Honda CB500F
Key specifications
Overview
Introducing the 2016 Honda CB500F, a striking entry in the naked bike category that masterfully blends style, performance, and practicality. With its agile design and rider-friendly ergonomics, the CB500F targets both new riders looking to build confidence and seasoned enthusiasts seeking a versatile urban commuter. It boasts a sleek, minimalist aesthetic that highlights its muscular frame and aggressive stance, making it an attractive option for those who appreciate both form and function in their motorcycles. At the heart of the CB500F lies a robust 471cc liquid-cooled, four-stroke twin engine that churns out an impressive 46.94 horsepower at 8,500 RPM and delivers a torque of 43 Nm at 7,000 RPM. This power is coupled with a smooth 6-speed gearbox that allows for seamless gear changes, ensuring an exhilarating ride whether you’re cruising through city streets or tackling twisty backroads. With a compression ratio of 10.7:1 and a fuel consumption of just 2.93 liters per 100 km (80.28 mpg), the CB500F not only performs exceptionally but also offers outstanding fuel efficiency, making it a practical choice for daily commuting. The 2016 Honda CB500F is equipped with a steel diamond frame that provides both strength and stability, while its 41mm front fork and
Pros
- Great Fuel Efficiency: The bike's impressive fuel consumption of 80.28 mpg makes it an economical choice for commuting and long rides.
- User-Friendly Handling: Lightweight and agile, the CB500F is easy to maneuver, making it ideal for both beginners and experienced riders.
- Comfortable Ergonomics: With a low seat height and well-placed handlebars, the bike offers a comfortable riding posture for various body types.
Cons
- Limited Power for Highway Cruising: While perfectly adequate for city riding, some experienced riders may find the engine lacks the punch needed for fast highway speeds.
- Basic Features: The bike’s technology and features might be considered minimal compared to higher-end models, lacking advanced electronics or rider aids.
- Wind Protection: The naked bike design offers little aerodynamic protection, which may lead to discomfort at higher speeds on open roads.
Technical details
Source specification data
- Make
- Honda
- Model
- CB500F
- Category
- Naked bike
- Starter
- Electric
- Comments
- Model ID: CB500F
- Electrical
- 12V 8.6AH battery.
- Color Options
- Matte Black Metallic/Silver
- Power
- 46.94 HP (34.3 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
- Clutch
- Wet multiplate
- Torque
- 43.00 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Ignition
- Computer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advance
- Driveline
- O-ring-sealed chain
- Fuel System
- Injection
- .
- M
- -
- I
- with 34mm throttle bodies
- Bore X Stroke
- 67.0 x 66.8 mm (2.6 x 2.6 inches)
- Compression
- 10.7:1
- Displacement
- 471.00 ccm (28.74 cubic inches)
- Cooling System
- Liquid
- Engine Details
- Twin, four-stroke
- Emission Details
- Meets
- current
- A
- standards.
- Models
- sold in
- California
- meet current
- B
- standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment.
- Fuel Consumption
- 2.93 litres/100 km (34.1 km/l or 80.28 mpg)
- Greenhouse Gases
- O2
- g/km. (
- O2
- -
- Carbon
- dioxide emission)
- Valves Per Cylinder
- 4
- Transmission Type Final Drive
- Chain
- Dry Weight
- 173.4 kg (382.3 pounds)
- Seat Height
- 790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
- Oil Capacity
- 3.20 litres (0.21 quarts)
- Fuel Capacity
- 15.70 litres (4.15 gallons)
- Overall Width
- 780 mm (30.7 inches)
- Overall Height
- 1,060 mm (41.7 inches)
- Overall Length
- 2,075 mm (81.7 inches)
- Ground Clearance
- 155 mm (6.1 inches)
- Power Weight Ratio
- 0.2707 HP/kg
- Weight Incl Oil Gas Etc
- 190.0 kg (418.9 pounds)
- Rake
- 25.5°
- Trail
- 103 mm (4.1 inches)
- Wheels
- Multi-spoke cast aluminium
- Rear Tyre
- 160/60-17
- Frame Type
- Steel, Diamond
- Front Tyre
- 120/70-17
- Rear Brakes
- Single
- disc.
- Wave
- disc.
- Single
- -piston caliper.
- Front Brakes
- Double
- disc.
- Wave
- disc.
- Two
- -piston calipers.
- Rear Suspension
- Pro
- -
- Link
- single shock with nine-position spring preload adjustability
- Front Suspension
- 41mm fork
- Rear Wheel Travel
- 119 mm (4.7 inches)
- Front Wheel Travel
- 109 mm (4.3 inches)
- Rear Brakes Diameter
- 240 mm (9.4 inches)
- Front Brakes Diameter
- 320 mm (12.6 inches)