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2008 Honda Silver Wing™ Base

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Identification
Model Type  Touring Scooter
BASE MSRP(US)  $8,099.00
Dealers Honda Dealers
Warranty  12
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Engine:  
Engine Type  Parallel Twin
Cylinders  2
Engine Stroke  4-Stroke
Horsepower (bhp/kW)  50 / 37.3
Horsepower RPM  7500
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)  37 / 50.2
Torque RPM  6000
Cooling  Liquid
Valves  8
Valves Per Cylinder  4
Valve Configuration  DOHC
Bore (mm/in)  72 / 2.84
Stroke (mm/in)  71.5 / 2.82
Displacement (cc/ci)  582 / 35.5
Compression Ratio  10.2:1
Starter  Electric
Emissions Standards  Meets CARB 2008 Emissions
Ram Air Induction  No
Fuel Type  Gas
Fuel Injector  Yes
Carburetor  No
Carburetion Type  Fuel Injected
Transmission:  
Transmission Type  Continuously Variable (CVT)
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)  Belt
Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission)  Belt
Reverse  No
Transmission Brand  V-Matic™
Wheels & Tires:  
Wheels Composition  Aluminum
Front Tire Width  120
Front Tire Aspect Ratio  80
Front Wheel Diameter  14
Rear Tire Width  150
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio  70
Rear Wheel Diameter  13
Front Tire (Full Spec)  120/80 R14
Rear Tire (Full Spec)  150/70 R13
Brakes:  
Front Brake Type  Hydraulic Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)  10.9 / 276
Front Caliper Pistons  3
Rear Brake Type  Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)  9.5 / 240
Rear Caliper Pistons  2
Linked Brake System Front to Rear  Standard
Suspension:  
Front Suspension Type  Telescopic Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)  1.6 / 41
Front Travel (in/mm)  4.7 / 119.4
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load  No
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping  No
Front Central Suspension Strut  No
Steering Damper  No
Rear Suspension Type  Single Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)  4.5 / 114.3
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load  Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping  No
Number Rear Shock Absorbers  2
Air Adjustable  No
Steering:  
Steering Control  Handlebar
Technical Specifications:  
Wheelbase (in/mm)  62.8 / 1595.1
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)  540 / 244.9
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)  4.2 / 15.9
Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l)  0.9 / 3.4
Storage Capacity (cuft/gal/l)  2.2 / 14.2 / 62.5
Performance  Standard
Seats:  
Seat Type  One-Piece
Adjustable  No
Seat Material  Vinyl
Seat Location  Driver and Passenger
Folding  No
Seat Height (in/mm)  29.7 / 754.4
Number Of Seats  2
Backrest Logo Plate  No
Backrest Type  Fixed
Backrest Location  Driver and Passenger
Lumbar Adjustment  No
Grab Rail or Strap  Standard
Exterior:  
Frame  Steel
Body Material  Plastic
Floor Board Location  Driver
Hand Grip Material  Rubber
Foot Peg Material  Aluminum
Foot Peg Location  Passenger
Adjustable  Yes
Chain Guard  No
Drive Shaft Guard  No
Fork Guards  No
Saddle Bag Guard  No
Hand Guards  No
Brush Guard  No
Light Guard  No
Front Fender Material  Plastic
Rear Fender Material  Plastic
Top Crown  Standard
Stand Type  Center
Lower Fairing  Standard
Spoiler  Standard
Handlebars  Standard
Upper Fairing  Standard
License Plate  Standard
Instrumentation:  
Digital Instrumentation  Standard
Clock  Standard
Tachometer  Standard
Trip Odometer  Standard
Speedometer  Standard
Temperature Warning Type  Gauge
Fuel Level Warning Type  Gauge
Pricing:  
Warranty (Condition)  Limited
Zero Price Schema  0
NADA Value Average  5205
NADA Value Low  4670
NADA Value High  6130
Identification:  
Generic Type (Primary)  Touring Scooter
Manufacturer Country  Japan
Introduction Year  1981
MIC Model Segment  SCOOTER
NADATrimID  28491
CRS -> NADA Map  6200022688
Audio & Communication:  
Satellite  No
Mounts:  
Windshield Mounts  Standard
Paint & Finish:  
Paint  Standard
Glass:  
Folding  Yes
Windshield Lowers  No
Height Adjustable  No
Height  High
Storage:  
Underseat Storage Capacity (gal/l)  12.5 / 55
Lockable Storage  Standard
Helmet Storage  Standard
Glove Box / Dash Storage Capacity (gal/l)  1.7 / 7.5
Lights:  
Headlight Mounts  Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)  Standard
Convenience:  
Power Outlet  Standard
Handlebar Lock  Standard

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Nice, but not close to the Burgman 650
By Tom Rash(Enthusiast), Sep. 22, 2008
The fellow who said this scooter is the best is in a dream world. It doesn't come close to the Burgman 650. I have owned both, so I speak from experience. I owned the first Silver Wing in 2002 before the Burmgan was out. When the Burgman 650 came out I bought one and kept the Silver Wing. It di... Read Full Review

 

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Best of the Best
By Doug(Owner), Sep. 7, 2008
Test drove all maxi scooters, Yamaha, Suzuki and Honda. The Silver Wing was the most comfortable of them all by far.

And the motor has more the enough power even with two riders. Cruising at 75 can still easy tap more power for passing. And lets not forget it's made by Honda and will probably last ... Read Full Review

 

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Unsafe at Any Speed
By Chuck(Owner), Sep. 16, 2008
I boought the Honda Silver Wing to replace my 05 Harley Heritage Softail Deluxe due to arthritis in my hips. While the Wing is a nimble around town scooter, it is quite jittery on the highway. Also, I compared mine to one owned by a friend that is a couple of years old and the finish on his is sup... Read Full Review

 

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Honda Hit A Home Run With The Silverwing
By Jim(Owner), Mar. 26, 2009
I was one of the first Americans to own a Silverwing FSC 600, purchasing mine back in 2002. The bike has been terrific to own and operate; the only problems being three recalls - one for a defective rear wheel, the second for defective handlebar shims, and the third for a defective bolt in the kick... Read Full Review

 

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WoW!!!
Jan. 13, 2009
Great Scooter! Very Smooth and comtable.
The power this Scooter has in incredibile. Riding for 30+ years hands
down most comfort and fun! Read Full Review

 

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