Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 vs. Kawasaki W800 Cafe 2021

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Kawasaki W800 Cafe 2021

Kawasaki W800 Cafe 2021

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Overview - Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 vs Kawasaki W800 Cafe 2021

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Kawasaki W800 Cafe 2021

Kawasaki W800 Cafe 2021

Technical Specifications Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 compared to Kawasaki W800 Cafe 2021

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024
Kawasaki W800 Cafe 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore67 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke83 mm
Engine powerEngine power48 HPEngine power48 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,600 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,000 rpm
TorqueTorque43 NmTorque62.9 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque4,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio8.4
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigital, TransistorIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement773 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
Shock mountShock mountPro-LinkShock mountdirect
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialSteelMaterialSteel

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
TrailTrail102 mmTrail94 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter296 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter270 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width130 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,080 mmLength2,135 mm
WidthWidth800 mmWidth925 mm
HeightHeight1,060 mmHeight1,120 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,465 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height770 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)188 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)217 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.1 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

The Honda CB500 Hornet proves to be a mature and well-balanced naked bike that is an excellent choice in the A2 class.

Smooth but really sufficient engine power

good revvvy even at low engine speeds

precise and smooth clutch and gearstick

vibration-free riding performance

stable and pleasant chassis damping

excellent turning-in behaviour

powerful brakes with double disk front brakes

high build quality

clear and informative display

good handling and agility, user-friendly electronic Advanced Rider Assistance Systems

comfortable seating position

good balance between riding pleasure and safety.

higher weight compared to some competitors could be annoying for very light riders

suspension can be overloaded with a sporty riding style or higher rider weight

possibly less comfortable for taller riders

Kawasaki W800 Cafe 2021

Kawasaki W800 Cafe 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB500 Hornet vs Kawasaki W800 Cafe

Price Honda CB500 Hornet

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Price Kawasaki W800 Cafe

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