Across 4 covered model years from 1982 to 1985, the Honda CBX 550 F (reduced effect) motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 460.8 lb (209 kg).
Honda CBX 550 F (reduced effect) weight overview
At this weight, footing and parking technique matter. Once moving, geometry and balance can disguise the mass, but you still have to manage the full weight at walking speed.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Honda CBX 550 F (reduced effect)?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda CBX 550 F (reduced effect) is heavier than about 51.5% of 166 Honda motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Honda CBX 550 F (reduced effect) weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 460.8 lb (209 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 572 cc |
| Power | 50 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 4.76 US gal (18 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 29.6 lb (13.4 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 10.85 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 9.22 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.24 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 80.6 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.4% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda CBX 550 F (reduced effect) weight FAQ
What is the Honda CBX 550 F (reduced effect) wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 460.8 lb (209 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.
Is the Honda CBX 550 F (reduced effect) lighter or heavier than other Honda motorcycles?
Weight is broadly typical for the category, landing around the 52nd percentile in this model-level Honda comparison.
Which Honda CBX 550 F (reduced effect) years have different weight specs?
No clear weight change appears in the usable model-year data. Other specifications may still differ by year.
How much does a full tank add to the Honda CBX 550 F (reduced effect)?
Based on the supplied 4.76 US gal (18 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 29.6 lb (13.4 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.
What is the combined Honda CBX 550 F (reduced effect) and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 640.8 lb (290.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Honda CBX 550 F (reduced effect) power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 10.85 hp per 100 lb. It shows engine output relative to motorcycle mass rather than just quoting peak horsepower.
How much of the Honda CBX 550 F (reduced effect) total weight comes from fuel?
The calculated full-tank fuel mass is about 6.4% of the listed motorcycle weight. Because the available basis is wet/running weight, that fuel is already included in the ready-to-ride figure.
What is the Honda CBX 550 F (reduced effect) engine-size-to-weight ratio?
The available figures work out to 1.24 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
How far is the Honda CBX 550 F (reduced effect) from the median Honda motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Honda motorcycle weight of 452.6 lb (205.3 kg), the model is roughly 8.2 lb (3.7 kg) heavier.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Honda Powersports website.