Honda's profilation of this bike |
The CB500F has a classic riding position, a 30.9-inch seat height and plenty of room for a variety of riders. It’s an excellent choice for riders ready to move up a displacement class, or for anyone who appreciates a great middleweight motorcycle. |
General information |
Model name
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Honda CB500F ABS |
Year model
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2015 |
Type
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Naked bike |
Rating
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3.3 See the detailed rating of engine performance, design and look, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorcycle. |
Engine and transmission |
Engine size
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471.0 ccm (28.74 cubic inches) |
Type of engine
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Twin, four-stroke |
Effect
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46.9 HP (34.3 kW)) @ 8500 RPM |
Torque
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43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM |
Compression
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10.7:1 |
Bore x stroke
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67.0 x 66.8 mm (2.6 x 2.6 inches) |
Valves per cylinder
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4 |
Fuel system
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Injection. PGM-FI with 34mm throttle bodies |
Fuel control
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Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
Ignition
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Computer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advance |
Cooling system
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Liquid |
Gearbox
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6-speed |
Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
Clutch
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Wet multiplate |
Driveline
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O-ring-sealed chain |
Emission details
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Meets current EPA standards. Models sold in California meet current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment. |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Rake (fork angle)
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25.5° |
Trail
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103 mm (4.1 inches) |
Front suspension
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41mm fork |
Front wheel travel
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109 mm (4.3 inches) |
Rear suspension
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Pro-Link single shock with nine-position spring preload adjustability |
Rear wheel travel
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119 mm (4.7 inches) |
Front tire
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120/70-17 |
Rear tire
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160/60-17 |
Front brakes
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Double disc. ABS. Wave disc. Two-piston calipers. |
Diameter
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320 mm (12.6 inches) |
Rear brakes
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Single disc. ABS Wave disc. Single-piston caliper. |
Diameter
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240 mm (9.4 inches) |
Physical measures and capacities |
Dry weight
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173.4 kg (382.3 pounds) |
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
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195.0 kg (430.0 pounds) |
Power/weight ratio
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0.2707 HP/kg |
Seat height
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785 mm (30.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Wheelbase
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1410 mm (55.5 inches) |
Fuel capacity
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15.70 litres (4.15 US gallons) |
Oil capacity
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3.20 litres (3.38 US quarts) |
Other specifications |
Color options
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White/Red |
Starter
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Electric |
Electrical
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12V 8.6AH battery. |
Comments
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Model id: CB500FA. |
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