2024 HONDA CB500 Hornet vs 2027 BMW F 450 R
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 HONDA CB500 Hornet 78.5 cm Lowest seat here
- 2027 BMW F 450 R 79 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 47 hp (2024 HONDA CB500 Hornet) up to 47.5 hp (2027 BMW F 450 R).
- Torque figures are very close.
- Weight spans 175 kg (2027 BMW F 450 R) to 188 kg (2024 HONDA CB500 Hornet).
- Displacement spans 450 cc (2027 BMW F 450 R) to 500 cc (2024 HONDA CB500 Hornet).
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| Specification | HONDA CB500 Hornet | BMW F 450 R |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | HONDA | BMW |
| Model | HONDA CB500 Hornet | BMW F 450 R |
| Engine size | 500cc | 450cc |
| Power | 47hp | 47.5hp |
| Torque | 43nm. | 43nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 188kg | 175kg |
| Front brake | Dual 296mm x 4mm disc with Nissin radial-mount four piston calipers | Floating single disc brake, 310 mm diameter, Brembo 4-piston fixed caliper |
| Rear brake | Single 240mm x 5mm disc with single piston caliper | Single disc brake, 240 mm diameter, floating single-piston caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 78.5cm | 79cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) | 110/70 ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | 160/60ZR17M/C (69W) | 150/60 ZR17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Showa 41mm SFF-BP USD forks, | Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 43 mm |
| Rear suspension | Prolink mono with 5 stage pre-load adjuster, Steel hollow cross swingarm | Double aluminum swing arm, adjustable spring preload and rebound damping suspension leg BMW Motorrad Connected connectivity support6.5 inch color TFT displayBluetooth connectivityUSB-C charging portFull LED lightingLED daytime running lightHeated gripsRide-by-Wire electronic throttle systemBMW Motorrad ABS ProDTC dynamic traction control systemDBC dynamic brake controlMSR engine drag torque controlRain riding modeRoad riding modeDynamic riding mode43 mm KYB upside-down front forkKYB rear mono shock absorberBrembo 4-piston front brake caliper310 mm front brake disc240 mm rear brake disc17 inch aluminum cast wheelsMulti-plate wet clutch with anti-hopping feature6-speed manual transmission790 mm standard seat775 mm low seat option810 mm Sport seat optionAdditionally in Exclusive and M Sport versions:Shift Assistant Pro bi-directional quickshifterSport SuspensionAdjustable front suspensionAdditionally in M Sport version:Riding Modes ProDynamic Pro riding modeM Motorsport design detailsM color wheel detailsOptional equipment:Easy Ride Clutch (ERC)System that largely automates clutch usageStructure that assists starting, stopping and shifting without the need for a clutch lever with Shift Assistant Pro |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 188km/h | 180km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17.7 L – 4 L/100km | 14 L – 4 L/100km |
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| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $6399 | Price not listed. |
| Brand price lists | View HONDA price list | View BMW price list |
| Extra features | -Assist/slipper clutch , 5-inch full colour TFT, Honda RoadSync -HISS (Honda Intelligent Security System), Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) |
Front Suspension : Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 43 mm
Additionally in Exclusive and M Sport versions:
Additionally in M Sport version:
Optional equipment:
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2024 HONDA CB500 Hornet vs 2027 BMW F 450 R: listed specifications
The 2024 HONDA CB500 Hornet and 2027 BMW F 450 R are closely matched in peak power and torque, while the CB500 Hornet has more displacement, and the higher listed top speed, and the F 450 R has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
CB500 Hornet has a larger listed engine displacement (500 cc vs 450 cc).
Peak power
CB500 Hornet and F 450 R have very similar peak power (47 hp vs 47.5 hp).
Torque
CB500 Hornet and F 450 R have very similar listed torque (43 Nm vs 43 Nm).
Listed top speed
CB500 Hornet has a modest listed top-speed advantage (188 km/h vs 180 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
F 450 R has a modest listed weight advantage (175 kg vs 188 kg). CB500 Hornet and F 450 R have very similar seat heights (78.5 cm vs 79 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, listed top speed and weight, while peak power, torque and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of HONDA CB500 Hornet vs BMW F 450 R?
HONDA CB500 Hornet is listed at 188 km/h (117 mph) vs 180 km/h (112 mph) for BMW F 450 R.
Which has more horsepower, HONDA CB500 Hornet or BMW F 450 R?
BMW F 450 R has 48 hp compared with 47 hp on the HONDA CB500 Hornet.
Which is lighter, HONDA CB500 Hornet or BMW F 450 R?
BMW F 450 R is lighter at 175 kg vs 188 kg for HONDA CB500 Hornet.
Which is better, HONDA CB500 Hornet or BMW F 450 R?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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