The Honda CB500F motorcycle specifications include a 471 cc (28.74 cu in) engine, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 190 kg (418.9 lb).
Key specifications
2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023Model years
471 ccDisplacement
43.0 Nm @ 7,000 rpmTorque
190 kgWet weight
790 mmSeat height
15.7 LFuel tank
1,410 mmWheelbase
155 mmGround clearance
Model years covered
2013201420152016201720182019202120222023
Year-specific specification changes
The 2013 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
Dry weight
20222023192 kg (423.3 lb)
Frame
20212023Diamond tube
Front brakes
20142019Double disc. Wave disc. Two-piston calipers.
2021Single disc. ABS. Wave disc. Two-piston calipers.
2022Single disc. ABS. Nissin radial-mount two piston calipers.
2023Double disc. ABS. 4-piston calipers.
Front suspension
2014201941mm fork
202141mm preload adjustable fork
2022Showa 41mm SFF-BP USD forks, pre-load adjustable
2023Showa 41mm SFF-BP USD forks
Front tire
20142021120/70-17
2023120/70-R17
Fuel system
20142023Injection. PGM-FI with 34mm throttle bodies
Rear brakes
20142019Single disc. Wave disc. Single-piston caliper.
20212022Single disc. ABS. Wave disc.
2023Single disc. ABS.
Rear suspension
20142019Pro-Link single shock with nine-position spring preload adjustability
2021Pro-Link single shock
2022Prolink mono with 5 stage pre-load adjuster, steel hollow cross swingarm
2023Pro-Link® single shock with nine-position spring-preload adjustability
Rear tire
20142021160/60-17
2023160/60-17
Torque
201943.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs) @ 6,500 rpm
202141.3 Nm (4.2 kgf-m or 30.5 ft.lbs) @ 7,000 rpm
2022202343.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs) @ 6,500 rpm
Wet weight
2018188 kg (414.4 lb)
20192023189 kg (416.7 lb)
Wheelbase
20211,443 mm (56.8 inches)
Clutch
2021Wet multiplate, assist
20222023Wet multiplate, assist/slipper clutch
Engine oil capacity
202220232.70 L (2.85 US qt)
Fuel capacity
2019202117.00 L (4.49 US gal)
2022202316.70 L (4.41 US gal)
Fuel consumption
201620192.93 L/100 km (34.1 km/l or 80.28 mpg)
202120233.50 L/100 km (28.6 km/l or 67.21 mpg)
Greenhouse gases
2016201968.0 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission)
2021202381.2 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission)
Ground clearance
20212023145 mm (5.7 inches)
Oil capacity
202220232.70 L (2.85 US qt)
Overall length
201920232,080 mm (81.9 inches)
Overall width
20192021790 mm (31.1 inches)
20222023800 mm (31.5 inches)
Power/weight ratio
202220230.2445 hp/kg
Seat height
2019789 mm (31.1 inches)
Engine specifications
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 471 cc (28.74 cu in) |
| Torque | 43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs) @ 7,000 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 67.0 x 66.8 mm (2.6 x 2.6 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 10.7:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Starter | Electric |
| Oil capacity | 3.20 L (3.38 US qt) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet multiplate |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Steel, Diamond. |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | Conventional Telescopic Front Forks, 41mm |
| Rear suspension | Prolink mono with 9-stage Preload adjuster, steel square pipe swingarm |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Single disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tire | 160/60-ZR17 |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 190 kg (418.9 lb) |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 173.4 kg (382.3 lb) |
| Seat height | 790 mm (31.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,075 mm (81.7 inches) |
| Overall width | 780 mm (30.7 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,060 mm (41.7 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,410 mm (55.5 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 155 mm (6.1 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 15.70 L (4.15 US gal) |
|---|---|
| Fuel consumption | 3.70 L/100 km (27.0 km/l or 63.57 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 85.8 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission) |
Performance
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2707 hp/kg |
|---|
Electrical and instruments
| Electrical | 12V 8.6AH battery. |
|---|
Other specifications
| Color options | White |
|---|---|
| Exhaust system | 2-1 manifold with Catalyst and 02 feedback |
| Price as new | US$ 5499. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
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