Honda CL500 2023 vs. Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Honda CL500 2023

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Overview - Honda CL500 2023 vs Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Honda CL500 2023

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Technical Specifications Honda CL500 2023 compared to Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Honda CL500 2023

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Honda CL500 2023

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	72 mm
Stroke	Stroke	66.8 mm	Stroke	85.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	47 HP	Engine power	20.2 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	6,100 rpm
Torque	Torque	43.4 Nm	Torque	27 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	4,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.7	Compression Ratio	9.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	5
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	OHV
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	Oil-air
Displacement	Displacement	471 ccm	Displacement	349 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	41 mm
Travel	Travel	150 mm	Travel	130 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Dual Shock	Shock absorber	Dual Shock
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload
Material	Material	Steel	Material	Steel

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	300 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	270 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	100 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	140 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,175 mm	Length	2,140 mm
Width	Width	831 mm	Width	845 mm
Height	Height	1,135 mm	Height	1,140 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,485 mm	Wheelbase	1,400 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	790 mm	Seat Height	765 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	192 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	191 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	12 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CL500 2023

Uncomplicated scrambler with a cool look, light-footed handling and a rev-happy engine - riding fun guaranteed for everyone. The CL500 proves to be a fun companion for every day on paved and unpaved roads. With a wide range of accessories available ex works, the Scrambler can be completely customised.

attractive price

comfortable ergonomics

stylish look

agile, easy handling

Display poorly legible

little long-distance comfort

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Whether as a beginner's bike or a second bike, the Royal Enfield Meteor 350 offers a hell of a lot of motorbike at a more than fair price. But one thing is clear: if you are looking for lap times or home track records, you should get another motorbike. Everyone else is guaranteed not to go wrong with the attractively designed Meteor 350. It's a great bike that could well become a blockbuster without any real competition on the market!

Unbeatable price

engine hugs the throttle well

turn-by-turn navigation

good ergonomics for big and small

highly customisable

coherent concept

chassis and brakes fit

big enough for two

good lean angle clearance

beginner-friendly.

Workmanship and material appearance occasionally at a low level

headlights with low luminous efficacy

engine power somewhat weak for motorway journeys.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CL500 vs Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball

Price Honda CL500

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