Honda CB500 Hornet 2026 vs. BMW F 450 R 2027

Honda CB500 Hornet 2026

Honda CB500 Hornet 2026

BMW F 450 R 2027

BMW F 450 R 2027

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Technical Specifications Honda CB500 Hornet 2026 compared to BMW F 450 R 2027

Honda CB500 Hornet 2026
BMW F 450 R 2027
Honda CB500 Hornet 2026
Honda CB500 Hornet 2026
BMW F 450 R 2027
BMW F 450 R 2027

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore67 mmBore72 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke51.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power48 HPEngine power48 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,750 rpm
TorqueTorque43 NmTorque43 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio13
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping, Clutch systemsClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC, Drag lever
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement420 ccm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Engine drag torque control, Ride by Wire, Traction control, DBC, Modern electronics, Comfort, Electronic throttle control, Throttle response modes, DTC

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 mmLength2,002 mm
WidthWidth800 mmWidth825 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,405 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)188 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)175 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.1 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
Top SpeedTop Speed176 km/hTop Speed169 km/h
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA2
RangeRange488 kmRange368 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions80 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions88 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption3.5 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption3.8 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Modern electronics, LightingEquipmentBluetooth, Connectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, USB-C socket, Modern electronics, Charging & power, Lighting, Adaptive brake lights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

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

BMW F 450 R 2027

BMW F 450 R 2027

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price Honda CB500 Hornet vs BMW F 450 R

Price Honda CB500 Hornet

Model year
Current average market prices

Price BMW F 450 R

Unfortunately, the data available to us is not sufficient to provide meaningful price information for this model.

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