Honda CX 500 Turbo - 1982 Specifications and Reviews

The 1982 Honda CX 500 Turbo is an innovative sport-touring motorcycle that appeals to riders seeking unique engineering and spirited performance. Best known for its groundbreaking turbocharged V-twin engine producing 82 horsepower, this liquid-cooled machine combines practicality with early 1980s technological ambition. Its shaft drive and responsive handling make it ideal for enthusiasts who value distinctiveness over convention.

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General information

CategorySport touring
Year1982
ModelHonda CX 500 Turbo
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission typefinal driveShaft drive (cardan)
Gearbox5-speed
Cooling systemLiquid
Fuel controlOHV
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel systemTurbo
Bore x stroke78.0 x 52.0 mm (3.1 x 2.0 inches)
Compression7.2:1
Power82.00
Stroke4
Engine typeV2
Capacity:497.00 ccm (30.33 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Weight incl. oil, gas, etc263.0 kg (579.8 pounds)
 
 

Honda CX 500 Turbo dimensions and frame

Rear brakesSingle disc
Front brakesDual disc
Rear tyre dimensions120/90-17
Front tyre dimensions3.50-18

Speed and acceleration

Top speed200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)

Other specs

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Fuel capacity20.00 litres (5.28 gallons)

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

82 hp
Peak Power
4.2s
0-60 mph
124.3 mph
Top Speed

Best For

Track45%
City50%
Cornering55%
Daily Riding55%
Touring75%
Passenger65%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis machine suits an experienced rider comfortable managing turbo lag and a heavy, torque-surging powerplant unlike anything in a typical naturally aspirated bike of its era.
PurposeIt was built as a technological flagship grand tourer, blending shaft-drive touring comfort with a shot of turbocharged straight-line performance.
Rider FitAt 263 kg it demands solid physical strength and confidence at low speed and when maneuvering it off its stand or through tight spaces.
CharacterIt has a quirky, engineering-showcase personality, delivering a smooth V-twin burble that suddenly wakes up into a turbocharged surge as boost comes on.
Not Ideal ForIt is not the right choice for new riders or anyone seeking a light, playful bike for tight technical cornering or off-road use.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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