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2025Honda SCL500
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The 2025 Honda SCL500 is a middleweight scrambler for riders who want retro style and light gravel ability in an easy-going package. Its 471cc liquid-cooled twin makes 45.6 hp, with a 790 mm seat, 191 kg wet weight and ABS, making it a friendly choice for newer and A2-licence riders.
- Capacity
- 471.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 191.0 kg
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Power
- 45.6 HP (34.0 kW) @ 8500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built as a scrambler-styled cruiser for relaxed street riding, light urban exploring, and occasional light gravel or dirt-road detours rather than serious off-roading.
- Built for
- It has a laid-back, torque-friendly parallel-twin character with classic scrambler looks, emphasizing style and easy manners over outright performance.
- Not ideal for
- It's not the right choice for riders wanting high-speed sport performance, serious long-distance touring comfort, or genuine technical 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
- 45.6 HP (34.0 kW) @ 8500 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 78 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- SHNXC0.47CSE-029
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 3.32 L/100km (70.8 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 0.4 CO g/km
- Torque
- 43.3 Nm (4.4 kgf-m) @ 6000 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 5.00 litres/100 km (20.0 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2387 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
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1484 mm
- Overall length
- 2174 mm
- Overall width
- 831 mm
- Overall height
- 1133 mm
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Wet weight
- 191.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 12.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 155 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork 41mm
- Rear suspension
- Dual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability;
- Front wheel travel
- 150 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 145 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 27.0°
- Trail
- 108 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Two-piston calipers ABS
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 110/80R19M/C 59H
- Rear tyre
- 150/70R17M/C 69H
Other
- Color options
- Matte Black Metallic, Candy Orange,Matte Laurel Green Metallic
- Comments
- SCL500A
- 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 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 471 cc | 471 cc |
| Seat height | 790 mm | 790 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 12 L | 12 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Safety Recalls
⚠ 1 recall may applySTEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BARJul 2026 · 26V500000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2023, 2025 CMX500, 2017-2023, 2025-2026 CMX300, and 2025 Honda SCL500 motorcycles. The handlebar lock screw may loosen and detach.
Risk: A detached screw may lodge between the frame and stem, interfering with steering and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the lock screw and apply thread lock, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed September 21, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in Winter 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KUO. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 26V146. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 4, 2026.
These recalls cover some 2025 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.
Source: NHTSA. View all Honda recalls →
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda SCL500?
The 2025 Honda SCL500 has a Capacity of 471.0 ccm (28.74 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda SCL500 have?
The 2025 Honda SCL500 has a Power of 45.6 HP (34.0 kW) @ 8500 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda SCL500 have?
The 2025 Honda SCL500 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda SCL500?
The 2025 Honda SCL500 has a Torque of 43.3 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.9 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM.
How much does the Honda SCL500 weigh?
The 2025 Honda SCL500 has a Wet weight of 191.0 kg (421.1 pounds).
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