Enfield Military 500 vs Honda CB 500 Sport (2004)

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

Spec comparison

SpecEnfield Military 500Honda CB 500 Sport
Model year20042000
Price
Engine499 cc499 cc
Horsepower22 hp58 hp
Torque35 Nm48 Nm
Weight177 kg
Seat height30 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity3.8 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc

Enfield Military 500 vs Honda CB 500 Sport — which should you buy?

Picking between the Enfield Military 500 and the Honda CB 500 Sport usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Enfield Military 500 brings 22 hp, while the Honda CB 500 Sport counters with 58 hp at 177 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: