-100km/h (0-62 mph) in 18.3s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 15 seconds with a trap speed of 3 mph (4.8 km/h).

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Figures & Specs Summary:

  • Edition: Honda XL 500 S
  • Year: 1979 | Type: Adventure
  • Engine: 497 cc (30.3 ci) 4 Valve
  • Engine Type: V3 | Cylinders: 1
  • Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: SOHC
  • Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
  • Cooling: Air | Fuel Type: Petrol
  • Transmission: 5 speed / Manual
  • Drive: Chain
  • Wet Weight: 0 kgs (0 lbs)
  • Dry Weight: 135 kgs (297 lbs)
  • Power: 32 bhp (23 kW) @ 6500 rpm
  • Torque: 27.5 lb-ft (37.3 Nm) @ 5000 rpm
  • BHP Per Ton: 206.4 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 177.4 lb-ft
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 km/h): 17.9 secs
  • 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 18.3 secs
  • Top Speed: 91 mph (146.4 km/h)
  • 1/4 Mile (Est.): 15 secs @ 3 mph
  • Frame: Steel
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