1982 Honda XL500 Specifications and Specs
Specifications and workshop reference information for the 1982 Honda XL500, including engine, chassis, service data and setup details.
Note: Specs are compiled from factory data, manuals and owner feedback. Bikes vary — if yours is different, jump into the forum and share it.
General Specifications
| Engine Type | Air-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, SOHC, 4-valve |
| Displacement | 497 cc |
| Bore x Stroke | 89.0 mm x 80.0 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 |
| Maximum Power | 32 hp @ 6500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Approx. 38 Nm @ 5000 rpm |
| Carburetor | Keihin 32 mm | Replacement Options |
| Lubrication | Dry sump |
| Fuel Mix Ratio | N/A (4-stroke) |
| Ignition | CDI |
| Spark Plug | NGK D8EA |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.6 - 0.7 mm |
| Valve Clearance (Intake) | 0.05 mm |
| Valve Clearance (Exhaust) | 0.10 mm |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual |
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate |
| Primary Reduction | 2.869 |
| Final Reduction | 2.733 (15/41) |
| Overall Reduction | N/A |
Dimensions
| Overall Length | 2200 mm |
| Overall Width | 870 mm |
| Overall Height | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1420 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 9 - 10 L |
| Bearing Sizes |
Bearing Finder |
Chassis
| Frame Type | Steel single cradle |
| Caster Angle | 28.5 deg |
| Trail | Approx. 110 mm |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic fork (leading axle) | Fork Oil Levels |
| Rear Suspension | Pro-Link monoshock |
| Front Suspension Travel | Approx. 230 mm |
| Rear Suspension Travel | Approx. 200 mm |
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