1983 Honda VT 500FT Ascot technical specifications

Technical specifications

Model: VT 500FT Ascot
Years: 1983-85
Engine: Four stroke, 52°V-twin, SOHC, 3 valves per cylinder.
Capacity: 491 cc / 29.9 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 71 x 62 mm
Cooling System: Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio: 10.5:1
Induction: 2x 32mm Keihincarburetors
Ignition: Electronic
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 50 hp / 37.2 kW @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque: 42 Nm / 31 ft lb @ 7000 rpm
Transmission: 6 Speed with overdrive top gear
Final Drive: Shaft
Front Suspension: Air assisted telescopic forks.
Rear Suspension: Pivoted fork dual adjustable shocks
Front Brakes: Single disc 2 piston calipers
Rear Brakes: Drum
Front Tyre: 100/90-18
Rear Tyre: 120/80-18
Dry Weight: 180 kg / 416.6 lbs
Wet Weight: 204.0 kg / 449.7 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 17 Litres / 4.4 US gal
Consumption Average: 41.3 mpg
Standing ¼ Mile: 13.6 sec / 94 mph
Top Speed: 196.3 km/h / 122 mph

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