Honda CB500F 2013 vs. Honda NC700S 2012

Honda CB500F 2013

Honda CB500F 2013

Honda NC700S 2012

Honda NC700S 2012

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Overview - Honda CB500F 2013 vs Honda NC700S 2012

Honda CB500F 2013

Honda CB500F 2013

Honda NC700S 2012

Honda NC700S 2012

Technical Specifications Honda CB500F 2013 compared to Honda NC700S 2012

Honda CB500F 2013
Honda NC700S 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore67 mmBore73 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke80 mm
Engine powerEngine power48 HPEngine power48 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power5,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,250 rpm
TorqueTorque43 NmTorque62 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque4,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio10.7
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigital, TransistorIgnitionDigital, Transistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement670 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonThree pistons

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
LengthLength2,075 mmLength2,195 mm
WidthWidth780 mmWidth760 mm
HeightHeight1,060 mmHeight1,130 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,525 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)192 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)211 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15.7 lFuel Tank Capacity14.1 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB500F 2013

Honda CB500F 2013

However, such minor details cannot tarnish the good image of the Honda CB500F. After the first few metres, there was no question that it would be an excellent choice as an entry-level motorbike. But the fact that it can also meet higher demands is a little surprising, especially the engine pleases with its agile response and pronounced revving pleasure.

Relatively low overall weight

agile

nimble handling

acceptable chassis

good comfort

strong engine

successful seating position.

Partially shoddy workmanship

lack of gear indicator.

Honda NC700S 2012

Honda NC700S 2012

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB500F vs Honda NC700S

Price Honda CB500F

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Price Honda NC700S

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