Honda CB500F 2023 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2019

Honda CB500F 2023

Honda CB500F 2023

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Kawasaki Z900 2019

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Overview - Honda CB500F 2023 vs Kawasaki Z900 2019

Honda CB500F 2023

Honda CB500F 2023

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Technical Specifications Honda CB500F 2023 compared to Kawasaki Z900 2019

Honda CB500F 2023
Kawasaki Z900 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore67 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power48 HPEngine power125.4 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,600 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque43 NmTorque98.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,600 rpmRpm at Torque7,700 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio11.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigital, TransistorIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountPro-LinkShock mountDeflection
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialSteelMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake25.5 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail102 mmTrail105 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter296 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,080 mmLength2,070 mm
WidthWidth800 mmWidth820 mm
HeightHeight1,060 mmHeight1,065 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height789 mmSeat Height795 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)189 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)210 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB500F 2023

Honda CB500F 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Fortunately, the new Kawasaki Z900 has lost none of its character through the use of electronics. It is and remains a playful mid-range naked bike, which at the same time masters the brisk pace on the country road magnificently. The riding pleasure and suitability for everyday use are high, the now installed riding aids offer a plus in safety. Your opponents will have a really hard time from now on.

Light and natural handling with high stability

Silky engine with full pull from mid revs

High chassis transparency, great feedback

Sitting position with feel-good factor

Fair price

TFT display mounted too low

Cumbersome menu operation

Rear view mirrors offer modest visibility

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB500F vs Kawasaki Z900

Price Honda CB500F

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Price Kawasaki Z900

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