| TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION | 
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| Model ID | 
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| Manufacturer (Make) | Honda | 
| Model Name | XBR 500 | 
| Year | 1989 | 
| Category(class) | Street Fighter | 
| Engine | 
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| Engine Capacity (Displacement) | 498 ccm (30.39 cubic inches) | 
| Engine Type | 1 cylinder | 
| Bore x Stroke | Ø92.0 mm x 75.0 mm (Ø3.62 inches x 2.95 inches) | 
| Bore/Stroke Ratio | 1.23 | 
| Stroke | 4 | 
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 
| Timing System | OHC | 
| Cooling System | Air | 
| Powertrain | 
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| Gearbox | 5 speed | 
| Chassis/Suspension/Brakes | 
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| Front Brakes | Single disc | 
| Rear Brakes | Drum | 
| Front Tire | 100/90-18 | 
| Rear Tire | 110/90-18 | 
| Dimensions | 
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| Curb Weight | 182 kg (401 lb) | 
| Fuel Capacity | 20 litres (5.28 gallons) | 
| Performance | 
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| Max Power | 44.00 HP (32.1 kW) at 7000 RPM | 
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.24 Hp/Kg | 
| Top Speed | 171 km/h (106mph) | 
| Acceleration (dart, speedup) time |  | 
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds | 
| 0-60 mph | 5.3 seconds | 
| 1/4 mile | - | 
| 60 to 140 km/h, highest gear | - |