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Honda CB 500 F model year 2021

A2-Naked Bike fit for Euro 5

The Honda CB 500 F is one of the most popular motorcycles in the A2-compatible 48 hp class. It will get a few updates for the 2021 model year.

The popular Honda came in mid-2020 VS.B 500 F to 729 new registrations, which put it in 27th place in the registration statistics. Not bad. For comparison: The CBR 500 R was in 50th place with 392 new registrations, the CB 500 X in 67th place with 331 units. Only the brand sister CMX 500 Rebel prevailed against the CB 500 F in the competition of the 500 series, which usually won romps in the top 10 – in the first half of 2020 with 1,129 copies in 9th place.

For beginners, climbers and those switching

The Honda CB 500 F is particularly popular in the age group up to 24 years and with drivers between 45 and 54 years of age. We suspect that some are newcomers and candidates for promotion from the 125 class and the others are beginners or those switching to the A2 class. And the A2-compatible 48 hp of the CB 500 F will remain in the 2021 model year: At 8,600 rpm, maximum power is available, while 43 Newton meters of maximum torque is available at 6,500 rpm.

The Honda CB 500 F puts together a well-rounded package in the 2021 model year: the 471 cm³ two-cylinder pushes, the 6-speed gearbox slips and the ergonomics will please both young and old pilots. Since the comprehensive 2019 update, the colorful LC display has been informing the driver of which gear he has engaged and uses the configurable shift indicator to signal when it is time for the next gear.

Honda CB 500 F 2021 in 2 new colors

In model year 2021, the Honda CB 500 F will also be available in two new colors: Candy Caribbean Blue Sea and Candy Moon Glow Yellow. In addition, the colors Grand Prix Red and Matt Gunpowder Black Metallic will continue to be available, while the two variants in Pearl Metalloid White / Matt Pearl Agile Blue and Candy Energy Orange will no longer be available.

Accessories for CB 500 F 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, rim tapes, tank pad, 12 V socket, passenger cover, main stand.

Technical data Honda CB 500 F 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 790mm x 1,060mm
  • Seat height: 785 mm
  • Wheelbase: 1,410 mm
  • Steering head angle: 25.5 °
  • Trail: 102 mm
  • Ground clearance: 145 mm
  • Weight (full tank): 189 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 / 70R – 17M / C
  • Rear tire size: 160 / 60R – 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 CB 500 F is homologated for the Euro 5 standard in the 2021 model year – like its 500 cm³ sisters CB 500 X and CBR 500 R. There are also two new color variants with Candy Caribbean Blue Sea and Candy Moon Glow Yellow. But that was by and large already with the facelift for the A2 naked bike, which underwent a comprehensive revision in 2019.

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