Honda Cx500 Turbo
The Honda CX500 Turbo was introduced in 1982 as one of the world's first production turbocharged motorcycles, representing a landmark moment in motorcycle engineering. It featured Honda's advanced electronic fuel injection system (one of the earliest on a production bike) paired with an IHI turbocharger bolted to the existing CX500 V-twin engine. Though it was only produced for two years (1982-1983) before being replaced by the CX650 Turbo, it is celebrated as a pioneering technological achievement and a collector's icon.
82 hp
Power
75 Nm
Torque
232 kg
Weight
195 km/h
Top Speed
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, estimated real-world average)
Fuel
Faired
Body
What Buyers Should Know
Complex Turbo System
The CX500 Turbo uses a small IHI turbocharger with a sophisticated fuel injection system — one of the first production motorcycles to do so. This complexity means aging sensors, injectors, and boost hoses are common failure points that can be expensive to source and repair.
Rising Collector Value
As a rare, pioneering piece of motorcycle history (only ~13,000 units built worldwide from 1981–1982), clean examples have steadily climbed in value. Well-maintained bikes in good condition regularly fetch $5,000–$9,000+, making condition and originality critical for buyers.
Watch the Cam Chain
The underlying CX500 V-twin engine is known to develop cam chain tensioner wear over time, which can lead to noisy, rattling engines if neglected. Always listen for a ticking or slapping noise on startup before buying.
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