Honda 1981 GL500 Interstate User Manual

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Honda 1981 GL500 Interstate Specifications

General

Displacement	497 cc
Transmission	5-speed
Final Drive	Shaft
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Front Brake	Single disc
Rear Brake	Drum
Compression Ratio	10.0:1
Fuel System	2x Keihin CV carburetors
Ignition	Electronic
Rear Suspension	Dual shocks
Fuel Capacity	19 liters (5.0 US gallons)