Technical specifications
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| Model: |
CX 500 |
| Years: |
1978 |
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Engine:
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Four stroke, longitudinal 800 V-twin cylinder, camshaft nestles at the base of the V between the cylinders. ,OHV, 4 valves per cylinder operated by pushrods
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Capacity:
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497 cc / 30.3 cu-in
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Bore x Stroke:
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78 x 52 mm
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Compression Ratio:
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10.0:1
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Induction:
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2x 34mm Keihin carburetors
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Ignition:
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CDI
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Starting:
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Electric
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Max Power:
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50 hp / 37.2 kW @ 9000 rpm
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Max Torque:
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46 Nm / 33.9 lb-ft @ 7000 rpm
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Clutch:
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Wet, multi-plate, 5-speed
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Transmission:
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5 Speed
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Final Drive:
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Shaft
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Front Suspension:
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33mm Showa telehydraulic fork
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Front Wheel Travel:
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132 mm / 5.1 in
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Rear Suspension:
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Swinging arm fork with adjustable shocks absorbers
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Rear Wheel Travel:
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84 mm / 3.3 in
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Front Brakes:
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2x 275mm discs
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Rear Brakes:
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160mm Drum
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Front Tyre:
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3.25-19
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Rear Tyre:
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3.75-18
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Dry Weight:
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205 kg / 452 lbs
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Fuel Capacity:
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17 Litres / 4.4 US gal
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Consumption Average:
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43 mpg
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Standing ¼ Mile:
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14.0 sec / 93 mph
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Top Speed:
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112 mph
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