Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 vs. Honda CB125R 2023

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB125R 2023

Honda CB125R 2023

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Overview - Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 vs Honda CB125R 2023

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB125R 2023

Honda CB125R 2023

Technical Specifications Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 compared to Honda CB125R 2023

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024
Honda CB125R 2023

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore67 mmBore57.3 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke48.4 mm
Engine powerEngine power48 HPEngine power15 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,600 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque43 NmTorque11.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio11.3
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigital, TransistorIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement125 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake25.5 degreeRake24.2 degree
TrailTrail102 mmTrail90.19 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter296 mmDiameter296 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial
BrandBrandNissinBrandNissin

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter220 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,080 mmLength2,015 mm
WidthWidth800 mmWidth820 mm
HeightHeight1,060 mmHeight1,055 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,345 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height816 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)188 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)130 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.1 lFuel Tank Capacity10.1 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA1
RangeRange488 kmRange459 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions80 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions50 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption3.5 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption2.2 l/100km

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 CB125R 2023

Honda CB125R 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB500 Hornet vs Honda CB125R

Price Honda CB500 Hornet

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Price Honda CB125R

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