Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 vs. Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2024

Overview - Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 vs Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2024

Technical Specifications Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 compared to Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	89 mm
Stroke	Stroke	66.8 mm	Stroke	64 mm
Engine power	Engine power	48 HP	Engine power	45 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,600 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	43 Nm	Torque	39 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.7	Compression Ratio	12.6
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	471 ccm	Displacement	398.6 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	WP
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	43 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload
Material	Material	Steel	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Rake	Rake	25.5 degree	Rake	66 degree
Trail	Trail	102 mm	Trail	95 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	296 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	240 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	160 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,410 mm	Wheelbase	1,368 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	785 mm	Seat Height	820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17.1 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	13 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A2
Range	Range	488 km	Range	263 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	80 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	79 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	3.5 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	3.4 l/100km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display	Equipment	Connectivity, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

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

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2024

With the 2024 update, the Svartpilen 401 has become significantly larger, more mature, heavier and more modern. With a lower seat height and wider dimensions, it has become more attractive for both short and tall pilots. The new TFT display is more attractive to look at and offers practical benefits. Despite the extra weight, the Svartpilen remains an agile fun bike with decent grunt from the single cylinder, a relaxed riding position and adjustable, well-functioning suspension. The only thing that spoils the riding pleasure is the weak, less powerful brakes. If the old Svartpilen was too small or too high, you should give it another chance in 2024.

Fun single-cylinder engine with top quickshifter and low vibrations

Adjustable chassis

More space in the saddle than before

More accessible than before

Beautiful TFT display & lush electronics

Weak brakes with a doughy pressure point

Higher weight than before

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Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 vs. Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2024

Overview - Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 vs Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2024

Technical Specifications Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 compared to Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Assistance Systems

Dimensions and Weights

Equipment

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2024

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB500 Hornet vs Husqvarna Svartpilen 401

Price Honda CB500 Hornet

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