These are the known mechanical and performance specifications for your 1980 Honda XR 500.
Basic Specs

Engine
Displacement498.00 ccm (30.39 cubic inches)
Type
DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Max RPM7000
Compression8.6:1
Bore/Stroke89.0 x 80.0 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
FuelingCarburettor. KEIHIN
IgnitionCDI
ExhaustDOUBLE EXHAUST PIPE
LubricationWET SUMP
CoolingAir
Performance
Horespower36.00 HP (26.3 kW)
Torque41.49 Nm (4.2 kgf-m or 30.6 ft.lbs)
Top Speed140.0 km/h (87.0 mph)
Fuel Economy & Polution
Fuel Consumption6.00 litres/100 km (16.7 km/l or 39.20 mpg)
Fuel Capacity10.00 litres (2.64 gallons)
Emissions139.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame TypeWELDED TUBULAR
Rake
Trail
Front SuspensionOIL DUMPED TELESCOPIC
Front Travel224 mm (8.8 inches)
Rear SuspensionPIVOTED REAR FORK
Rear Travel198 mm (7.8 inches)
Seat
Seat Height880 mm (34.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Alt. Seat Height
Total Height1,215 mm (47.8 inches)
Total Length2,210 mm (87.0 inches)
Total Width875 mm (34.4 inches)
Ground Clearance280 mm (11.0 inches)
Wheelbase1,400 mm (55.1 inches)
Dry Weight123.0 kg (271.2 pounds)
Wet Weight135.0 kg (297.6 pounds)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tire/Tyre
Rear Tire/Tyre
Front BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Front Brake Diameter1,100 mm (43.3 inches)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Diameter1,225 mm (48.2 inches)
Wheels
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