2015Honda CBR500R

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The 2015 Honda CBR500R is an accessible middleweight sportbike designed for novice to intermediate riders seeking an affordable entry into the CBR lineage. Known for its manageable 192.8 kg weight, comfortable 785 mm seat height, and reliable 500cc engine, it balances sporty styling with everyday practicality. The bike excels as a learner-friendly platform that doesn't sacrifice performance or Honda's legendary dependability.

Capacity: 471.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 192.0 kg
Seat height: 785 mm
Power: 46.9 HP (34.5 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail15%

Cornering70%

City riding80%

Daily riding82%

Touring55%

Two-up50%

Track40%

Best for: It's built primarily as a versatile everyday and commuting machine that can also handle occasional weekend backroad rides.
Built for: The parallel twin delivers smooth, predictable power with a friendly, non-intimidating demeanor rather than outright excitement.
Not ideal for: This isn't the right choice for riders chasing top-tier performance, long-distance touring comfort, or any serious off-road capability.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 785mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2015 Honda CBR500R, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 471.0 ccm
Power: 46.9 HP (34.5 kW)
CO2 Emissions: 77 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: FHNXC0.47BFA-018
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 3.28 L/100km (771.5 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 0.8 CO g/km
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2443 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
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Assist/Slipper clutch

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1410 mm
Overall length: 2080 mm
Overall width: 790 mm
Overall height: 1060 mm
Seat height: 785 mm
Dry weight: 192.0 kg
Wet weight: 192.8 kg
Fuel capacity: 15.50 litres
Ground clearance: 130 mm
Oil capacity: 3.20 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Steel tube frame
Front suspension: 41mm fork
Rear suspension: Pro-Link single shock with nine-position spring preload adjustability
Front wheel travel: 122 mm
Rear wheel travel: 104 mm
Rake (fork angle): 25.5°
Trail: 103 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS. Wave disc. Two-piston calipers.
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS. Wave disc. Single-piston caliper.
Rear brakes diameter: 240 mm
ABS: Optional
Front tyre: 120/70-17
Rear tyre: 160/60-17

Other

Color options: Black, Silver Metallic
Comments: Model ID: CBR500R.
Fuel Tank Material: M

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	2015	2016	2020	2023	2026
Capacity	471 cc	471 cc	471 cc	471 cc	471 cc	471 cc
Dry weight	192 kg	192 kg	192 kg	—	—	—
Seat height	785 mm	785 mm	785 mm	785 mm	785 mm	790 mm
Fuel capacity	15.5 L	15.5 L	15.5 L	17 L	17.1 L	17 L