Honda CL500 2025 vs. Kawasaki W230 2025

Honda CL500 2025

Honda CL500 2025

Kawasaki W230 2025

Kawasaki W230 2025

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Overview - Honda CL500 2025 vs Kawasaki W230 2025

Honda CL500 2025

Honda CL500 2025

Kawasaki W230 2025

Kawasaki W230 2025

Technical Specifications Honda CL500 2025 compared to Kawasaki W230 2025

Honda CL500 2025
Kawasaki W230 2025

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore67 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power46 HPEngine power18 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,000 rpm
TorqueTorque43 NmTorque18.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque5,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio9
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigital, TransistorIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder2
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement233 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter37 mm
TravelTravel150 mmTravel117 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel145 mmTravel95 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialSteelMaterialSteel

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake27 degreeRake63 degree
TrailTrail108 mmTrail99 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter265 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter220 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width110 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height90 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,175 mmLength2,125 mm
WidthWidth830 mmWidth800 mm
HeightHeight1,135 mmHeight1,090 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,485 mmWheelbase1,415 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height745 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)192 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)143 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12 lFuel Tank Capacity12 l
Euro NormEuro NormEuro 5+Euro NormEuro 5+

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-HeadlightsEquipmentLED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CL500 2025

Honda CL500 2025

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

Kawasaki W230 2025

Kawasaki W230 2025

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CL500 vs Kawasaki W230

Price Honda CL500

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