2026Honda CB500 Hornet

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The 2026 Honda CB500 Hornet is an agile middleweight naked bike ideal for riders seeking responsive handling and everyday practicality. Its 471cc parallel-twin engine delivers approachable performance with excellent fuel efficiency and low maintenance. Known for its sharp styling, manageable seat height, and balanced chassis, the Hornet excels as a versatile commuter and weekend carver.

Capacity: 471.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: Not on record
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Wet weight: 188.0 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%

Cornering78%

City riding82%

Daily riding80%

Touring45%

Two-up40%

Track45%

Best for: Designed primarily as a nimble, sporty naked streetfighter for daily commuting and spirited backroad riding rather than long-distance touring or off-road use.
Built for: The parallel-twin engine and compact chassis give it an engaging, lively feel with sharp handling and an aggressive naked-bike stance.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders seeking serious off-road capability, heavy touring loads, or outright top-speed performance.

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At 785mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2026 Honda CB500 Hornet, 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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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 471.0 ccm
Power: 46.9 HP (34.5 kW)
CO2 Emissions: 76 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: THNXC0.47CSD-029
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 3.24 L/100km (72.6 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 0.7 CO g/km
Torque: 43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m) @ 6500 RPM
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2495 HP/kg (wet)
Compression: 10.7:1
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Final drive: Chain

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1410 mm
Seat height: 785 mm
Wet weight: 188.0 kg
Ground clearance: 145 mm
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Trail: 102 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Dual 296 mm x 4 mm disc with Nissin radial-mount four piston calipers
Rear brakes: Single 240mm x 5 mm disc with single piston caliper
Front tyre: 120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
Rear tyre: 160/60ZR17M/C (69W)

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