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2024Brixton Crossfire 500

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The 2024 Brixton Crossfire 500 is a versatile middleweight allrounder powered by a 486cc twin-cylinder four-stroke engine delivering 46.9 horsepower. Designed for riders seeking practical everyday performance with modern features including liquid cooling and fuel injection, it excels as an accessible entry-point to lightweight touring and commuting. Its balanced character and manageable power output make it ideal for both experienced riders and those stepping up from smaller bikes.

Capacity: 486.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 180.0 kg
Seat height: 795 mm
Power: 46.9 HP (35.0 kW) @ 8500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2024 Brixton Crossfire 500

vs the 2023

Spec	2023	2024
Power	46.9 HP (34.3 kW) @ 8500 RPM	46.9 HP (35.0 kW) @ 8500 RPM

Other years 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail20%

Cornering65%

City riding72%

Daily riding70%

Touring45%

Two-up45%

Track35%

Best for: Designed as an affordable, street-focused allrounder for commuting and weekend rides rather than dedicated touring or off-road work.
Built for: Delivers a straightforward, naked-roadster feel with adequate but unremarkable performance and nimble, confidence-inspiring handling.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders wanting genuine off-road capability, long-haul touring comfort, or high-speed track performance.

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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Units

At 795mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2024 Brixton Crossfire 500, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 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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Range and running costs

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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 486.0 ccm
Power: 46.9 HP (35.0 kW) @ 8500 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 93 CO2 g/km
Torque: 43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m) @ 6750 RPM
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 4.00 litres/100 km (25.0 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.2606 HP/kg (dry)
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: ECU
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual

Performance

Top speed: 160.0 km/h (99.4 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Overall length: 2117 mm
Overall width: 757 mm
Overall height: 1116 mm
Seat height: 795 mm
Dry weight: 180.0 kg
Wet weight: 190.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 13.50 litres

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: Upside-down telescopic
Rear suspension: Swingarm, single shock

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. ABS.
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS.
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 160/60-ZR17

Other

Color options: Bullet Silver, Backstage Black, Royal Blue

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	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Capacity	486 cc	486 cc	486 cc	486 cc	486 cc
Dry weight	180 kg	180 kg	180 kg	180 kg	180 kg
Seat height	795 mm	795 mm	795 mm	795 mm	795 mm
Fuel capacity	13.5 L	13.5 L	13.5 L	13.5 L	13.5 L