Honda CL500 2024 vs. Honda CBR650R 2024

Honda CL500 2024

Honda CL500 2024

Honda CBR650R 2024

Honda CBR650R 2024

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Overview - Honda CL500 2024 vs Honda CBR650R 2024

Honda CL500 2024

Honda CL500 2024

Honda CBR650R 2024

Honda CBR650R 2024

Technical Specifications Honda CL500 2024 compared to Honda CBR650R 2024

Honda CL500 2024
Honda CBR650R 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore67 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke46 mm
Engine powerEngine power47 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power12,000 rpm
TorqueTorque43.4 NmTorque63 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque9,499.99 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio11.6
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigital, TransistorIgnitionDigital, Transistor
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 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel150 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountPro-LinkShock mountPro-Link
TravelTravel145 mmTravel128 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialSteelMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake27 degreeRake64.5 degree
TrailTrail108 mmTrail101 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,175 mmLength2,120 mm
WidthWidth831 mmWidth750 mm
HeightHeight1,135 mmHeight1,150 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,485 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)192 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)208 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12 lFuel Tank Capacity15.4 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA
RangeRange488 kmRange353 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions84 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions112 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption3.6 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.9 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-HeadlightsEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CL500 2024

Honda CL500 2024

The Honda CL500 is an uncomplicated scrambler with a cool look, light-footed handling and a surprisingly revvy engine. It offers riding pleasure for everyone, whether on the road or on light off-road terrain. The CL500 shines on winding roads in particular with its agile, intuitive riding experience. Its versatility and accessibility make it an ideal companion for everyday use, while Honda's extensive range of accessories allows the scrambler to be customised. Even on demanding long-distance routes, such as the Balkan Rally, the CL500 has proven to be a reliable and fun partner.

Attractive price

comfortable ergonomics

stylish looks

agile, light handling

good stability

cultivated two-cylinder engine

Display difficult to read in direct sunlight

little pillion passenger comfort on long journeys

small tank requires frequent refuelling stops

suspension under-damped in poor road conditions

Honda CBR650R 2024

Honda CBR650R 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CL500 vs Honda CBR650R

Price Honda CL500

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Price Honda CBR650R

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