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The 1971 Honda CB500 Four and 1973 Triumph T140 Bonneville are both iconic 1970s standards that defined their respective markets.
The 1971 Honda CB500 Four from Japan was powered by a 498cc SOHC inline-4 producing 50hp at 9000rpm. Weighing 185.0kg (408 lbs) and with a seat height of 800mm, it was aimed at standard riders.
The 1973 Triumph T140 Bonneville, hailing from United Kingdom, by contrast offered 744cc of OHV twin power, delivering 49hp at 6200rpm. Tipping the scales at 185.0kg (408 lbs) with a top speed of 175km/h (109 mph), it offered a distinct riding experience. 1970s bikes from the Japanese superbike revolution are increasingly sought after. Clean, original examples have seen significant value appreciation.
The 1971 Honda CB500 Four from Japan was powered by a 498cc SOHC inline-4 producing 50hp at 9000rpm. Weighing 185.0kg (408 lbs) and with a seat height of 800mm, it was aimed at standard riders.
The 1973 Triumph T140 Bonneville, hailing from United Kingdom, by contrast offered 744cc of OHV twin power, delivering 49hp at 6200rpm. Tipping the scales at 185.0kg (408 lbs) with a top speed of 175km/h (109 mph), it offered a distinct riding experience. 1970s bikes from the Japanese superbike revolution are increasingly sought after. Clean, original examples have seen significant value appreciation.
Specifications Comparison
| 1971 Honda CB500 Four | 1973 Triumph T140 Bonneville | |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 498 cc | 744 cc |
| Power | 50 hp | 49 hp |
| Torque | 40.0 Nm | 54.0 Nm |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | 175 km/h |
| Quarter Mile | — | — |
| Dry Weight | 185.0 kg | 185.0 kg |
| Wet Weight | 200.0 kg | 198.0 kg |
| Seat Height | 800 mm | 790 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1405 mm | 1410 mm |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 L | 14.0 L |
| Gears | 5 -speed | 5 -speed |
The Verdict
For pure standard performance, the 1971 Honda CB500 Four has the edge thanks to more power (50hp vs 49hp). The 1973 Triumph T140 Bonneville, however, excels when all-round versatility and everyday riding is the priority.
About the 1971 Honda CB500 Four
The 1971 1971 Honda CB500 Four is a 498cc four-cylinder standard motorcycle that became one of Honda's most memorable motorcycles of the 1970s.
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Born in 1973, the 1973 Triumph T140 Bonneville is a 744cc twin-cylinder standard motorcycle producing 49hp from Triumph.
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