Naked bike · 2022
Honda CB500F
US$ 6899. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
MotoLibrary Score
43
/100
Commuter
Torque
43 Nm
Engine
471 ccm
Engine
Displacement
471.0 ccm (28.74 cubic inches)
Engine Type
Twin, four-stroke
Torque
43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Compression
10.7:1
Bore x Stroke
67.0 x 66.8 mm (2.6 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder
4
Fuel System
Injection. PGM-FI with 34mm throttle bodies
Fuel Control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition
Computer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advance
Cooling
Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Final Drive
Chain (final drive)
Clutch
Wet multiplate, assist/slipper clutch
Performance
Fuel Consumption
3.50 litres/100 km (28.6 km/l or 67.21 mpg)
Chassis
Frame Type
Diamond tube
Trail
102 mm (4.0 inches)
Front Suspension
Showa 41mm SFF-BP USD forks, pre-load adjustable
Front Travel
120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear Suspension
Prolink mono with 5 stage pre-load adjuster, steel hollow cross swingarm
Rear Travel
135 mm (5.3 inches)
Wheelbase
1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Ground Clearance
145 mm (5.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre
120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre
160/60-ZR17
Front Brakes
Single disc. ABS. Nissin radial-mount two piston calipers.
Rear Brakes
Single disc. ABS. Wave disc.
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight
192.0 kg (423.3 pounds)
Seat Height
790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height
1060 mm (41.7 inches)
Overall Length
2080 mm (81.9 inches)
Overall Width
800 mm (31.5 inches)
Fuel Capacity
16.70 litres (4.41 US gallons)
Other
Starter
Electric
Color Options
Grand Prix Red, Matt Axis Grey Metallic,
Pearl Smokey Gray, Pearl Dusk Yellow
Notes
Security system. Noise Level L-urban: 74dB L-wot: 76.4dB.
Buying Checklist
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
Brake setup is worth comparing if you ride in traffic, mountains or with a passenger.
Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
Rider Profile
Who Is This Bike For?
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Best For
City & Weekend Rides
📏
Seat Height
79 cm / 31.1 in
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Handling
Medium weight — some experience needed
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