Less is so much more in the brand-new CB500F Naked Road Bike. Everything you need in a thrill ride commuter and weekend companion, with nothing that you don't. It's the brother of the Sport CBR500R and the Adventure CB500X, but without the frills. It's got all the power with a bit more ease and comfort. And all you need is a learner's licence to call it your own.
It has high handlebars, a balanced riding position together with a low 785mm seat that suits a wide range of riders' heights. It also has a weight that's light and easy to flick around corners. Although simplified in style, the power is all there with a brand-new, liquid-cooled 471cc DOHC parallel-twin engine and Honda's Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) system that gives it grunt at any RPM. And if you haven't already noticed, check out the hot-looking halogen solo headlight. Others certainly will.
Engine
Engine Type
471cc Liquid-cooled, parallel twin
CC Rating
471cc
Bore and Stroke
67mm x 66.8mm
Ignition
Computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance
Compression Ratio
10.7: 1
Carburetion
PGM-FI electronic fuel injection
Transmission
Starter
Electric
Gearbox
6-speed
Final Drive
Chain
Wheels, Suspension & Brakes
Suspension Front
Conventional telescopic fork, 41mm
Suspension Rear
Pro-Link mono with 9 stage preload adjuster, steel square pipe swingarm
Brakes Front
Single disk, 320mm, 2 piston caliper, ABS
Brakes Rear
Single disk, 240mm, 1 piston caliper. ABS
Tyres Front
120/70 - 17
Tyres Rear
160/60 -17
Rake Castor Angle
25°
Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase
1410 mm
Seat Height
790 mm
Ground Clearance
155 mm
Trail
102.6
Kerb Weight
192kg
Fuel Capacity
15.7 litres
Dimensions
2075mm x 780mm x 1060mm
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