Honda CB500 Hornet 2025 vs. Triumph Speed 400 2025

Honda CB500 Hornet 2025

Triumph Speed 400 2025

Overview - Honda CB500 Hornet 2025 vs Triumph Speed 400 2025

Honda CB500 Hornet 2025

Triumph Speed 400 2025

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Technical Specifications Honda CB500 Hornet 2025 compared to Triumph Speed 400 2025

Honda CB500 Hornet 2025

Triumph Speed 400 2025

Honda CB500 Hornet 2025

Triumph Speed 400 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	89 mm
Stroke	Stroke	66.8 mm	Stroke	64 mm
Engine power	Engine power	48 HP	Engine power	40 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,600 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	43 Nm	Torque	37.5 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.7	Compression Ratio	12
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	1
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	398 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down 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
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload
Material	Material	Steel	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Rake	Rake	25.5 degree	Rake	24.6 degree
Trail	Trail	102 mm	Trail	102 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	296 mm	Diameter	300 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial
Brand	Brand	Nissin	Brand	Bybre

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	230 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Ride by Wire, 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	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	160 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,080 mm	Length	2,056 mm
Width	Width	800 mm	Width	795 mm
Height	Height	1,060 mm	Height	1,075 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,410 mm	Wheelbase	1,377 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	785 mm	Seat Height	790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	188 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	170 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17.1 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	13 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A2
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	80 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	84 g/km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display	Equipment	LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB500 Hornet 2025

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

Triumph Speed 400 2025

The Speedy 400 is a really smart A2-class naked bike at a low price. The engine could be a little more agile, but the small Speed 400 offers a nice torque plateau in the mid-range. Thanks to its low weight, the handling is perfectly fine and the suspension offers an appropriate compromise between comfort and sport - with a tendency towards comfort. Although the brakes only have one disc at the front, they are really effective. Finally, the electronics also score points, with even a disengageable traction control system on board.

Attractive appearance

Easy to ride

Good ride comfort

Resilient engine

Comfortable seating position

Accessible for all rider types

Smooth running

Great workmanship for this class

Easy-to-read display

Pleasant acceleration

Good engine sound

Soft suspension