Honda CR 500 E vs Gilera 500 Dakota (2002)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CR 500 Estacks up against the Gilera 500 Dakota. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Honda CR 500 E | Gilera 500 Dakota |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2002 | 1988 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 491 cc | 492 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 44 hp |
| Weight | 108 kg | — |
| Seat height | 37 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 2.4 L | 5.8 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. HYDRAULIC DISC WITH DUAL-PISTON CALIPER AND SINTERED METAL PADS | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | — | Expanding brake |
| Tires | 80/100-21 / 110/100-18 | 90190-21 / 4.60-17/62 |
Honda CR 500 E vs Gilera 500 Dakota — which should you buy?
Picking between the Honda CR 500 E and the Gilera 500 Dakota usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CR 500 E brings its published horsepower in a 108 kg package, while the Gilera 500 Dakota counters with 44 hp.
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: