Royal Enfield Classic 500 EFI 2016 vs. Honda CL500 2023

Royal Enfield Classic 500 EFI 2016

Honda CL500 2023

Overview - Royal Enfield Classic 500 EFI 2016 vs Honda CL500 2023

Royal Enfield Classic 500 EFI 2016

Honda CL500 2023

Technical Specifications Royal Enfield Classic 500 EFI 2016 compared to Honda CL500 2023

Royal Enfield Classic 500 EFI 2016

Honda CL500 2023

Royal Enfield Classic 500 EFI 2016

Honda CL500 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	84 mm	Bore	67 mm
Stroke	Stroke	90 mm	Stroke	66.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	28 HP	Engine power	47 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	5,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	41 Nm	Torque	43.4 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	4,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	8.5	Compression Ratio	10.7
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric, Kick	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	5	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	1	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	OHV	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	499 ccm	Displacement	471 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Material	Material	Steel	Material	Steel

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	280 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Drum	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	152 mm	Diameter	240 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	110 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,160 mm	Length	2,175 mm
Width	Width	800 mm	Width	831 mm
Height	Height	1,050 mm	Height	1,135 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,370 mm	Wheelbase	1,485 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	800 mm	Seat Height	790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	12 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Royal Enfield Classic 500 EFI 2016

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Honda CL500 2023

Uncomplicated scrambler with a cool look, light-footed handling and a rev-happy engine - riding fun guaranteed for everyone. The CL500 proves to be a fun companion for every day on paved and unpaved roads. With a wide range of accessories available ex works, the Scrambler can be completely customised.

attractive price

comfortable ergonomics

stylish look

agile, easy handling

Display poorly legible

little long-distance comfort