Honda CB 500F
- Production years
- 2013–2026
- Brand
- Honda
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HONDA CB500F (2012-2013)
Selected year: 2026
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 471 cm³
- Power
- 47 hp (35 kW) at 8,600 rpm
- Wet weight
- 192 kg
- Seat height
- 790 mm
Overview
The Honda CB 500F is a naked motorcycle in production from 2013 through 2026. For 2026, its liquid-cooled 471.0 cm³ parallel-twin four-stroke makes 47 hp (35 kW) and 43.0 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm; wet weight is 192 kg.
The 790 mm seat height gives a clear reference for rider fit, while the 192 kg wet weight is something to account for when maneuvering at low speed. Fuel consumption is 3.50 L/100 km, and the 17-liter tank gives a calculated full-tank range of about 486 km. ABS works at both ends, and the assist/slipper clutch helps calm the rear wheel during hard downshifts; the rear shock’s nine-position preload adjustment allows its spring setting to be changed for different loads.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Bore x stroke
- 67.0 x 66.8 mm
- Engine capacity
- 471 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 10.7:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Ignition
- Computer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advance
- Oil capacity
- 2.7 L
- Spark plugs
- NGK CPR8EA-9
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Co2 emissions
- 76 g/km CO₂
- Epa co emissions
- 0.7 CO g/km
- Epa est fuel consumption
- 3.24 L/100 km
- Fuel consumption
- 3.5 L/100 km
- Power
- 47 hp (35 kW) at 8,600 rpm
- Power weight ratio
- 0.2481 HP/kg (dry)
- Torque
- 43 Nm at 6,500 rpm
- Chain size
- 520
- Clutch
- Wet multiplate, assist/slipper clutch
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- Manual 6-speed
- Sprockets
- 15/41 (front/rear)
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Dry weight
- 189 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17 L
- Fuel tank material
- Metal
- Ground clearance
- 145 mm
- Overall height
- 1,060 mm
- Overall length
- 2,080 mm
- Overall width
- 800 mm
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Wet weight
- 192 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,410 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Fork tube size
- 41 mm
- Frame
- Diamond tube
- Front suspension
- Showa 41mm SFF-BP USD forks
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rake
- 25.5°
- Rear suspension
- Pro-Link® single shock with nine-position spring-preload adjustability
- Rear wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Trail
- 102 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Abs
- Yes
- Brake fluid
- DOT 4
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS. 4-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 295 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-R17
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Rear tyre
- 160/60-17
- Tire pressure front
- 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa)
- Tire pressure rear
- 42 PSI (2.9 Bar or 290 kPa)
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Colours
- Matte Black Metallic
Model years
2018
Wet weight: 190 kg → 188 kg
2019
Wet weight: 188 kg → 189 kg; Seat height: 790 mm → 789 mm; Fuel capacity: 15.7 L → 17 L
2021
Power: 47 hp (35 kW) → 46 hp (35 kW); Torque: 43 Nm → 41.3 Nm; Seat height: 789 mm → 790 mm; Fuel consumption: 2.9 L/100 km → 3.5 L/100 km
2022
Power: 46 hp (35 kW) → 47 hp (35 kW); Torque: 41.3 Nm → 43 Nm; Wet weight: 189 kg → 192 kg; Fuel capacity: 17 L → 16.7 L
2025
Fuel capacity: 16.7 L → 17 L
| Specification | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 471 cm³ | 471 cm³ | 471 cm³ | 471 cm³ | 471 cm³ | 471 cm³ |
| Power | 46 hp (35 kW) | 47 hp (35 kW) | 47 hp (35 kW) | 47 hp (35 kW) | 47 hp (35 kW) | 47 hp (35 kW) |
| Torque | 41.3 Nm | 43 Nm | 43 Nm | 43 Nm | 43 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Wet weight | 189 kg | 192 kg | 192 kg | 192 kg | 192 kg | 192 kg |
| Seat height | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 16.7 L | 16.7 L | 16.7 L | 17 L | 17 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
ABS at both ends
ABS on the front and rear brakes can help prevent wheel lockup during hard braking.
Assist/slipper clutch
The slipper function helps keep the rear wheel calmer during aggressive downshifts.
Long calculated range
The 17-liter tank and calculated range of about 486 km allow for fewer fuel stops over a given distance.
Things to consider
Chain final drive
The chain needs periodic cleaning, lubrication, and adjustment.
Weight at low speed
At 192 kg wet, the bike takes effort to maneuver when moving it by hand or at very low speeds.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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Estimated from your height: 79 cm
How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Both feet likely flat
You should have a stable stance at a stop, although seat width and suspension setup still matter.
Seat height
790 mm
Approx. loaded height
760 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 17 L at 3.5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
486 km
With 10% reserve
437 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
How much power does the 2026 Honda CB 500F make?
It makes 47 hp (35 kW), with 43.0 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm.
What is the seat height of the Honda CB 500F?
The seat height is 790 mm.
How far can the Honda CB 500F travel on a full tank?
Its calculated range on a full 17-liter tank is about 486 km.
Does the Honda CB 500F have ABS?
Yes, ABS is fitted to both the front and rear brakes.
