Enfield Classic 500 vs Honda CBF 500 (2019)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Enfield Classic 500stacks up against the Honda CBF 500. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecEnfield Classic 500Honda CBF 500
Model year20192007
Price
Engine499 cc499 cc
Horsepower27 hp56 hp
Torque41 Nm45 Nm
Weight186 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity3.6 L5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. 2-piston caliperSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Single-piston caliperSingle disc
Tires90/90-19 / 110/90-18

Enfield Classic 500 vs Honda CBF 500 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Enfield Classic 500 and the Honda CBF 500 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Enfield Classic 500 brings 27 hp, while the Honda CBF 500 counters with 56 hp at 186 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: