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1991

NX 650 Dominator (reduced effect)

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43 /100 Commuter
Power
27 HP
Top Speed
128 km/h
Engine
644 ccm

1991 Honda NX 650 Dominator (reduced effect) Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 1991 Honda NX 650 Dominator (reduced effect) motorcycle, Honda utilizes a 644 cc (39.3 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 27 HP (19.7 kW) at 5,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 41.9 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

On the scales, the NX 650 Dominator (reduced effect) measures 178 kg (392 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.15 HP/kg (6.59 kg per horsepower). The 13-liter (3.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 128 km/h (80 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 1989 to 1992, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
41.9 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.15 HP/kg (6.59 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement 644.0 ccm (39.30 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power 27.0 HP (19.7 kW)) @ 5500 RPM
Compression 8.3:1
Bore x Stroke 100.0 x 82.0 mm (3.9 x 3.2 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel Control Overhead Cams (OHC)
Ignition CDI / Transistorized
Lubrication Wet sump forced lubrication
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 5-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Multiplate wet clutch, cable/hydraulic operated
Driveline O-ring / X-ring chain final drive
Performance
Top Speed 128.0 km/h (79.5 mph)
Chassis
Front Suspension Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension Swingarm with monoshock
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 90/90-21
Rear Tyre 130/80-17
Front Brakes Single disc
Rear Brakes Single disc
Wheels Cast aluminium alloy rims
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 178.0 kg (392.4 pounds)
Fuel Capacity 13.00 litres (3.43 US gallons)
Oil Capacity 1.70 litres (1.80 US quarts)
Other
Starter Electric
Electrical 12V 10Ah / 12Ah (YTX9-BS / YTX12-BS / YT12A-BS)
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