HONDA CBR500R vs 2027 BMW F 450 RR
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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 CBR500R 79 cm Lowest seat here
- 2027 BMW F 450 RR 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.
- Power spans 47 hp (HONDA CBR500R) up to 47.5 hp (2027 BMW F 450 RR).
- Torque figures are very close.
- Weight spans 175 kg (2027 BMW F 450 RR) to 191 kg (HONDA CBR500R).
- Displacement spans 450 cc (2027 BMW F 450 RR) to 500 cc (HONDA CBR500R).
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| Specification | HONDA CBR500R | BMW F 450 RR |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | HONDA | BMW |
| Model | HONDA CBR500R | BMW F 450 RR |
| Engine size | 500cc | 450cc |
| Power | 47hp | 47.5hp |
| Torque | 43nm. | 43nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 191kg | 175kg |
| Front brake | Dual 295mm discs with four-piston calipers; ABS | Floating single disc brake, 310 mm diameter, Brembo 4-piston fixed caliper |
| Rear brake | Single 240mm disc, ABS | Single disc brake, 240 mm diameter, floating single-piston caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 79cm | 79cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70R-17 | 110/70 ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | 160/60-17 | 150/60 ZR17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 41mm Showa SFF-BP fork; 4.3-inch travel | Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 43 mm |
| Rear suspension | Pro-Link single shock with nine-position spring preload adjustability; 4.7-inch travel | Double aluminum swingarm, adjustable spring preload and rebound damping suspension unitStandard equipment:6.5-inch color TFT displayBMW Motorrad ConnectivityBluetooth connectionBMW Motorrad Connected supportUSB-C charging portMulti-ControllerFull LED front headlightLED rear brake lightLED indicatorsComfort signal functionHeated gripsRide-by-Wire electronic throttle system6-speed manual transmissionAnti-hopping clutchBMW Motorrad ABS ProDynamic Traction Control – DTCDynamic Brake Control – DBCMotor Slip Regulation – MSRSwitchable DTCRain riding modeRoad riding modeRace riding modeAdjustable brake leverAdjustable clutch leverAdjustable rear brake pedalAdjustable gear shift pedalTrip computerKeyless locking system43 mm USD KYB front suspensionRear KYB mono shock absorberBrembo front brake systemByBre rear brakeStainless steel underbelly exhaustDual catalytic converterForged aluminum foot controlsForged aluminum side standRemovable/independent passenger footpeg mountsGear mechanism switchable to reverse gear layoutTwo-piece seatAerodynamic wingletsBMW also states that the TFT screen has a Pure Ride Screen interface specially designed for supersport use. BMW Group PressClubBMW F 450 RR M Sport EquipmentIn the M Sport version, in addition to these:Shift Assistant ProTwo-way quickshifterSport SuspensionCompression adjustment on front suspensionRebound adjustment on front suspensionPreload adjustment on rear shock absorberRebound adjustment on rear shock absorberRiding Modes ProRace Pro riding modeAdjustable electronic riding aidsSport TFT displaysDTC intervention indicatorBrake force indicatorLean angle indicatorLap TimerSnaefell White / M Motorsport color schemeWhite chassisM Motorsport wheel graphicsM Sport + Riding Modes Pro adds three extra Sport screens to the TFT, displaying track data such as DTC, brake force, lean angle, and lap time. BMW Group PressClubOptional EquipmentEasy Ride Clutch – ERCHigh Sport seatLow seatHigh transparent Sport windshieldM brake/clutch lever guardsFront and rear axle protectorsRadiator guardEngine protectionBMW Motorrad luggage bagsTank bagRear luggage optionsEasy Ride Clutch automatically manages clutch engagement and disengagement. The rider does not need to use the clutch lever during start and stop; however, the F 450 RR does not become fully automatic and gear selection remains the rider’s responsibility. BMW Group PressClub |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Naked |
| Top speed | 188km/h | 180km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17 L – 4 L/100km | 14 L – 3.8 L/100km |
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| Price | $7299 | Price not listed. |
| Brand price lists | View HONDA price list | View BMW price list |
| Extra features | -SLIPPER/ASSIST CLUTCH, LCD screen |
Front Suspension : Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 43 mm Standard equipment:
BMW also states that the TFT screen has a Pure Ride Screen interface specially designed for supersport use. BMW Group PressClub BMW F 450 RR M Sport EquipmentIn the M Sport version, in addition to these:
M Sport + Riding Modes Pro adds three extra Sport screens to the TFT, displaying track data such as DTC, brake force, lean angle, and lap time. BMW Group PressClub Optional Equipment
Easy Ride Clutch automatically manages clutch engagement and disengagement. The rider does not need to use the clutch lever during start and stop; however, the F 450 RR does not become fully automatic and gear selection remains the rider’s responsibility. BMW Group PressClub |
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2023 HONDA CBR500R vs 2027 BMW F 450 RR: listed specifications
The 2023 HONDA CBR500R and 2027 BMW F 450 RR are closely matched in peak power and torque, while the CBR500R has more displacement, and the higher listed top speed, and the F 450 RR has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
CBR500R has a larger listed engine displacement (500 cc vs 450 cc).
Peak power
CBR500R and F 450 RR have very similar peak power (47 hp vs 47.5 hp).
Torque
CBR500R and F 450 RR have very similar listed torque (43 Nm vs 43 Nm).
Listed top speed
CBR500R 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 RR is notably lighter on the listed weight (175 kg vs 191 kg). CBR500R and F 450 RR have very similar seat heights (79 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 CBR500R vs BMW F 450 RR?
HONDA CBR500R is listed at 188 km/h (117 mph) vs 180 km/h (112 mph) for BMW F 450 RR.
Which has more horsepower, HONDA CBR500R or BMW F 450 RR?
BMW F 450 RR has 48 hp compared with 47 hp on the HONDA CBR500R.
Which is lighter, HONDA CBR500R or BMW F 450 RR?
BMW F 450 RR is lighter at 175 kg vs 191 kg for HONDA CBR500R.
Which is better, HONDA CBR500R or BMW F 450 RR?
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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