Honda CB500 Hornet E-Clutch 2026 vs. Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2026

Honda CB500 Hornet E-Clutch 2026

Honda CB500 Hornet E-Clutch 2026

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2026

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2026

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Technical Specifications Honda CB500 Hornet E-Clutch 2026 compared to Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2026

Honda CB500 Hornet E-Clutch 2026
Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2026
Honda CB500 Hornet E-Clutch 2026
Honda CB500 Hornet E-Clutch 2026
Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2026
Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore67 mmBore70 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke58.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power48 HPEngine power45.4 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque43 NmTorque42.6 Nm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio11.3
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeElectronically controlledClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
IgnitionIgnitionDigital, TransistorIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement451 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTubular
RakeRake25.5 degreeRake63 degree
TrailTrail102 mmTrail92 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter296 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter220 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced 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 width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,080 mmLength1,995 mm
WidthWidth800 mmWidth730 mm
HeightHeight1,060 mmHeight1,120 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,375 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height785 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)191 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)171 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.1 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA2
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions80 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions89.01 g/km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Modern electronics, LightingEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB500 Hornet E-Clutch 2026

Honda CB500 Hornet E-Clutch 2026

The E-Clutch is a perfect match for the CB500 Hornet’s accessible design. It takes the strain off the rider, particularly in city traffic, when pulling away, during stop-and-go driving and when turning slowly, without taking away the rider’s control over gear selection. This offers a noticeable improvement in comfort, especially for new riders.

very comfortable in stop-and-go traffic

no stalling when pulling away or turning

clutchless pulling away and stopping

manual clutch can be used at any time

performs impressively even during sporty driving

around 3 kg extra weight

a surcharge of 500 euros

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2026

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2026

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price Honda CB500 Hornet E-Clutch vs Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE

Price Honda CB500 Hornet E-Clutch

Model year
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Price Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE

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