2024 HONDA CB500 Hornet vs CF MOTO 450NK
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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
- CF MOTO 450NK 79.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1 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.
- Claimed power figures are very close across these bikes.
- Torque spans 39 Nm (CF MOTO 450NK) up to 43 Nm (2024 HONDA CB500 Hornet).
- Weight spans 165 kg (CF MOTO 450NK) to 188 kg (2024 HONDA CB500 Hornet).
- Displacement spans 450 cc (CF MOTO 450NK) to 500 cc (2024 HONDA CB500 Hornet).
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| Specification | HONDA CB500 Hornet | CF MOTO 450NK |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | HONDA | CF MOTO |
| Model | HONDA CB500 Hornet | CF MOTO 450NK |
| Engine size | 500cc | 450cc |
| Power | 47hp | 47hp |
| Torque | 43nm. | 39nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 188kg | 165kg |
| Front brake | Dual 296mm x 4mm disc with Nissin radial-mount four piston calipers | 320 mm single discs，J.Juan |
| Rear brake | Single 240mm x 5mm disc with single piston caliper | 220 mm single disc，HANGTE |
| Seat height (cm) | 78.5cm | 79.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) | 110/70 R17 CST AS5 |
| Rear tyre | 160/60ZR17M/C (69W) | 150/60 R17 CST AS5 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Showa 41mm SFF-BP USD forks, | upside down telescopic fork, front shock not adjustable |
| Rear suspension | Prolink mono with 5 stage pre-load adjuster, Steel hollow cross swingarm | central shock, preload adjustable |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 188km/h | 200km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17.7 L – 4 L/100km | 14 L – 4 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $6399 | $5399 |
| Brand price lists | View HONDA price list | View CF MOTO price list |
| Extra features | -Assist/slipper clutch , 5-inch full colour TFT, Honda RoadSync -HISS (Honda Intelligent Security System), Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) |
-Traction control, riding modes, 5-inch TFT screen with navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, Slipper clutch, Bosch EFI, Continental ABS |
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2024 HONDA CB500 Hornet vs 2023 CF MOTO 450NK: listed specifications
The 2024 HONDA CB500 Hornet and 2023 CF MOTO 450NK are closely matched in peak power, while the CB500 Hornet has more displacement and torque, and the 450NK has the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
CB500 Hornet has a larger listed engine displacement (500 cc vs 450 cc).
Peak power
CB500 Hornet and 450NK have very similar peak power (47 hp vs 47 hp).
Torque
CB500 Hornet has a modest listed torque advantage (43 Nm vs 39 Nm).
Listed top speed
450NK has a modest listed top-speed advantage (200 km/h vs 188 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
450NK is notably lighter on the listed weight (165 kg vs 188 kg). CB500 Hornet and 450NK have very similar seat heights (78.5 cm vs 79.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, torque, listed top speed and weight, while peak power and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of HONDA CB500 Hornet vs CF MOTO 450NK?
CF MOTO 450NK is listed at 200 km/h (124 mph) vs 188 km/h (117 mph) for HONDA CB500 Hornet.
Which has more horsepower, HONDA CB500 Hornet or CF MOTO 450NK?
Both are rated at 47 hp in our database.
Which is lighter, HONDA CB500 Hornet or CF MOTO 450NK?
CF MOTO 450NK is lighter at 165 kg vs 188 kg for HONDA CB500 Hornet.
Which is better, HONDA CB500 Hornet or CF MOTO 450NK?
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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