Kawasaki KX 450 2025 vs. Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Kawasaki KX 450 2025

Kawasaki KX 450 2025

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

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Overview - Kawasaki KX 450 2025 vs Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Kawasaki KX 450 2025

Kawasaki KX 450 2025

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Technical Specifications Kawasaki KX 450 2025 compared to Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Kawasaki KX 450 2025
Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore96 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke62.1 mmStroke66.8 mm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio10.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
IgnitionIgnitionCDI, DigitalIgnitionDigital, Transistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement449 ccmDisplacement471 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter49 mmDiameter41 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountUni TrakShock mountPro-Link
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
TrailTrail115 mmTrail102 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter270 mmDiameter296 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial
BrandBrandBremboBrandNissin

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width80 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height100 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width120 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter19 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,180 mmLength2,080 mm
WidthWidth820 mmWidth800 mm
HeightHeight1,270 mmHeight1,060 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,480 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height960 mmSeat Height785 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)112.6 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)188 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity6.2 lFuel Tank Capacity17.1 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki KX 450 2025

Kawasaki KX 450 2025

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki KX 450 vs Honda CB500 Hornet

Price Kawasaki KX 450

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Price Honda CB500 Hornet

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