Rieju Century 2024 vs. Honda CL500 2024

Rieju Century 2024

Honda CL500 2024

Overview - Rieju Century 2024 vs Honda CL500 2024

Rieju Century 2024

Honda CL500 2024

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Technical Specifications Rieju Century 2024 compared to Honda CL500 2024

Rieju Century 2024

Honda CL500 2024

Rieju Century 2024

Honda CL500 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	58 mm	Bore	67 mm
Stroke	Stroke	47 mm	Stroke	66.8 mm
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	1	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	125 ccm	Displacement	471 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	41 mm

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Dual Shock	Shock absorber	Dual Shock

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	280 mm	Diameter	310 mm

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	220 mm	Diameter	240 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	100 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	18 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	130 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,025 mm	Length	2,175 mm
Width	Width	785 mm	Width	831 mm
Height	Height	1,070 mm	Height	1,135 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,360 mm	Wheelbase	1,485 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	790 mm	Seat Height	790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	9.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	12 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A1	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Rieju Century 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Honda CL500 2024

The Honda CL500 is an uncomplicated scrambler with a cool look, light-footed handling and a surprisingly revvy engine. It offers riding pleasure for everyone, whether on the road or on light off-road terrain. The CL500 shines on winding roads in particular with its agile, intuitive riding experience. Its versatility and accessibility make it an ideal companion for everyday use, while Honda's extensive range of accessories allows the scrambler to be customised. Even on demanding long-distance routes, such as the Balkan Rally, the CL500 has proven to be a reliable and fun partner.

Attractive price

comfortable ergonomics

stylish looks

agile, light handling

good stability

cultivated two-cylinder engine

Display difficult to read in direct sunlight

little pillion passenger comfort on long journeys

small tank requires frequent refuelling stops

suspension under-damped in poor road conditions