Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 vs. Yamaha R3 2022

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Yamaha R3 2022

Yamaha R3 2022

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Overview - Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 vs Yamaha R3 2022

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Yamaha R3 2022

Yamaha R3 2022

Technical Specifications Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 compared to Yamaha R3 2022

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024
Yamaha R3 2022

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore67 mmBore68 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke44.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power48 HPEngine power42 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,600 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,750 rpm
TorqueTorque43 NmTorque29.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque9,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio11.2
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigital, TransistorIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement321 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandKayaba
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter37 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm

Chassis

RakeRake25.5 degreeRake25 degree
TrailTrail102 mmTrail95 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter296 mmDiameter298 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter220 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 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 width140 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,080 mmLength2,090 mm
WidthWidth800 mmWidth720 mm
HeightHeight1,060 mmHeight1,135 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,380 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height780 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)188 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)169 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.1 lFuel Tank Capacity14 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

Yamaha R3 2022

Yamaha R3 2022

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB500 Hornet vs Yamaha R3

Price Honda CB500 Hornet

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Price Yamaha R3

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