Honda CX series
The Honda CX series motorcycles, including the GL500 and GL650 Silver Wing variants, were developed and released by Honda in the late 1970s, with production ending in most markets by the mid 1980s. The design included innovative features and technologies that were uncommon or unused at the time such as liquid cooling, electric-only starting, low-maintenance shaft drive, modular wheels, and dual CV-type carburetors that were tuned for reduced emissions. The electronic ignition system was separate from the rest of the electrical system, but the motorcycle could only be started via the start button.
1981 Honda CX500 (B-spec with minor modifications from standard) | |
| Manufacturer | Honda |
|---|---|
| Production | 1978–1983 |
| Successor | GL500 Silverwing, ST series (influenced) |
| Engine | 497–674 cc liquid-cooled longitudinal OHV 80° V-twin, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Power | 48 hp (36 kW) CX500
82 hp (61 kW) CX500 turbo 77 hp (57 kW) CX650 100 hp (75 kW) CX650 turbo |
| Ignition type | Electric start |
| Brakes | twin discs (front); single disc (rear) |
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