Sportbikes
2025Honda CBR500R
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The 2025 Honda CBR500R is an accessible middleweight sportbike designed for new and intermediate riders seeking affordable performance and everyday practicality. Its lightweight 191 kg frame, comfortable 790 mm seat height, and manageable power delivery make it ideal for commuting and weekend rides. Known for its reliability, responsive handling, and excellent value, the CBR500R balances sportiness with user-friendly characteristics.
- Capacity
- 471.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 191.0 kg
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Power
- 46.9 HP (34.3 kW) @ 8600 RPM
What’s new for the 2025 Honda CBR500R
vs the 2024| Spec | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 46.9 HP (35.0 kW) @ 8600 RPM | 46.9 HP (34.3 kW) @ 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs) | 43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM |
| Front suspension | 41mm fork | Showa 41mm SFF-BP USD forks |
| Rear suspension | Pro-Link single shock with nine-position spring preload adjustability | Pro-Link® single shock with nine-position spring preload adjustability |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Wave disc. Two-piston calipers. | Double disc. Wave disc.Nissin Four-piston calipers. ABS. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Wave disc. Single-piston caliper. | Single disc. Wave disc. Single-piston caliper. ABS. |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- 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.
Will it fit you?
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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased 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.
Engine
- Capacity
- 471.0 ccm
- Power
- 46.9 HP (34.3 kW) @ 8600 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 76 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- SHNXC0.47CSD-016
- 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
- Fuel consumption
- 3.50 litres/100 km (28.6 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2455 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 67.0 x 66.8 mm
- Compression
- 10.7:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Full transistorized
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multiplate, assisted slipper clutch
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1410 mm
- Overall length
- 2080 mm
- Overall width
- 755 mm
- Overall height
- 1145 mm
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Wet weight
- 191.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
- Oil capacity
- 3.20 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel 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
- 109 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.5°
- Trail
- 102 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Wave disc.Nissin Four-piston calipers. ABS.
- Front brakes diameter
- 296 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Wave disc. Single-piston caliper. ABS.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-R17
- Rear tyre
- 160/60-17
Other
- Color options
- Grand Prix Red
- Comments
- Model ID: CBR500RA. Honda Intelligent Security System.
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
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 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 471 cc | 471 cc | 471 cc | 471 cc | 471 cc | 471 cc |
| Dry weight | 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 | 17 L | 17.1 L | 17 L | 17 L |
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 CBR500R?
The 2025 Honda CBR500R has a Capacity of 471.0 ccm (28.74 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda CBR500R have?
The 2025 Honda CBR500R has a Power of 46.9 HP (34.3 kW) @ 8600 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda CBR500R have?
The 2025 Honda CBR500R has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda CBR500R?
The 2025 Honda CBR500R has a Torque of 43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM.
How much does the Honda CBR500R weigh?
The 2025 Honda CBR500R has a Wet weight of 191.0 kg (421.1 pounds).
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