About the Honda CX
Choose the CX model and fuel system before planning the repair.
Honda CX500 and CX650 restoration parts need the full model designation, particularly when a Turbo is involved. Honda identifies the CX500 Turbo as fuel injected, so a carburetor-kit application for a conventional CX500 cannot identify its fuel-system parts. Start with the model links above and confirm the engine and fuel system fitted to the motorcycle.
Identify the fuel system, then the repair assembly
For chassis work, treat the fork and rear brake as separate assemblies. The featured rear shoes serve selected CX500 variants and CX650C, while the fork oil seals include specific CX650T and CX650E applications. Identify where a leak or worn component is located before ordering: an oil seal, dust seal and brake shoe each perform a different job.
Know your model before choosing partsHonda CX repair checkpoints
Use the complete model, year and fitted assembly. Each product has its own application and package contents.
Carburetor versus Turbo
The linked carb kit lists CX500 1980–1981 and CX500C 1980–1983. It does not list CX500 Turbo or CX650 Turbo.
Rear drum-brake applications
The featured shoes list CX500 1978–1979, CX500C 1979–1982, CX500D 1979–1981 and CX650C 1983. Check the rear brake layout.
CX650 forks
The linked oil seals list CX650T 1983 and CX650E 1983–1984. A CX650C dust-seal entry elsewhere is a different part and application.
Identify your model before orderingHonda CX identification checklist
Use the identification on your machine and the component being repaired.
- Read the full CX designation, model year and engine markings.
- Confirm the fuel-system type before selecting a carburetor part.
- For chassis repairs, record the fork-seal dimensions or rear brake-shoe shape and assembly.
Contact PartsNMore with the complete model, year and clear photos of the identification and original part.