Honda CL500 2025 vs. BMW G 310 GS 2025

Honda CL500 2025

Honda CL500 2025

BMW G 310 GS 2025

BMW G 310 GS 2025

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Technical Specifications Honda CL500 2025 compared to BMW G 310 GS 2025

Honda CL500 2025
BMW G 310 GS 2025
Honda CL500 2025
Honda CL500 2025
BMW G 310 GS 2025
BMW G 310 GS 2025

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore67 mmBore80 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke62.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power46 HPEngine power34 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque43 NmTorque28 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque7,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio10.9
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement313 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel150 mmTravel180 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountPro-LinkShock mountdirect
TravelTravel145 mmTravel180 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialSteelMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake27 degreeRake63.3 degree
TrailTrail108 mmTrail98 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter300 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 width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,175 mmLength2,075 mm
WidthWidth830 mmWidth880 mm
HeightHeight1,135 mmHeight1,230 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,485 mmWheelbase1,420 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height835 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)192 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)169.5 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12 lFuel Tank Capacity11 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA2
RangeRange488 kmRange314 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption3.6 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption3.5 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-HeadlightsEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CL500 2025

Honda CL500 2025

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

BMW G 310 GS 2025

BMW G 310 GS 2025

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CL500 vs BMW G 310 GS

Price Honda CL500

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Price BMW G 310 GS

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