Sport · 2022
CB500X
MotoLibrary Score
42
/100
Commuter
Power/Weight
0.24 hp/kg
Torque
43 Nm
Engine
471 ccm
Engine
Displacement
471.0 ccm (28.74 cubic inches)
Engine Type
Twin, four-stroke
Power
46.9 HP (34.3 kW)) @ 8600 RPM
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
Driveline
520 O-ring-sealed chain; 15T/41T
Performance
Fuel Consumption
3.60 litres/100 km (27.8 km/l or 65.34 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases
83.5 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission Details
Euro 5. Meets current EPA standards. Models sold in California meet current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment.
Chassis
Frame Type
Diamond, steel.
Rake
27.5°
Trail
108 mm (4.3 inches)
Front Suspension
Showa 41mm SFF-BP USD forks, pre-load adjustable
Front Travel
150 mm (5.9 inches)
Rear Suspension
Prolink mono with 5 stage preload adjuster, steel hollow cross swingarm
Rear Travel
135 mm (5.3 inches)
Wheelbase
1445 mm (56.9 inches)
Ground Clearance
180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre
110/80-19
Rear Tyre
160/60-17
Front Brakes
Double disc. ABS. Wave disc. Two-piston calipers.
Front Brake Ø
296 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear Brakes
Single disc. ABS. Wave disc.
Rear Brake Ø
240 mm (9.4 inches)
Wheels
Multi-spoke cast aluminium
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.
199.0 kg (438.7 pounds)
Seat Height
830 mm (32.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height
1358 mm (53.5 inches)
Overall Length
2155 mm (84.8 inches)
Overall Width
826 mm (32.5 inches)
Fuel Capacity
17.50 litres (4.62 US gallons)
Oil Capacity
3.20 litres (3.38 US quarts)
Other
Starter
Electric
Color Options
Grand Prix Red, Matt Gunpowder Black Metallic, Pearl Organic Green
Instruments
LCD Meter with Speedometer, Bar Graph Tachometer, Dual Trip Meters, Fuel Level and Consumption Gauge, Clock, Water Temp, Gear position, Shift UP Indicator
Light
LED lights
Warranty
One year. Transferable. Unlimited-mileage.
Notes
Model ID: CB500XA. Windscreen. Honda Intelligent Security System.
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Suspension
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Transmission
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Rider Profile
Who Is This Bike For?
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Beginner
A2 license compatible, manageable power.
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Best For
Sport & Track
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Seat Height
83 cm / 32.7 in
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Handling
Medium weight — some experience needed
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