Honda CBR500R 2015 vs. Yamaha XV 950 R 2014

Honda CBR500R 2015

Yamaha XV 950 R 2014

Technical Specifications Honda CBR500R 2015 compared to Yamaha XV 950 R 2014

Honda CBR500R 2015

Yamaha XV 950 R 2014

Honda CBR500R 2015

Yamaha XV 950 R 2014

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	85 mm
Stroke	Stroke	66.8 mm	Stroke	83 mm
Engine power	Engine power	48 HP	Engine power	52 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	5,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	5,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	43 Nm	Torque	79.5 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	3,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.7	Compression Ratio	9
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Belt
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	Air
Displacement	Displacement	471 ccm	Displacement	942 ccm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	100 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	160 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,075 mm	Length	2,290 mm
Width	Width	740 mm	Width	830 mm
Height	Height	1,145 mm	Height	1,120 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,410 mm	Wheelbase	1,570 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	790 mm	Seat Height	690 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	194 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	251 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.7 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	12 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CBR500R 2015

Supersport and everyday utility are two extremes that can only be combined in a compromise that only partially satisfies both sides. Honda has decided to pay more attention to everyday use and to make the CBR500R as accessible and rideable as possible. Visually, it looks sharper than it is, but fun is still not neglected because Honda always pays attention to quality and a harmonious set-up. A good choice for A2 riders and all those for whom 48 hp is enough.

Reliable

cleanly finished

relaxed seating position

low seat

attractive design

not a real super sports car

A2-level performance

Yamaha XV 950 R 2014

Visually, the Yamaha XV950R does everything right - it stands out from the wide variety of cruisers with its sporty touch. In riding, however, it does not stand out significantly from the competition. The XV950R also has the usual problem with low lean angle clearance, which is not helped by the firmer tuning of the chassis.

Minimalist look with sporty accents

cultivated engine

taut and stable chassis

stable brakes

good workmanship

low centre of gravity and low seat height advantageous for smaller riders.

Engine has too little "momentum"

low lean angle clearance

restrained sound.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CBR500R vs Yamaha XV 950 R

Price Honda CBR500R

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Price Yamaha XV 950 R

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