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Honda CL500 2024 vs. Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025

Honda CL500 2024

Honda CL500 2024

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025

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Overview - Honda CL500 2024 vs Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025

Honda CL500 2024

Honda CL500 2024

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025

Technical Specifications Honda CL500 2024 compared to Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025

Honda CL500 2024
Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025
Honda CL500 2024
Honda CL500 2024
Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025
Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore67 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power47 HPEngine power68 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque43.4 NmTorque65.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio10.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigital, TransistorIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel150 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountPro-LinkShock mountDeflection
TravelTravel145 mmTravel130 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake27 degreeRake65.5 degree
TrailTrail108 mmTrail100 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter200 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,175 mmLength2,055 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,485 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)192 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)187.1 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-HeadlightsEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CL500 2024

Honda CL500 2024

The Honda CL500 is an uncomplicated scrambler with a cool look, light-footed handling and a surprisingly revvy engine. It offers riding pleasure for everyone, whether on the road or on light off-road terrain. The CL500 shines on winding roads in particular with its agile, intuitive riding experience. Its versatility and accessibility make it an ideal companion for everyday use, while Honda's extensive range of accessories allows the scrambler to be customised. Even on demanding long-distance routes, such as the Balkan Rally, the CL500 has proven to be a reliable and fun partner.

Attractive price

comfortable ergonomics

stylish looks

agile, light handling

good stability

cultivated two-cylinder engine

Display difficult to read in direct sunlight

little pillion passenger comfort on long journeys

small tank requires frequent refuelling stops

suspension under-damped in poor road conditions

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Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CL500 vs Kawasaki Z650 RS

Price Honda CL500

Model year
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Price Kawasaki Z650 RS

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