Honda CL500
- Production years
- 2023
- Brand
- Honda
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Selected year: 2023
Technical specifications
Specifications may vary by market.
- Engine capacity
- 471 cm³
- Power
- 45 hp (33 kW)
- Wet weight
- 191 kg
- Seat height
- 790 mm
Overview
The Honda CL500 is a naked motorcycle in the CL500 family, with a 2023 production year. Its liquid-cooled, 471 cm³ parallel-twin four-stroke engine makes 45 hp (33 kW) and 43.3 Nm of torque; wet weight is 191 kg.
A 790 mm seat height keeps the seat relatively close to the ground, while the 191 kg wet weight is something to account for when maneuvering at low speed. The assisted slipper clutch can help calm the rear wheel during hard downshifts, and the rear suspension has five-step preload adjustment. Its 12 L fuel tank is paired with fuel consumption of 3.70 L/100 km.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore
- 67 mm
- Engine capacity
- 471 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 10.7
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Oil capacity
- 3.2 L
- Starting
- Electric
- Stroke
- 66.8 mm
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Fuel consumption
- 3.7 L/100 km
- Power
- 45 hp (33 kW)
- Torque
- 43.3 Nm at 600 rpm
- Clutch
- Wet multiplate, Assisted slipper clutch
- Gearbox
- 6
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Fuel capacity
- 12 L
- Ground clearance
- 155 mm
- Overall height
- 1,137 mm
- Overall length
- 2,153 mm
- Overall width
- 839 mm
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Wet weight
- 191 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,484 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Steel Diamond
- Front suspension
- Telescopic 41mm Upright forks
- Front wheel travel
- 150 mm
- Rake
- 27 °
- Rear suspension
- Twin shock with 45mm round pipe swingarm, 5-step pre-load adjustment
- Trail
- 108 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/80-19
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-17
Pros and cons
Advantages
Assisted slipper clutch
It can help keep the rear wheel settled during hard downshifts.
Adjustable rear preload
Five preload settings let the rear suspension be adjusted for different loads.
790 mm seat height
The relatively low seat can make putting a foot down at stops easier for some riders.
Things to consider
191 kg wet weight
That mass can take more effort to manage when maneuvering at low speed.
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 12 L at 3.7 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
324 km
With 10% reserve
292 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
What is the weight of Honda CL500?
The Honda CL500 weighs 191 kg (wet weight). For model year 2023.
What are the specs of Honda CL500?
The Honda CL500 has the following key specifications (specs) for model year 2023: 471 cc; 45 hp (33 kW); 43.3 Nm; 191 kg (wet weight); seat height 790 mm; fuel tank 12 L. Specification table
How much horsepower does Honda CL500 have?
The Honda CL500 makes 45 hp (33 kW), with a torque of 43.3 Nm at 600 rpm. For model year 2023.
What is the seat height of Honda CL500?
The Honda CL500 has a seat height of 790 mm. For model year 2023.
What is the fuel tank capacity of Honda CL500?
The Honda CL500 has a fuel tank capacity of 12 L. Its calculated range is approximately 324 km; actual range varies. For model year 2023.
What is the fuel consumption of Honda CL500?
The Honda CL500 has a fuel consumption of 3.7 L/100 km (63.6 mpg US; 76.3 mpg UK). For model year 2023.
Does the Honda CL500 meet the numerical A2 limits?
The Honda CL500 meets the numerical A2 limits: 33.3 kW, 0.17 kW/kg. This does not confirm licence eligibility for every version and market. For model year 2023.
