| MODEL | HONDA NX 500 DOMINATOR 1991 - 1993 |
| Year | 1991 - 1993 |
| Engine Type | Four stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 4 radial valves (RFVC) |
| Displacement / Capacity | 498 cc / 30.4 cu in |
| Bore X Stroke | 92 x 75 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 |
| Cooling System | Air cooled |
| Max Power | — |
| Max Torque | — |
| Ignition | CDI |
| Induction | Single 40 mm Keihin VE-type CV carburettor |
| Start System | Electric & kick |
| TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
| Lubrication | — |
| Gear Box | 5 Speed |
| Clutch | — |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| CHASSIS SPECS | |
| Frame | — |
| Front Suspension | 41 mm leading-axle forks, 220 mm / 8.7 in wheel travel |
| Rear Suspension | Pro-Link, 195 mm / 7.7 in wheel travel |
| Front Brakes | Single 256 mm disc, 2-piston caliper |
| Rear Brakes | Single 220 mm disc, 1-piston caliper |
| DIMENSION SPECS | |
| Overall Length | — |
| Overall Width | — |
| Overall Height | — |
| Seat Height | — |
| Wheelbase | — |
| Ground Clearance | — |
| Dry Weight | 167 kg / 368 lbs |
| Wet Weight | 178 kg / 392 lbs |
| WHEEL SPECS | |
| Front Tyre | 90/90-21 |
| Rear Tyre | 120/90-17 |
| FUEL SYSTEM | |
| Fuel Capacity | 16 Litres / 4.2 US gal |
| Fuel Consumption | — |
| Top Speed | — |
The early-1990s NX 500 continued the 650-based Dominator formula with the 498 cc RFVC single, five-speed gearbox and Pro-Link rear end. It offered the Dominator look and comfort with a slightly lighter, less powerful engine, mainly for European buyers.
