Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 vs. Honda CB125F 2023

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB125F 2023

Honda CB125F 2023

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Overview - Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 vs Honda CB125F 2023

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB125F 2023

Honda CB125F 2023

Technical Specifications Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 compared to Honda CB125F 2023

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024
Honda CB125F 2023

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore67 mmBore50 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke63.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power48 HPEngine power10.6 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,600 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque43 NmTorque10.9 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio10
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigital, TransistorIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement124 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter31 mm

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake25.5 degreeRake26 degree
TrailTrail102 mmTrail92.4 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter296 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDrum
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter130 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width80 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height100 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width90 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height90 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,080 mmLength2,015 mm
WidthWidth800 mmWidth750 mm
HeightHeight1,060 mmHeight1,100 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,280 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height790 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.1 lFuel Tank Capacity11 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA1

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

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 CB125F 2023

Honda CB125F 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB500 Hornet vs Honda CB125F

Price Honda CB500 Hornet

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Price Honda CB125F

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