Honda NX650 Domminator (1997-00)

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The Honda NX650 Dominator is a four-stroke, single-cylinder motorcycle produced from 1997 to 2000. It has a 498cc capacity engine with a bore and stroke of 92 x 75mm and a compression ratio of 8.9:1. The Dominator has a single Keihin carburetor and CDI ignition, and it can start electrically. Its maximum power and torque are not specified. The motorcycle has a five-speed transmission with a chain final drive.

On the front, the Dominator has a 41mm leading-axle fork suspension with a wheel travel of 220mm. Meanwhile, its rear suspension is a Pro-Link system with a wheel travel of 195mm. Its front brakes are a single 256mm disc with a two-piston caliper, while the rear brakes are a single 220mm disc with a one-piston caliper. The bike’s tyres are 90/90 21 at the front and 120/90 17 at the back.

The Honda Dominator weighs 167kg dry and 178kg wet, with a fuel capacity of 16 litres. Overall, the bike’s design provides an off-road appeal with its sturdy suspension systems, disc brakes and wheel sizes that allow it to handle rugged terrain with ease.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Honda NX 500 Dominator

Year: 1997-00


Engine: Four stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 4 valve
Capacity: 498 cc / 30.8 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 92 x 75 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 8.9:1
Induction: Single 40mm Keihin VE-type carb.
Ignition: CDI
Starting: Electric
Max Power:
Max Torque:
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: 41mm leading-axle fork
Front Wheel Travel: 220 mm / 8.6 in
Rear Suspension: Pro-Link

Rear Wheel Travel: 195 mm / 7.6 in
Front Brakes: Single 256mm disc 2 piston caliper
Rear Brakes: Single 220mm disc 1 piston caliper
Front Tyre: 90/90 21
Rear Tyre: 120/90 17
Dry Weight: 167 kg / 368 lbs
Wet Weight: 178.0 kg / 392.4 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 16 Litres / 4.2 US gal

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