CB500F, ER-6n or XJ6: which A2 motorcycle to choose ?

The two Kawasaki ER-6n and Yamaha XJ6 roadsters are currently the favorite motorcycles for apprentice bikers and their motorcycle schools, but the new entry-level Honda CB500F intends to change the situation. Site compares them for you. Test !

Practical aspects and equipment

	Honda CB500F	Kawasaki ER-6n	Yamaha XJ6

Instrumentation

Daily trip 2 2 2 Fuel gauge Yes Yes Yes Engine temperature no no Yes Outside temperature no no no Clock Yes Yes Yes Gear indicator engaged no no no Stopwatch no no no Shift-light no no no Consumption indicator Avg + instant Avg + instant no Handlebar controls no no no

Convenient

Coded key Yes Yes Yes Warning Yes Yes Yes Adjustable brake lever no Yes Yes Adjustable clutch lever no Yes no Passenger handle Yes Yes Yes Luggage rack no no no Adjustable front suspension no no no Adjustable Ar suspension preload preload preload Central stand no no no Safe that can accommodate an anti-theft device Yes (small U) Yes (small U) Yes (small U) Lashing hooks 4 6 no Tank cap on hinges no Yes Yes Rear wheel washer no Yes no

Electronics – piloting aids

ABS series option (600 €) option (500 €) Coupled braking no no no Adjustable mapping no no no Anti-slip no no no Speed ​​regulator no no no Honda CB500F Kawasaki ER-6n Yamaha XJ6

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