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Honda XL 500 S Specs

(1979)
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Key Specs

Single cylinder, four-stroke
30.3 cu-in
497 cm3
27 HP
27.00 PS / 20 kW
5-speed
313 lbs
/ 142.0 kg

Honda XL 500 S General Information

Brand Honda 
Model Honda XL 500 S 
Start year 1979 
Year 1979 
Category Enduro / offroad 
Factory Warranty (Years / miles)

Honda XL 500 S Dimensions, Aerodynamics and weight

Frame type
Seat details
Wheelbase
Length
Width
Height
Seat Height
Alternate Seat Height
Ground Clearance
Trail size
Wheels details
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions 3.00-23 
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions 4.60-18 
Front brakes Expanding brake 
Rear brakes Expanding brake 
Front Brakes Dimensions - Disc Dimensions
Rear Brakes Dimensions - Disc Dimensions
Curb Weight (including fluids) 142.0 kg (313.1 pounds) 
Dry Weight
Front Percentage of Weight
Rear Percentage of Weight
Weight-Power Output Ratio :
Fuel Tank Capacity 10.50 litres (2.77 gallons) 
Reserve Fuel Capacity
Carrying Details and Capacity
Front Suspension
Front Suspension Travel
Rear Suspension
Rear Suspension Travel

Honda XL 500 S Engine and Transmission Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders Single cylinder, four-stroke 
Engine details
Fuel system
Engine size - Displacement - Engine capacity 497.00 ccm (30.33 cubic inches) 
Bore x Stroke 89.0 x 80.0 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches) 
Compression Ratio 8.6:1 
Number of valves per cylinder
Camshaft Valvetrain Configuration OHC 
Maximum power - Output - Horsepower 27.00 HP (19.7 kW) @ 5500 RPM 
Maximum torque
Engine Maximum RPM
Cooling system Air 
Lubrication system
Engine oil capacity
Exhaust system
Gearbox 5-speed 
Transmission type, final drive ratio Chain 
Clutch type
Driveline

Honda XL 500 S Performance

Top Speed 135.0 km/h (83.9 mph) 
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph)
Acceleration 0 to 400m (1/4 mile)
Recuperation 60 to 140 km/h in highest gear
Fuel Consumption - MPG - Economy - Efficiency
CO2 emissions
Emissions

Honda XL 500 S Electrical Systems, Ignition and Equipment

Ignition Type
Electrical Details
Starter Type
Instruments
Lights
How much horsepower does a Honda XL 500 S has?
The Honda XL 500 S has 27.00 HP (19.7 kW) @ 5500 RPM.

How fast is a Honda XL 500 S?
The Honda XL 500 S top speed is 135.0 km/h (83.9 mph).

How many gears does a Honda XL 500 S has?
The Honda XL 500 S has 5 gears.