1985 Honda VF 500F Interceptor technical specifications

Technical specifications

Model: VF 500F Interceptor
Years: 1985
Engine: Four stroke, 90°V-four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder
Capacity: 498 cc / 30.3 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 60.4 x 44 mm
Compression Ratio: 11.0:1
Cooling System: Liquid cooled
Induction: 4x 32 mm CV
Ignition: Transistorized
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 70 hp / 51 kW @ 11500 rpm
Max Torque: 43 Nm / 4.2 kgf-m @ 10500 rpm
Clutch: Multiple plate coil springs
Transmission: 6 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Frame: Double cradle
Front Suspension: Air assisted 37mm forks
Front Wheel Travel: 140 mm / 5.5 in
Rear Suspension: Pro-link air assisted 4-way adjustable rebound damping
Rear Wheel Travel: 115 mm / 4.5 in
Front Brakes: 2x 255mm discs 2 piston calipers
Rear Brakes: Single 255mm disc 1 piston caliper
Front Tyre: 100/90-16
Rear Tyre: 110/90-18
Dimensions: Length 2070 mm / 81.5 in Width 760 mm / 29.9 in Height 1175 mm / 46.3 in
Wheelbase: 1420 mm / 55.9 in
Seat Height: 800 mm / 31.5 in
Dry Weight: 185 kg / 407 lbs
Wet Weight: 20 kg / 454 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 17 liters / 4.5 US gal
Standing ¼ Mile: 12.6 sec / 102 mph
Top Speed: 128 mph

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