Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 vs. Honda CBR500R 2020

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CBR500R 2020

Honda CBR500R 2020

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Overview - Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 vs Honda CBR500R 2020

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CBR500R 2020

Honda CBR500R 2020

Technical Specifications Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 compared to Honda CBR500R 2020

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024
Honda CBR500R 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore67 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke66.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power48 HPEngine power48 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,600 rpmRpm at Max. Power5,500 rpm
TorqueTorque43 NmTorque43 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio10.7
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigital, TransistorIgnitionDigital, Transistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement471 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 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 width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,080 mmLength2,075 mm
WidthWidth800 mmWidth740 mm
HeightHeight1,060 mmHeight1,145 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)188 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)194 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.1 lFuel Tank Capacity15.7 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA2

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 CBR500R 2020

Honda CBR500R 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB500 Hornet vs Honda CBR500R

Price Honda CB500 Hornet

Model year
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Price Honda CBR500R

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