Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Thunder Edition 2024 vs. Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Thunder Edition 2024

Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Thunder Edition 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

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Technical Specifications Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Thunder Edition 2024 compared to Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Thunder Edition 2024
Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore78 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke67.8 mmStroke66.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power48 HPEngine power48 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,150 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,600 rpm
TorqueTorque52 NmTorque43 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,150 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9.5 Compression Ratio10.7
DisplacementDisplacement648 ccmDisplacement471 ccm

Brakes Front

DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter296 mm

Brakes Rear

DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter240 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width130 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,119 mmLength2,080 mm
WidthWidth745 mmWidth800 mm
HeightHeight1,067 mmHeight1,060 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,398 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height785 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)212 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)188 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12.5 lFuel Tank Capacity17.1 l
RangeRange296 kmRange488 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions99 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions80 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.21 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption3.5 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Thunder Edition 2024

Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Thunder Edition 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Thunder Edition vs Honda CB500 Hornet

Price Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Thunder Edition

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

Price Honda CB500 Hornet

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