Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 vs. Ducati Monster SP 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Ducati Monster SP 2024

Ducati Monster SP 2024

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Overview - Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 vs Ducati Monster SP 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Ducati Monster SP 2024

Ducati Monster SP 2024

Technical Specifications Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 compared to Ducati Monster SP 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024
Ducati Monster SP 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore67 mmBore94 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke67.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power48 HPEngine power111 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,600 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpm
TorqueTorque43 NmTorque93 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio13.3
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement937 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandÖhlins
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm

Suspension Rear

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

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
RakeRake25.5 degreeRake67 degree
TrailTrail102 mmTrail87 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter296 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandNissinBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter245 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRiding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

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
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,472 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)188 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)186 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.1 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA
RangeRange488 kmRange269 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions80 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions120 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption3.5 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.2 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

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

Ducati Monster SP 2024

Ducati Monster SP 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB500 Hornet vs Ducati Monster SP

Price Honda CB500 Hornet

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Price Ducati Monster SP

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