Honda CBR500R 2025 vs. KTM 450 EXC-F 2025

Honda CBR500R 2025

KTM 450 EXC-F 2025

Overview - Honda CBR500R 2025 vs KTM 450 EXC-F 2025

Honda CBR500R 2025

KTM 450 EXC-F 2025

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Technical Specifications Honda CBR500R 2025 compared to KTM 450 EXC-F 2025

Honda CBR500R 2025

KTM 450 EXC-F 2025

Honda CBR500R 2025

KTM 450 EXC-F 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	95 mm
Stroke	Stroke	66.8 mm	Stroke	63.4 mm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.7	Compression Ratio	12.75
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
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	471 ccm	Displacement	449.9 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	WP
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	48 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Rake	Rake	64.5 degree	Rake	63.9 degree

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	296 mm	Diameter	260 mm

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	220 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	160 mm	Rear tyre width	140 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,410 mm	Wheelbase	1,489 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	785 mm	Seat Height	963 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17.1 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	8.5 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CBR500R 2025

The Honda CBR500R impresses as a versatile and reliable bike with good throttle response, smooth engine running and comfortable ergonomics, ideal for touring riders. Its effective brakes and stable suspension ensure confidence and safety. Visually appealing and with a high-quality finish, it offers solid electronics. However, the high weight and less torquey power compromise sporty riding. The limited maximum lean angle limits the sportiness. Overall, it is a reliable bike with comfort and safety, but with limitations when it comes to sporty riding.

Good throttle response and controllability

Quiet and silky smooth engine running

Comfortable ergonomics suitable for touring

Effective brakes and reliable ABS system

Stability and confidence-inspiring suspension

Attractive appearance and high-quality workmanship

Solid electronics with user-friendly traction control

High weight affects handling and power

Less powerful and aggressive engine than expected

Suspension only adjustable at the rear

Limited maximum lean angle due to footrests touching down early

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KTM 450 EXC-F 2025

The KTM 450 EXC 2025 impresses as a reliable enduro bike all-rounder that scores particularly well on longer rides with its smooth and powerful engine characteristics.

wide torque curve forgives many riding errors

always clean reponsiveness

the engine easily shakes the power out of its sleeve and is never really challenged. Hard-working riders who put in long hours will probably be happier with it than with the more radical 250cc or 350cc models

smooth, quiet power delivery

comparatively low fuel consumption

practical maintenance intervals

good traction

pleasantly controllable engine brake

The engine heats up quickly on very slow sections

slightly more demanding on downhill sections than the small displacements or 2-Strokes

sound is a little too intrusive in sensitive regions

tedious throttling requires new mapping in the ECU