Honda’s twin-cylinder sportbikes revolutionized the world of motorcycling when they first appeared, and this latest generation—our 500 twins—are the best ever. Here’s what you need to know about the CB500F: It’s the most broad-spectrum of the 500 family, with minimal bodywork, a classic riding position, and a 30.9-inch seat height that fits a wide range of riders. Even though it’s just a couple of years old, for 2016, it gets some tasty updates both in terms of style and function.The best part stays the same: the powerful twin-cylinder engine and its wide, user-friendly powerband. But for 2016, you get better shift feel thanks to some transmission upgrades, a new adjustable front-brake lever, a larger fuel tank, and preload-adjustable front suspension. And there’s more, too: The new headlight and crisper style you can see for yourself, but the new exhaust you’ll have to hear to appreciate.The CB500F has always been an excellent choice for riders ready to move up a displacement class, or for anyone who appreciates a great middleweight motorcycle, and for 2016, it’s even better.
Ever since its introduction, Honda’s CB500X has been a breakaway favorite with riders. That’s no surprise to anybody who’s ridden one: the CB500X is an adventure-style motorcycle that delivers comfort, versatility and a can-do attitude at a surprisingly affordable price. And to make a great choice even better, the 2016 CB500X features a bucketful of improvements this year.You still get plenty of performance, and the capability to excel at everything from adventure rides to sport touring. The torquey 471cc parallel-twin DOHC engine delivers the broad-spectrum power that Honda twins are famous for, while the CB500X’s upright handlebar naturally accommodates a wide variety of riders. You can adjust the compact windscreen to varying heights (plus it’s 100 mm taller this year), and the larger-capacity fuel tank is carefully shaped to give the rider an unrestricted riding position. New for 2016: A restyled LED headlight and taillight, a hinged fuel-tank filler cap, front suspension that’s now adjustable for spring preload, and a front-brake lever that’s adjustable too.The CB500X is an excellent choice for riders ready to move up a displacement class, or for anyone who appreciates a great middleweight motorcycle. And the bike’s sharp, new styling this year makes a great choice even better!
The Honda CB1000R is the kind of motorcycle that believes in rolling up its sleeves and getting the job done. No excuses, hardly any bodywork, its chassis and engine are out front and center for the whole world to see. And that’s exactly the way a whole brand of riders like it. Because with a CB1000R, nothing gets between you and your connection with the machine you’re riding. Its clean, essentials-only layout perfectly frames a fuel-injected four-cylinder 998 cc engine that’s overflowing with loads of right-now power. The unique chassis incorporates a single-sided swingarm with a high performance single-shock rear suspension that helps make this bike stand out as well as perform. Some might call it a naked bike. Some might say it’s an open-class street fighter. We just think it’s an awesome motorcycle for those who like their bikes served straight up.
The Honda CB1000R is the kind of motorcycle that believes in rolling up its sleeves and getting the job done. No excuses, hardly any bodywork, its chassis and engine are out front and center for the whole world to see. And that’s exactly the way a whole brand of riders like it. Because with a CB1000R, nothing gets between you and your connection with the machine you’re riding. Its clean, essentials-only layout perfectly frames a fuel-injected four-cylinder 998 cc engine that’s overflowing with loads of right-now power. The unique chassis incorporates a single-sided swingarm with a high performance single-shock rear suspension that helps make this bike stand out as well as perform. Some might call it a naked bike. Some might say it’s an open-class street fighter. We just think it’s an awesome motorcycle for those who like their bikes served straight up.
