Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

Technical Specifications Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	81 mm
Stroke	Stroke	66.8 mm	Stroke	62.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	48 HP	Engine power	71 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,600 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,800 rpm
Torque	Torque	43 Nm	Torque	62 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.7	Compression Ratio	11.2
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	2
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	645 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	43 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Shock mount	Shock mount	Pro-Link	Shock mount	Deflection
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload
Material	Material	Steel	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Rake	Rake	25.5 degree	Rake	64 degree
Trail	Trail	102 mm	Trail	110 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	296 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	260 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single 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	80 %
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	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,080 mm	Length	2,275 mm
Width	Width	800 mm	Width	835 mm
Height	Height	1,060 mm	Height	1,405 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,410 mm	Wheelbase	1,560 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	785 mm	Seat Height	815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	188 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	216 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17.1 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A

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

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

The V-Strom 650 XT may be getting on a bit, but it's still a good bike. Especially if you don't need a colour display and don't intend to leave the paved road. The 650 is an easy motorbike to ride and is hardly ever out of its depth. What's more, this model has already proven itself a zillion times over, which underlines its durability and longevity.

Simple, uncomplicated bike

proven technology

good price/performance ratio

Design and equipment are a bit outdated

very limited off-road capability

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB500 Hornet vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

Price Honda CB500 Hornet

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Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

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Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

Technical Specifications Honda CB500 Hornet 2024 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Assistance Systems

Dimensions and Weights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB500 Hornet vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

Price Honda CB500 Hornet

Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

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