Honda CB125F 2026 vs. Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB125F 2026

Honda CB125F 2026

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

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Technical Specifications Honda CB125F 2026 compared to Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB125F 2026
Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore50 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke63.1 mmStroke66.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power11 HPEngine power48 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,600 rpm
TorqueTorque11 NmTorque43 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10 Compression Ratio10.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping,
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionDigital, Transistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder2Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement124 ccmDisplacement471 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter31 mmDiameter41 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialSteelMaterialSteel

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake26 degreeRake25.5 degree
TrailTrail92 mmTrail102 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter296 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDrumTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter130 mmDiameter240 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width80 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height100 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width100 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,027 mmLength2,080 mm
WidthWidth751 mmWidth800 mm
HeightHeight1,091 mmHeight1,060 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,265 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height785 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity11 lFuel Tank Capacity17.1 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA1License compliancyA2
RangeRange785 kmRange488 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions32 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions80 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption1.4 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption3.5 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display, USB-C socketEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display, ,

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB125F 2026

Honda CB125F 2026

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB125F vs Honda CB500 Hornet

Price Honda CB125F

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Price Honda CB500 Hornet

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