What kind of engine does the Honda VT500 have?
The VT 500 models shared a 491 cc (30.0 cu in) SOHC three-valve (two intake, one exhaust), liquid cooled engine (this time with fake cooling fins on the barrels), shaft final drive, and six speed overdrive transmission. The VT500 models appeared well-considered to answer those two primary drawbacks.
When was the first Honda 500 twin made?
The CX500 and the GL500 Silver Wing which joined it in Honda’s line in 1981 shared the same overall engine configuration—one that caught most observers off-guard. It was Honda’s first V-twin engine, but lest anyone accuse Honda of being inspired by Harley-Davidson or anyone else’s V-twin, it was completely original.
How many valves does a Honda 500 twin have?
With liquid cooling and no fake cooling fins, the engine had its smooth barrels splayed out at an 80-degree angle longitudinally, similar to a Moto Guzzi. But the standard Honda overhead cam configuration was gone—instead, pushrods activated four valves per cylinder.
When did Honda make the DOHC CB500T bike?
In 1975 Honda took its decade-old 444cc CB450 and gave it a longer stroke and an aesthetic make-over to create the DOHC CB500T. The bike was good and durable, but basically obsolete from day one. At certain speeds, it still vibrated so bad that the mirrors could go out of adjustment.
How many horsepower does a Honda 500 twin have?
The engine specifications promised about 50 horsepower at 9000 rpm—and the bike operates in that range comfortably. The offset dual crankpin crankshaft delivers on the goal of smooth operation; the only hint of vibration I encounter is with throttle roll-on in fifth gear from about 45 mph to 60 mph.
The VT 500 models shared a 491 cc (30.0 cu in) SOHC three-valve (two intake, one exhaust), liquid cooled engine (this time with fake cooling fins on the barrels), shaft final drive, and six speed overdrive transmission. The VT500 models appeared well-considered to answer those two primary drawbacks.
In 1975 Honda took its decade-old 444cc CB450 and gave it a longer stroke and an aesthetic make-over to create the DOHC CB500T. The bike was good and durable, but basically obsolete from day one. At certain speeds, it still vibrated so bad that the mirrors could go out of adjustment.
When did the Honda CX500 motorcycle come out?
In 1978 when Honda introduced the CX500, the motorcycle world was, well, surprised. The 1977 year had been a year with Honda having no 500cc machine in its line-up to fill the gap between the CB400F and the CB550.