Honda CBR 500 R model year 2021: A2 athletes homologated according to Euro 5

Honda CBR 500 R model year 2021

A2 athletes homologated to Euro 5

The model update of the Honda CBR 500 R is exclusively dedicated to the Euro 5 homologation. It does not get new colors like the CB 500 F and CB 500 X.

E.ine A2 compatible "Pocket rocket" Honda calls its CBR 500 R. But despite its 48 hp peak performance, it means business and rolls on with clip-ons. The driver ducks behind the windshield and fairing in a sporty way. The 48 hp at 8,600 rpm and 43 Nm torque at 6,500 turns match the performance data of the sisters CB 500 F and CB 500 X, but feel different. Except in ergonomics, it differs only marginally from its 500 cousin. It also rolls on with a colorful LC display, which is equipped with a gear indicator and a gearshift indicator, among other things. The latter is set to 8,750 / min as standard, but can be individually adjusted between 5,000 and 8,750 / min in steps of 250.

No visual changes

Honda speaks of one for the CBR 500 R for model year 2021 "aerodynamically focused make-over" and "improved aerodynamics", does not, however, go into detail on measures or changes. At first and second glance, we do not see any visual change in the CBR 500 R compared to the 2020 model.

Accessories for CBR 500 R 2021

The following Honda original accessories are available for the CB 500 F: 35 liter top case, luggage rack, tank bag, rear pannier, high windshield, heated grips, rim tapes, tank pad, 12 V socket, passenger cover.

Technical data Honda CBR 500 R 2021

  • Liquid-cooled parallel twin with 471 cm³ displacement
  • Bore x stroke: 67mm x 66.8mm
  • Compression: 10.7: 1
  • Max. Power: 48 HP (35 kW) at 8,600 rpm
  • Max. Torque: 43 Nm at 6,500 rpm
  • Engine oil volume: 3.2 liters
  • Tank capacity: 17.1 liters (including reserve)
  • Consumption (WMTC): 3.5 liters / 100 km
  • 6 speed transmission; Multiple discs in an oil bath
  • Tubular steel frame
  • Dimensions (L x W x H): 2.080mm x 755mm x 1.145mm
  • Seat height: 785 mm
  • Wheelbase: 1,410 mm
  • Steering head angle: 25.5 °
  • Trail: 102 mm
  • Ground clearance: 130 mm
  • Weight (full tank): 192 kg
  • Front suspension: 41 mm telescopic fork, adjustable spring preload
  • Rear suspension: box swing arm with Pro-Link suspension, spring preload can be adjusted 5 times
  • Front wheels: aluminum spoked wheels
  • Rear wheels: aluminum spoked wheels
  • Front tire size: 120 / 70ZR – 17M / C
  • Rear tire size: 160 / 60ZR – 17M / C
  • Brakes: ABS
  • Front brake: 320 mm wave brake disc with 2-piston brake caliper
  • Rear brake: 240 mm wave brake disc with single-piston brake caliper

Conclusion

The Honda CBR 500 R is homologated to Euro 5 in model year 2021. The performance data and equipment have not changed compared to the 2020 model. It will also be available unchanged in the color variants Grand Prix Red, Matt Axis Gray Metallic and Pearl Metalloid White.

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