CB500F Features
DOHC twin-cylinder engine
The 471cc parallel-twin engine features a dual overhead cam design that’s versatile, approachable, and famously reliable. It has robust low-end torque and high-rpm horsepower.
Programmed fuel injection
The PGM-FI system adjusts fuel levels based on parameters like temperature, elevation, throttle position, and riding style to increase power and torque from 3000-7000 RPM and improve throttle response.
Compact exhaust
The exhaust system features twin outlets. It's a small detail, but it looks great, and the sound will bring a smile to your face every time you twist the throttle.
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Our Anti-Lock Braking System is standard, providing confident stopping power and added assurance in challenging conditions, such as wet roads or loose gravel.
Showa® SFF-BP fork
A top-notch 41mm inverted Showa® Separate Function Fork—Big Piston (SFF-BP) front end provides the rigidity needed for precise steering and feedback.
Pro-Link® rear suspension
Our Pro-Link® rear suspension features tailored shock settings and 4.7 inches of travel, enhancing ride comfort and handling.
Steel-tube frame
The 35mm steel-tube mainframe seamlessly links to the engine through four mounts, providing a rock-solid foundation that ensures a smooth ride and quick handling.
Cast wheels
Solid and stylish, the lightweight, multi-spoke, cast aluminum wheels are designed to improve handling by lessening rotating inertia and are sized to fit a wide variety of sticky street tires.
Lightweight swingarm
The swingarm, utilized across the entire Honda 500 lineup, is nearly two pounds lighter and stronger than the previous version. This is one reason for the exceptional handling.
Slipper clutch
The slipper clutch improves power delivery, reduces clutch-lever pull effort by 45 percent, and helps prevent rear-wheel hop during hard deceleration.
Smooth transmission
Our engineers profiled the shift dogs in the transmission to help you get smooth shifts every time. You’ll never see these parts, but you’ll feel their effects.
Naked sportbike styling
Embracing the 'less is more' philosophy, the sleek, angular design seamlessly merges modern aesthetics with exceptional value to create an all-around package that packs a lot for a little.
Step-up seat
The seat is dual-level and low-height, designed to accommodate inseams of all sizes. Perfect for around town or carving the canyons, it also offers room for a passenger and is ergonomically shaped to fit a wide range of riders.
Passenger handholds
Sturdy passenger handholds offer security for your passengers or can be used as tie-down points for cargo items.
Genuine Honda accessories
LED headlight
The dual-lens LED headlight gives the front end a modern, cutting-edge look while still projecting plenty of light on the road for visibility.
Digital instruments
An easy-to-read digital LCD gauge cluster includes a speedometer, tachometer, odometer, multiple trip meters, and more.
