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Honda CBF 500 (2007)
Specs
Bike Information
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Bike Name
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Honda CBF 500 (2007)
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CC
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500
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Bike Type
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Naked Sports
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Model Year
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2007
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Brand
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Honda
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Engine
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Engine Type
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Twin, four-stroke
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Maximum Power
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54.85 Bhp @ 9500 RPM
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Bore
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73.0 mm
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Compression Ratio
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10.5:1
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Fuel Supply
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Carburetor
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Displacement
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499
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Maximum Torque
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45 NM @ 8000 RPM
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Stroke
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59.6 mm
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Starting Method
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Electric
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Transmission
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Transmission Type
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Manual
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Clutch Type
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Wet-multiplate
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No of Gears
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5
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Drive Type
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Drive
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Mileage & Top Speed
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Mileage
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15 Kmpl (Approx)
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Top Speed
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170 Kmph (Approx)
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Chassis & Suspension
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Rear Suspension
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Monoshock damper with 7-step adjustable preload
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Front Suspension
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41mm telescopic fork
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Brakes
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Front Brake Type
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Single Disc
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Front Brake Diameter
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296 mm
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Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
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No
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Rear Brake Type
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Disc Brake
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Rear Brake Diameter
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240 mm
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Wheels & Tyres
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Tyre Type
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Tubetyre
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Wheel Type
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Alloy
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Dimensions
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Overall Length
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2170
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Weight
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186.0 kg
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Wheelbase
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1480 Mm
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Ground Clearance
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140 Mm
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Fuel Tank Capacity
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19.00 litres
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Seat Height
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771 Mm
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Electricals
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Head Light
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Halogen
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Indicators
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Halogen
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Battery Voltage
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12v
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Tail Light
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Halogen
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Features
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Speedometer
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Analog
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RPM Meter
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Analog
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Seat Type
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Single-Seat
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Odometer
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Analog
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Handle Type
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Pipe Handle Bar
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Passenger Grab Rail
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Yes
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Our Rating
The overall rating is based on review by our experts
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Price
8 / 10
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Build Quality
6 / 10
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Comfort
5 / 10
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Control
8 / 10
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Design
5 / 10
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Features
5 / 10
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Performance
7 / 10
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Braking system
9 / 10
PROS
- Bulletproof Engine: Uses the legendary 499cc parallel-twin from the original CB500—renowned for its ability to survive 150,000+ km as a courier bike.
- Low-End Torque: Tuned for a friendly, linear power delivery that makes it much easier to ride in traffic than the rev-hungry 600cc fours.
- Superb Beginner Ergonomics: Features a naturally low seat height (770mm) and neutral, upright bars that inspire confidence for shorter riders.
- Cost-Efficient: Extremely cheap to insure, maintain, and run; it’s a "back-to-basics" machine that focuses on utility over flashiness.
CONS
- Carbureted: Lacks the refinement of fuel injection; requires a choke for cold starts and is sensitive to old fuel if left sitting for weeks.
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- Functional but Bland: The styling is very conservative, and the exhaust note of the 180° parallel-twin is often described as "utilitarian."
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- Budget Suspension: The rear shock and front forks are basic; the bike can feel slightly unsettled if ridden aggressively through bumpy corners.
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- Heavy for a 500: At 206kg (wet), it weighs nearly as much as the CBF600, which can make its 56hp feel a bit modest during highway overtakes.
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