Honda CB300R 2024 vs. Honda CB500 Hornet 2026

Honda CB300R 2024

Honda CB300R 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2026

Honda CB500 Hornet 2026

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Technical Specifications Honda CB300R 2024 compared to Honda CB500 Hornet 2026

Honda CB300R 2024
Honda CB500 Hornet 2026

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore76 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke63 mmStroke66.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power31 HPEngine power48 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power90 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque27.5 NmTorque43 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio10.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping, Clutch systems
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionDigital, Transistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement286 ccmDisplacement471 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TechnologyTechnologyBig PistonTechnologyBig Piston
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountPro-LinkShock mountPro-Link
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake65.3 degreeRake25.5 degree
TrailTrail93 mmTrail102 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter296 mmDiameter296 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial
BrandBrandNissinBrandNissin

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 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 width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,012 mmLength2,080 mm
WidthWidth802 mmWidth800 mm
HeightHeight1,052 mmHeight1,060 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,352 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height799 mmSeat Height785 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)144 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)188 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity10 lFuel Tank Capacity17.1 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA2
Stationary noiseStationary noise86 dBStationary noise89 dB

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB300R 2024

Honda CB300R 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Honda CB500 Hornet 2026

Honda CB500 Hornet 2026

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

Price Comparison Average Market Price Honda CB300R vs Honda CB500 Hornet

Price Honda CB300R

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Price Honda CB500 Hornet

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