Honda CB500F 2013 vs. Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2017

Honda CB500F 2013

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2017

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Technical Specifications Honda CB500F 2013 compared to Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2017

Honda CB500F 2013

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2017

Honda CB500F 2013

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	81 mm
Stroke	Stroke	66.8 mm	Stroke	62.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	48 HP	Engine power	72 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	5,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,400 rpm
Torque	Torque	43 Nm	Torque	64 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,400 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.7	Compression Ratio	11.5
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Displacement	Displacement	471 ccm	Displacement	645 ccm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 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	160 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	2,075 mm	Length	2,130 mm
Width	Width	780 mm	Width	760 mm
Height	Height	1,060 mm	Height	1,080 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,410 mm	Wheelbase	1,445 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	790 mm	Seat Height	785 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.7 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB500F 2013

However, such minor details cannot tarnish the good image of the Honda CB500F. After the first few metres, there was no question that it would be an excellent choice as an entry-level motorbike. But the fact that it can also meet higher demands is a little surprising, especially the engine pleases with its agile response and pronounced revving pleasure.

Relatively low overall weight

agile

nimble handling

acceptable chassis

good comfort

strong engine

successful seating position.

Partially shoddy workmanship

lack of gear indicator.

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2017

The Suzuki's top performer is clearly its engine; the V2 is wonderfully agile and powerful. This often makes up for the somewhat feminine appearance, which this racy engine does not really deserve.

solid handling

good ergonomics

powerful V2 engine

cheap-looking swingarm

telescopic fork