A More Comfortable Sportbike. The innovative CB500F expands riding enthusiasts’ options with a modern and sporty 471 cc sportbike. This image-conscious offering not only carries a full load of attitude, it also delivers a gratifying level of performance and versatility. The CB500F has a classic riding position, a 30.9-inch seat height and plenty of room for a variety of riders. It’s an excellent choice for riders ready to move up a displacement class, or for anyone who appreciates a great middleweight motorcycle.
Better Than Ever for 2016. 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.
Expect the Unexpected. And Then Ride There. 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!
MSRP $5799 + $310 Destination You Don’t Have To Crouch To Carve. If you love the idea of a sportbike, but favor a more classic riding position, this is your Honda. The CB500F is spec’d out with everything you want in a modern sportbike. From its 471 cc powerplant to Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) to aggressive drilled disc brakes to its unique Honda Pro-Link rear suspension, this is a sportbike built to carve corners, but not cut them. And with its light weight and low seat height, it’s the perfect choice for riders ready to move up to a bigger motorcycle.
MSRP $6299 + 310 Destination Adventure Starts Here. Any Honda could be called an adventure bike, but the CB500X takes the idea to extremes. This is a motorcycle ready for around-town errand-running and commuting, but it’s also just as ready for canyon carving. You can take adventure to the next level because the CB500X is equipped with an adjustable windscreen, larger fuel tank and perhaps most important, a generous amount of suspension travel—enough to take you off the pavement and onto the kind of dirt roads you might find on your travels. Ergonomically, the CB500X gives you wide handlebars and a classic upright seating position so you always feel in control.
Expect the Unexpected. And Then Ride There. 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!
It’s Ready For Anything You Are If you could use a little more adventure in your life—and who couldn’t? — the CB500X can deliver on that idea at a surprisingly affordable price. The adventure-style CB500X delivers a fun-to-ride option with an extra dose of versatility. The compact windscreen up front can be adjusted to varying heights, and the larger-capacity fuel tank has been carefully shaped to give the rider an unrestricted riding position.The CB500X delivers plenty of performance to adventure sport touring riders, with its thoroughly modern, torquey 471 cc parallel-twin DOHC engine. Its upright handlebar naturally accommodates a wide variety of riders, and the shape and height of the seat give more rider freedom. The CB500X is an excellent choice for riders ready to move up a displacement class, or for anyone who appreciates a great middleweight motorcycle for practical in-town riding, or fun adventure-sport touring.
You Don’t Have To Crouch To Carve If you love the idea of a sportbike, but favor a more classic riding position, this is your Honda. The CB500F is spec’d out with everything you want in a modern sportbike. From its 471 cc powerplant to Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) to aggressive drilled disc brakes to its unique Honda Pro-Link® rear suspension, this is a sportbike built to carve corners, but not cut them. And with its light weight and low seat height, it’s the perfect choice for riders ready to move up to a bigger motorcycle. * Suggested Retail Price (SRP) excludes destination charge. Visit powersports.honda.com to view applicable destination charge amount.
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! * Suggested Retail Price (SRP) excludes destination charge. Visit powersports.honda.com to view applicable destination charge amount.
MSRP $5799 + $310 Destination You Don’t Have To Crouch To Carve. If you love the idea of a sportbike, but favor a more classic riding position, this is your Honda. The CB500F is spec’d out with everything you want in a modern sportbike. From its 471 cc powerplant to Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) to aggressive drilled disc brakes to its unique Honda Pro-Link rear suspension, this is a sportbike built to carve corners, but not cut them. And with its light weight and low seat height, it’s the perfect choice for riders ready to move up to a bigger motorcycle.
Better Than Ever for 2016. 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.
2015 Honda CB500FF, The innovative CB500F expands riding enthusiasts options with a modern and sporty 471cc sportbike. This image-conscious offering not only carries a full load of attitude, it also delivers a gratifying level of performance and versatility. Engine and transmission Displacement: 471.00 ccm (28.74 cubic inches) Engine type: Twin, four-stroke Power: 46.94 HP (34.3 kW)) @ 8500 RPM Torque: 43.00 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM Compression: 10.7:1 Bore x stroke: 67.0 x 66.8 mm (2.6 x 2.6 inches) Valves per cylinder: 4 Fuel system: Injection. PGM-FI with 34mm throttle bodies Fuel control: Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) Ignition: Computer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advance Cooling system: Liquid Gearbox: 6-speed Transmission type, final drive: Chain Clutch: Wet multiplate Driveline: O-ring-sealed chain Emission details: Meets current EPA standards. Models sold in California meet current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment. Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels Rake (fork angle): 25.5° Trail: 103 mm (4.1 inches) Front suspension: 41mm fork Front wheel travel: 109 mm (4.3 inches) Rear suspension: Pro-Link single shock with nine-position spring preload adjustability Rear wheel travel: 119 mm (4.7 inches) Front tyre: 120/70-17 Rear tyre: 160/60-17 Front brakes: Double disc. Wave disc. Two-piston calipers. Front brakes diameter: 320 mm (12.6 inches) Rear brakes: Single disc. Wave disc. Single-piston caliper. Rear brakes diameter: 240 mm (9.4 inches) Physical measures and capacities Dry weight: 173.4 kg (382.3 pounds) Weight incl. oil, gas, etc: 190.0 kg (418.9 pounds) Power/weight ratio: 0.2707 HP/kg Seat height: 790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. Overall height: 1,060 mm (41.7 inches) Overall length: 2,075 mm (81.7 inches) Overall width: 780 mm (30.7 inches) Ground clearance: 155 mm (6.1 inches) Wheelbase: 1,410 mm (55.5 inches) Fuel capacity: 15.70 litres (4.15 gallons) Oil capacity: 3.20 litres (0.21 quarts)
2014 Honda CB500F, If you love the idea of a sportbike, but favor a more classic riding position, this is your Honda. The CB500F is spec d out with everything you want in a modern sportbike. From its 471cc powerplant to Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) to aggressive drilled disc brakes to its unique Honda Pro-Link rear suspension, this is a sportbike built to carve corners, but not cut them. Engine and transmission Displacement: 471.00 ccm (28.74 cubic inches) Engine type: Twin, four-stroke Power: 46.94 HP (34.3 kW)) @ 8500 RPM Torque: 43.00 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM Compression: 10.7:1 Bore x stroke: 67.0 x 66.8 mm (2.6 x 2.6 inches) Valves per cylinder: 4 Fuel system: Injection. PGM-FI with 34mm throttle bodies Fuel control: Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) Ignition: Computer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advance Cooling system: Liquid Gearbox: 6-speed Transmission type, final drive: Chain Clutch: Wet multiplate Driveline: O-ring-sealed chain Emission details: Meets current EPA standards. Models sold in California meet current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment. Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels Rake (fork angle): 25.5° Trail: 103 mm (4.1 inches) Front suspension: 41mm fork Front wheel travel: 109 mm (4.3 inches) Rear suspension: Pro-Link single shock with nine-position spring preload adjustability Rear wheel travel: 119 mm (4.7 inches) Front tyre: 120/70-17 Rear tyre: 160/60-17 Front brakes: Double disc. Wave disc. Two-piston calipers. Front brakes diameter: 320 mm (12.6 inches) Rear brakes: Single disc. Wave disc. Single-piston caliper. Rear brakes diameter: 240 mm (9.4 inches) Physical measures and capacities Dry weight: 173.4 kg (382.3 pounds) Weight incl. oil, gas, etc: 190.0 kg (418.9 pounds) Power/weight ratio: 0.2707 HP/kg Seat height: 790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. Overall height: 1,060 mm (41.7 inches) Overall length: 2,075 mm (81.7 inches) Overall width: 780 mm (30.7 inches) Ground clearance: 155 mm (6.1 inches) Wheelbase: 1,410 mm (55.5 inches) Fuel capacity: 15.70 litres (4.15 gallons) Oil capacity: 3.20 litres (0.21 quarts)