The Honda NR500 motorcycle specifications include a 499.5 cc (30.48 cu in) engine, power of 100 hp (73.0 kW), and a listed weight of 130 kg (286.6 lb).
Key specifications
How the Honda NR500 compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Honda models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Honda database average.
About 84% higher than the Honda database average. Around the 84th percentile across Honda models.
About 11% lower than the Honda database average. Around the 55th percentile across Honda models.
Honda database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Honda specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
100 hp — more powerful than about 84% of Honda models with power data.
500 cc — larger displacement than about 55% of Honda models.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.769 hp/kg |
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| Power-to-weight | 769.2 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 200.2 hp/L |
Model information
| Year released | 1979 |
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Engine specifications
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
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| Displacement | 499.5 cc (30.48 cu in) |
| Power | 100 hp (73.0 kW) |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Quadruple double-choke |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Monocoque |
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| Front suspension | Telescopic fork |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Single disc |
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| Rear brakes | Single disc |
Dimensions and weight
| Dry weight | 130 kg (286.6 lb) |
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Performance
| Top speed | 281.6 km/h (175.0 mph) |
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| Power/weight ratio | 0.7692 hp/kg |
Other specifications
| Color options | Red/White |
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