Naked Motorcycles
2024Honda CB500F
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The 2024 Honda CB500F is a lightweight naked bike powered by a 471cc parallel-twin engine producing 47 horsepower, making it ideal for novice riders and commuters seeking an accessible, manageable platform. Known for its forgiving ergonomics, fuel efficiency, and affordable entry into motorcycling, the CB500F balances everyday practicality with enough performance to grow with the rider's skills.
- Capacity
- 471.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 189.0 kg
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Power
- 46.9 HP (34.3 kW) @ 8600 RPM
What’s new for the 2024 Honda CB500F
vs the 2023| Spec | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Pro-Link® single shock with nine-position spring-preload adjustability | Pro-Link® single shock with nine-position spring-preload adjustability |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built primarily as an approachable, affordable everyday naked bike for commuting and learning the ropes rather than chasing top speed.
- Built for
- It has a friendly, forgiving character with smooth low-mid range torque delivery and nimble, predictable handling around town.
- Not ideal for
- It's not the right choice for riders wanting high-speed thrills, serious off-road capability, or long-distance two-up touring comfort.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 471.0 ccm
- Power
- 46.9 HP (34.3 kW) @ 8600 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 5 CO2 g/km
- Torque
- 43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m) @ 6500 RPM
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin twin, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 3.50 litres/100 km (28.6 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2481 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 67.0 x 66.8 mm
- Compression
- 10.7:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Computer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advance
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Spark plugs
- NGK CPR8EA-9
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multiplate, assist/slipper clutch
- Sprockets
- 15/41 (front/rear)
- Chain size
- 520
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1410 mm
- Overall length
- 2080 mm
- Overall width
- 800 mm
- Overall height
- 1060 mm
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Dry weight
- 189.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 192.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 16.70 litres
- Ground clearance
- 145 mm
- Oil capacity
- 2.70 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Diamond tube
- Front suspension
- Showa 41mm SFF-BP USD forks
- Rear suspension
- Pro-Link® single shock with nine-position spring-preload adjustability
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.5°
- Trail
- 102 mm
- Fork tube size
- 41 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. ABS. 4-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 295 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS.
- Front tyre
- 120/70-R17
- Rear tyre
- 160/60-17
- Brake fluid
- DOT 4
- Tire pressure front
- 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa)
- Tire pressure rear
- 42 PSI (2.9 Bar or 290 kPa)
Other
- Color options
- Matte Grey Metallic
- Comments
- Security system. Noise Level L-urban: 74dB L-wot: 76.4dB. Model id: CB500FA.
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2013 | 2016 | 2020 | 2023 | 2024 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 471.00 ccm (28.74 cubic inches) | 471.00 ccm (28.74 cubic inches) | 471.0 ccm (28.74 cubic inches) | 471.0 ccm (28.74 cubic inches) | 471.0 ccm (28.74 cubic inches) | 471.0 ccm (28.74 cubic inches) |
| Dry weight | 173.4 kg (382.3 pounds) | 173.4 kg (382.3 pounds) | — | 189.0 kg (416.7 pounds) | 189.0 kg (416.7 pounds) | 189.0 kg (416.7 pounds) |
| Seat height | 790 mm (31.1 inches) | 790 mm (31.1 inches) | 789 mm (31.1 inches) | 790 mm (31.1 inches) | 790 mm (31.1 inches) | 790 mm (31.1 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 15.70 litres (4.15 gallons) | 15.70 litres (4.15 gallons) | 17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons) | 16.70 litres (4.41 US gallons) | 16.70 litres (4.41 US gallons) | 17.03 litres (4.50 US gallons) |
| Color options | White | Matte Black Metallic/Silver | Red Grand Prix, Black Matte Gunpowder Metallic, Pearl Metalloid White/Matte Pearl Agile Blue, Orange Candy Energy | Matte Grey Metallic | Matte Grey Metallic | Matte Black Metallic |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda CB500F?
The 2024 Honda CB500F has a Capacity of 471.0 ccm (28.74 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda CB500F have?
The 2024 Honda CB500F has a Power of 46.9 HP (34.3 kW) @ 8600 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda CB500F have?
The 2024 Honda CB500F has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda CB500F?
The 2024 Honda CB500F has a Torque of 43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM.
How much does the Honda CB500F weigh?
The 2024 Honda CB500F has a Dry weight of 189.0 kg (416.7 pounds).
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