For the 1979 model year, the Honda NR500 motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 286.6 lb (130 kg).
Honda NR500 weight overview
The weight is relatively manageable, so the bike should demand less effort than a heavyweight machine when backing up, parking or making slow-speed corrections. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
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How heavy is the Honda NR500?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Honda NR500 is lighter than about 71.1% of 166 Honda motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Honda NR500 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1979 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 286.6 lb (130 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 499.5 cc |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.74 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 57.4 lb / 100 cc |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda NR500 weight FAQ
What is the Honda NR500 dry weight?
The available dry weight is 286.6 lb (130 kg). Actual ready-to-ride weight will be higher after fuel and operating fluids are added.
Is the Honda NR500 lighter or heavier than other Honda motorcycles?
It is comparatively light for this Honda category. The model lands near the 29th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
What is the combined Honda NR500 and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative dry weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 466.6 lb (211.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
Is the listed Honda NR500 weight ready to ride?
No. Dry weight excludes at least some operating fluids, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will weigh more.
How large is the Honda NR500 engine for its weight?
The available figures work out to 1.74 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
Is the Honda NR500 above or below the typical Honda motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Honda motorcycle weight of 393.5 lb (178.5 kg), the model is roughly 106.9 lb (48.5 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Honda NR500 weight most?
Expect the weight to matter more off the throttle than at speed: garage movement, uneven footing and parking angle are the practical situations to think about.
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.