Why the Honda CR500R Still Terrifies Motocross Riders?

Honda CR500R: The Widowmaker That Ruled the 500cc Wars!
Meet the 1987 Honda CR500R, the Widowmaker of the 500cc two-stroke era. On AMA tracks, its 491-cc single, Keihin 38 mm carb, Showa fork, and Pro-Link rear turned brute torque into legend. We trace its bloodline from CR480R, compare it with KX500 and YZ490, and explain why the ’87 power hit still scares riders. No electronics. No apologies. Just power, fear, respect. Hear the kickstart crack, feel the ground shake, and tell us: would you ride it? Comment below: Team Brave or Team Sane. Share your CR500 memories.

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