| TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION | 
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| Model ID | 
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| Manufacturer (Make) | Honda | 
| Model Name | CX 500 C | 
| Year | 1983 | 
| Category(class) | Cruiser / Chopper / Custom | 
| Engine | 
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| Engine Capacity (Displacement) | 497 ccm (30.33 cubic inches) | 
| Engine Type | V-type, 2 cylinders | 
| Bore x Stroke | Ø78.0 mm x 52.0 mm (Ø3.07 inches x 2.05 inches) | 
| Bore/Stroke Ratio | 1.5 | 
| Stroke | 4 | 
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 
| Timing System | OHV | 
| Cooling System | Liquid | 
| Powertrain | 
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| Gearbox | 5 speed | 
| Chassis/Suspension/Brakes | 
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| Front Brakes | Dual disc | 
| Rear Brakes | Drum | 
| Front Tire | 3.50-19 | 
| Rear Tire | 130/90-16 | 
| Dimensions | 
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| Curb Weight | 216 kg (476 lb) | 
| Fuel Capacity  | 11 litres (2.91 gallons) | 
| Performance | 
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| Max Power | 50.00 HP (36.5 kW) at 9000 RPM | 
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.23 Hp/Kg | 
| Top Speed | 159 km/h (99mph) | 
| Acceleration (dart, speedup) time |  | 
| 0-100 km/h | 5.8 seconds | 
| 0-60 mph | 5.5 seconds | 
| 1/4 mile | - | 
| 60 to 140 km/h, highest gear | - |