Available in:
Pearl Dusk Yellow
The CB500F has evolved and now wears aggressive bodywork to create a more muscular wedge-like shape. Tapered handlebars add further riding feel. New LCD instruments feature a Shift Up and Gear Position function and the indicators are now LED, to match the rest of the lighting. And while the CB500F’s engine maintains the 35kW it now makes 4% more power and torque between 3-7,000rpm, thanks to revisions to the inlet, exhaust and valve timing. The new dual-exit exhaust muffler emits an enhanced exhaust note; the engine now also features an assist/slipper clutch. A new rear single-tube shock absorber delivers consistent damping performance and improved control.
The exhaust muffler now features dual exit pipes, adding a sportier sounding edge to each pulse.
New LCD instruments feature a Gear Position and Shift Up indicator; this is set to a default 8,750rpm but can be adjusted in 250rpm increments between 5-8,750rpm.
The CB500F’s naked faired form has been evolved front to rear, and exudes newfound aggression.
The CB500F’s 8-valve liquid-cooled parallel twin-cylinder layout offers a well-proportioned balance of physical size and willing, enjoyable power output, with an energetic, high-revving character and zappy top end. New for this year, an Assist/Slipper clutch enables lighter upshifts and smooths out any hard downshifts.
Engine
- Engine Type: Liquid-cooled DOHC Parallel Twin
- CC Rating: 471cc
- Bore and Stroke: 67mm x 66.8mm
- Ignition: Full-transistorized type
- Fuel System: PGM-FI, Electronic Fuel Injection
- Compression Ratio: 10.7:1
Transmission
- Starter: Electric
- Gearbox: 6-speed
- Final Drive: Chain
Wheels, Suspension & Brakes
- Suspension Front: Conventional Telescopic, 41mm, Pre load adjustable
- Suspension Rear: Pro-link mono with 9 stage Pre load adjuster
- Brakes Front: Single two-piston caliper w/ 320mm petal-style disc: ABS
- Brakes Rear: Single one-piston caliper w/ 240mm petal-style disc: ABS
- Tyres Front: 120/70 - 17
- Tyres Rear: 160/60 - 17
Dimensions & Weight
- Wheel Base: 1,410mm
- Seat Height: 785mm
- Ground Clearance: 145mm
- Kerb Weight: 190 kg
- Fuel Capacity: 17.1 litres
- Dimensions: 2080mm(L) x 790mm(W) x 1060mm(H)
NOTE: Price does not include ORC.
