CBR500R

Our Anti-Lock Braking System can be a big help in making controlled stops in less-than-ideal conditions, like on wet pavement or other compromised surfaces. It’s a great choice whether you’re using your new bike as a commuter or just riding it for fun, since it helps you stop with added confidence. The front 320mm disc brake and 240mm rear feature drilled, petal-style rotors that provide strong stopping power. The front-brake lever is also adjustable for a perfect fit.

An LCD screen features a digital speedometer and tachometer and more, including a clock, odometer, trip meter, real-time and average fuel consumption meters and illuminated engine diagnostic indicators.

Honda twins are famous for their versatility and the CBR500R’s engine is one of our best ever. With good low-end horsepower and torque, the parallel-twin offers accessible performance across all RPM ranges. The CBR500Rs learner friendly, 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. Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) continuously monitors several variables to ensure the correct fuel mixture is delivered for the existing riding and atmospheric conditions, ensuring a crisp throttle response throughout a wide variety of riding. Programmed fuel injectors increase power and torque in the midrange.

With a dual-outlet muffler that you need to hear for yourself, this beautifully polished stainless-steel exhaust is integrated with the rear foot peg set for clean, functional design. The exhaust tucks in tight for better mass centralization (and consequently better handling).

The CBR500R sports a pair of powerful LED headlights and LED indicators. They headlights throw out an amazing amount of illumination and feature a stylish shape. The design also increases the engine’s intake airflow.

Our engineers profiled the shift dogs in the transmission to help you get smoother shifts every time. You’ll never see these parts, but you’ll feel their effects.

The slipper/assist clutch lets us lighten up the clutch-lever effort and automatically locks up tight when you release it.

A motorcycle’s frame is the basis for its handling. Stronger and lighter, the CBR500R’s diamond-shaped 35mm steel-tube mainframe ties to the engine with four mounts, offering a rock-solid foundation for a superior ride and handling.

Strong and stylish, the CBR500R’s aluminium Y-spoke cast wheels are easy to keep clean, look great, and are another feature that just makes sense.

The CBR500R features special shock settings for improved ride comfort. Its sophisticated chassis uses 41mm telescopic forks deliver a smooth and controlled ride on the front. On the read; Honda’s Pro-Link® rear suspension with nine-stage preload and 119mm of travel gives you a comfortable ride over small bumps, while capably absorbing bigger bumps to increase riding comfort and handling.

The CBR500R offers a stepped two-piece seat with a low height. Perfect for around-town riding or winding roads, it also offers room for a passenger and is specially designed to fit a wide range of riders.