HONDA CB500F vs HONDA CBR500R
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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 CBR500R 79 cm Lowest seat here
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 figures are very close.
- Weight spans 188 kg (HONDA CB500F) to 191 kg (HONDA CBR500R).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | HONDA CB500F | HONDA CBR500R |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | HONDA | HONDA |
| Model | HONDA CB500F | HONDA CBR500R |
| Engine size | 500cc | 500cc |
| Power | 47hp | 47hp |
| Torque | 43nm. | 43nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 188kg | 191kg |
| Front brake | Dual 295mm discs with four-piston calipers; ABS | Dual 295mm discs with four-piston calipers; ABS |
| Rear brake | Single 240mm disc, ABS | Single 240mm disc, ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 79cm | 79cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70R-17 radial | 120/70R-17 |
| Rear tyre | 160/60-17 radial | 160/60-17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 41mm Showa SFF-BP fork; 4.7-inch travel | 41mm Showa SFF-BP fork; 4.3-inch travel |
| Rear suspension | Pro-Link single shock with nine-position spring-preload adjustability; 4.7-inch travel | Pro-Link single shock with nine-position spring preload adjustability; 4.7-inch travel |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Supersport |
| Top speed | 185km/h | 188km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17 L – 4 L/100km | 17 L – 4 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $6799 | $7299 |
| Brand price lists | View HONDA price list | View HONDA price list |
| Extra features | -SLIPPER ASSIST CLUTCH, LCD screen |
-SLIPPER/ASSIST CLUTCH, LCD screen |
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2023 HONDA CB500F vs 2023 HONDA CBR500R: listed specifications
The 2023 HONDA CB500F and 2023 HONDA CBR500R are closely matched on the listed specifications that can be compared.
Engine displacement
CB500F and CBR500R have very similar engine displacement (500 cc vs 500 cc).
Peak power
CB500F and CBR500R have very similar peak power (47 hp vs 47 hp).
Torque
CB500F and CBR500R have very similar listed torque (43 Nm vs 43 Nm).
Listed top speed
CB500F and CBR500R have very similar listed top speeds (185 km/h vs 188 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
CB500F and CBR500R have very similar listed weights (188 kg vs 191 kg). CB500F and CBR500R have very similar seat heights (79 cm vs 79 cm).
Conclusion
The listed specifications that can be compared remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of HONDA CB500F vs HONDA CBR500R?
HONDA CBR500R is listed at 188 km/h (117 mph) vs 185 km/h (115 mph) for HONDA CB500F.
Which has more horsepower, HONDA CB500F or HONDA CBR500R?
Both are rated at 47 hp in our database.
Which is lighter, HONDA CB500F or HONDA CBR500R?
HONDA CB500F is lighter at 188 kg vs 191 kg for HONDA CBR500R.
Which is better, HONDA CB500F or HONDA CBR500R?
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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