Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 vs. Honda CL500 2023

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CL500 2023

Overview - Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 vs Honda CL500 2023

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CL500 2023

Technical Specifications Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 compared to Honda CL500 2023

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CL500 2023

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CL500 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	67 mm
Stroke	Stroke	66.8 mm	Stroke	66.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	48 HP	Engine power	47 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,600 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	43 Nm	Torque	43.4 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.7	Compression Ratio	10.7
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
Ignition	Ignition	Digital, Transistor	Ignition	Digital, Transistor
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	471 ccm	Displacement	471 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	41 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Dual Shock
Shock mount	Shock mount	Pro-Link	Shock mount	Pro-Link
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload
Material	Material	Steel	Material	Steel

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Rake	Rake	25.5 degree	Rake	27 degree
Trail	Trail	102 mm	Trail	108 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	296 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	240 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	160 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,080 mm	Length	2,175 mm
Width	Width	800 mm	Width	831 mm
Height	Height	1,060 mm	Height	1,135 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,410 mm	Wheelbase	1,485 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	785 mm	Seat Height	790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	188 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	192 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17.1 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	12 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A2
Range	Range	488 km	Range	488 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	80 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	84 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	3.5 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	3.6 l/100km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display	Equipment	LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

The Honda CB500 Hornet proves to be a mature and well-balanced naked bike that is an excellent choice in the A2 class.

Smooth but really sufficient engine power

good revvvy even at low engine speeds

precise and smooth clutch and gearstick

vibration-free riding performance

stable and pleasant chassis damping

excellent turning-in behaviour

powerful brakes with double disk front brakes

high build quality

clear and informative display

good handling and agility, user-friendly electronic Advanced Rider Assistance Systems

comfortable seating position

good balance between riding pleasure and safety.

higher weight compared to some competitors could be annoying for very light riders

suspension can be overloaded with a sporty riding style or higher rider weight

possibly less comfortable for taller riders

Honda CL500 2023

Uncomplicated scrambler with a cool look, light-footed handling and a rev-happy engine - riding fun guaranteed for everyone. The CL500 proves to be a fun companion for every day on paved and unpaved roads. With a wide range of accessories available ex works, the Scrambler can be completely customised.

attractive price

comfortable ergonomics

stylish look

agile, easy handling

Display poorly legible

little long-distance comfort