1984 Honda XR500 Specifications and Specs
Specifications and workshop reference information for the 1984 Honda XR500, 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.
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General Specifications
Engine Type Air-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, RFVC
Displacement 498 cc
Bore × Stroke 89.0 × 80.0 mm
Compression Ratio 8.3:1
Maximum Power Approx. 34 hp
Maximum Torque
Carburetor Keihin | Replacement Options
Lubrication Dry sump
Fuel Mix Ratio
Ignition CDI
Spark Plug NGK DPR8Z
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
Final Reduction Chain drive
Dimensions
Overall Length 2,200 mm
Overall Width 910 mm
Overall Height 1,220 mm
Wheelbase 1,450 mm
Ground Clearance 320 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 9.0 L
Bearing Sizes
Bearing Finder
Chassis
Frame Type Steel single cradle
Front Suspension Telescopic forks | Fork Oil Levels
Rear Suspension Pro-Link monoshock
Front Suspension Travel
Rear Suspension Travel
Brakes & Wheels
500cc Other Specs
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