HONDA CB500F vs HONDA CB750 Hornet
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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.
- HONDA CB500F 79 cm Lowest seat here
- HONDA CB750 Hornet 79.5 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 (HONDA CB500F) up to 92 hp (HONDA CB750 Hornet).
- Torque spans 43 Nm (HONDA CB500F) up to 75 Nm (HONDA CB750 Hornet).
- Weight spans 188 kg (HONDA CB500F) to 190 kg (HONDA CB750 Hornet).
- Displacement spans 500 cc (HONDA CB500F) to 750 cc (HONDA CB750 Hornet).
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| Specification | HONDA CB500F | HONDA CB750 Hornet |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | HONDA | HONDA |
| Model | HONDA CB500F | HONDA CB750 Hornet |
| Engine size | 500cc | 750cc |
| Power | 47hp | 92hp |
| Torque | 43nm. | 75nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 188kg | 190kg |
| Front brake | Dual 295mm discs with four-piston calipers; ABS | Dual 296mm x 4mm disc with Nissin radial mount 4 piston calipers |
| Rear brake | Single 240mm disc, ABS | Single 240mm x 5mm disc with single piston caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 79cm | 79.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70R-17 radial | 120/70ZR-17 |
| Rear tyre | 160/60-17 radial | 160/60ZR-17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 41mm Showa SFF-BP fork; 4.7-inch travel | Showa 41mm SFF-BPTMTM USD, 130mm travel |
| Rear suspension | Pro-Link single shock with nine-position spring-preload adjustability; 4.7-inch travel | Monoshock damper, Pro-Link swingarm, 150mm travel |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 185km/h | 220km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17 L – 4 L/100km | 15.2 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $6799 | $8299 |
| Brand price lists | View HONDA price list | View HONDA price list |
| Extra features | -SLIPPER ASSIST CLUTCH, LCD screen |
-Assisted slipper clutch, 5 inch TFT screen, Type C USB -ESS, Three default rider modes; RAIN, STANDARD and SPORT -Three levels of Engine Power, Engine Brake and HSTC with integrated Wheelie Control -USER customisation option between the three levels. Emergency Stop System (ESS) |
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2023 HONDA CB500F vs 2023 HONDA CB750 Hornet: listed specifications
The 2023 HONDA CB500F and 2023 HONDA CB750 Hornet are closely matched in weight, while the CB750 Hornet has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
CB750 Hornet has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (750 cc vs 500 cc).
Peak power
CB750 Hornet has a clear listed power advantage (92 hp vs 47 hp).
Torque
CB750 Hornet has a clear listed torque advantage (75 Nm vs 43 Nm).
Listed top speed
CB750 Hornet has a clear listed top-speed advantage (220 km/h vs 185 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
CB500F and CB750 Hornet have very similar listed weights (188 kg vs 190 kg). CB500F and CB750 Hornet have very similar seat heights (79 cm vs 79.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque and listed top speed, while weight and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of HONDA CB500F vs HONDA CB750 Hornet?
HONDA CB750 Hornet is listed at 220 km/h (137 mph) vs 185 km/h (115 mph) for HONDA CB500F.
Which has more horsepower, HONDA CB500F or HONDA CB750 Hornet?
HONDA CB750 Hornet has 92 hp compared with 47 hp on the HONDA CB500F.
Which is lighter, HONDA CB500F or HONDA CB750 Hornet?
HONDA CB500F is lighter at 188 kg vs 190 kg for HONDA CB750 Hornet.
Which is better, HONDA CB500F or HONDA CB750 Hornet?
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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