For the 1979 model year, the Honda CX 500 Custom (reduced effect) motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 476.2 lb (216 kg).
Honda CX 500 Custom (reduced effect) weight overview
This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Honda CX 500 Custom (reduced effect)?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda CX 500 Custom (reduced effect) is heavier than about 55.1% 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 CX 500 Custom (reduced effect) weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1979 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 476.2 lb (216 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 497 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 2.91 US gal (11 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 18.1 lb (8.2 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.04 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 95.8 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 3.8% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda CX 500 Custom (reduced effect) weight FAQ
How much does the Honda CX 500 Custom (reduced effect) weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 476.2 lb (216 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Honda CX 500 Custom (reduced effect) weight compare with similar Hondas?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 55th percentile for weight among 166 compatible Honda motorcycles.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Honda CX 500 Custom (reduced effect)?
A full tank works out to about 18.1 lb (8.2 kg) from the listed 2.91 US gal (11 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Honda CX 500 Custom (reduced effect) weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 656.2 lb (297.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How large is the Honda CX 500 Custom (reduced effect) engine for its weight?
The model has about 1.04 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
Is the Honda CX 500 Custom (reduced effect) above or below the typical Honda motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 23.6 lb (10.7 kg) heavier than the median Honda motorcycle weight of 452.6 lb (205.3 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Honda CX 500 Custom (reduced effect) easy to move around by hand?
Yes, the mass is substantial enough to matter at walking speed. Parking direction, slope and secure footing become important because recovering the bike from a lean takes more effort.
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.