Honda CL500 2023 vs. Suzuki DR-Z4SM 2025

Honda CL500 2023

Honda CL500 2023

Suzuki DR-Z4SM 2025

Suzuki DR-Z4SM 2025

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Technical Specifications Honda CL500 2023 compared to Suzuki DR-Z4SM 2025

Honda CL500 2023
Suzuki DR-Z4SM 2025

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore67 mmBore90 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power47 HPEngine power38 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque43.4 NmTorque37 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio11.1
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement398 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel150 mmTravel260 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel145 mmTravel277 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialSteelMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake27 degreeRake63.5 degree
TrailTrail108 mmTrail95 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width140 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,175 mmLength2,195 mm
WidthWidth831 mmWidth885 mm
HeightHeight1,135 mmHeight1,190 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,485 mmWheelbase1,465 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height890 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)192 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)154 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12 lFuel Tank Capacity8.7 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA2
RangeRange488 kmRange255 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions84 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions80 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption3.6 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption3.4 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-HeadlightsEquipmentLED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CL500 2023

Honda CL500 2023

Uncomplicated scrambler with a cool look, light-footed handling and a rev-happy engine - riding fun guaranteed for everyone. The CL500 proves to be a fun companion for every day on paved and unpaved roads. With a wide range of accessories available ex works, the Scrambler can be completely customised.

attractive price

comfortable ergonomics

stylish look

agile, easy handling

Display poorly legible

little long-distance comfort

Suzuki DR-Z4SM 2025

Suzuki DR-Z4SM 2025

With its 398cc single cylinder and geometry, the Suzuki DR-Z4SM provides plenty of riding pleasure. Easy handling, height agility, decent acceleration. It is a real fun bike, especially in winding areas, on short distances or in city traffic. With the 8.7-litre tank, it can theoretically cover 256 km, but a stress-free 200 km to the next stop is always realistic. Yet there are points of criticism. At 9,699 euros in Germany and 9,990 euros in Austria, it is priced in the premium segment. At this price, we would have expected more: more power, sixth gear, quickshifter, adjustable levers or a more comfortable seat. The bottom line is that the DR-Z4SM is a stylish, agile A2 supermoto with reasonable maintenance intervals, which is great fun in the city and on the track, but still has air at high rpms in terms of price-performance ratio.

Agile handling, extremely light-footed

Cleanly tuned engine, sufficient acceleration

Good chassis base with many adjustabilities

Simple but useful electronics package

Classic look with modern features, LED lighting as standard

Easy to maintain and stable

Price in the premium segment

5-speed transmission

No quickshifter available

Seat very hard, sporty knee angle

Lever not adjustable

Power noticeably weak above 8,500 rpm

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CL500 vs Suzuki DR-Z4SM

Price Honda CL500

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