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Honda CB 550 SC
General moped information |
| Model | Honda CB 550 SC |
| Year | 1983 |
| Category | Allround |
| Rating | 78.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes |
Engine and transmission |
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Power | 75.00 HP (54.7 kW)) @ 9500 RPM |
| Top speed | 186.7 km/h (116.0 mph) |
| 1/4 mile (0.4 km) | 12.640 seconds |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Keihin CV 26.8mm |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Fuel consumption | 4.90 litres/100 km (20.4 km/l or 48.00 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 113.7 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Exhaust system | Double chrome pipes |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
| Frame type | Conventional steel frame |
| Rake (fork angle) | 29.0° |
| Trail | 107 mm (4.2 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
Physical measures and capacities |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 206.8 kg (456.0 pounds) |
| Fuel capacity | 12.11 litres (3.20 gallons) |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 1.89 litres (0.50 gallons) |
Other specifications |
| Starter | Electric |
| Comments | This 550 Nighthawk, then, is a combination of glitter and glitz and solid function, providing a base of performance under all that style and chromed plastic. It´s proof that motorcyclists can have it both ways, not giving up power for the cruiser loo |
| Comments | This 550 Nighthawk, then, is a combination of glitter and glitz and solid function, providing a base of performance under all that style and chromed plastic. It´s proof that motorcyclists can have it both ways, not giving up power for the cruiser loo |