StreetModel year 2026Global version
Honda CB500 HORNET

Honda CB500 HORNET

Street · 471 cc

Manufacturer suggested retail price5,899 USDHonda United States · 2026-09-19
Variant
CB500 HORNET

Specifications

Engine7 items

Engine configuration
471cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin four-stroke
Bore × stroke
67.0mm x 66.8mm
Compression ratio
10.7:1
Valves
DOHC; four valves per cylinder
Fuel system
Programmed Fuel-Injection system (PGM-FI); 34mm throttle body
Engine displacement
471ccSource wording: 471cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin four-stroke
Cooling system
Liquid-cooledSource wording: 471cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin four-stroke

Fuel and transmission4 items

Transmission
Six-speed manual
Final drive
O-ring-sealed chain; 15T/41T
Fuel tank capacity
17.03LSource wording: 4.5 gallons
Emission standard
Meets current EPA standards. Models sold in California meet current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment.

Chassis, brakes and suspension8 items

Front suspension
41mm inverted Showa® SFF-BP fork; 4.7-inch travel
Rear suspension
Single shock; 4.7-inch travel
Front brake
Dual 296mm discs with four-piston calipers; ABS
Rear brake
Single 240mm disc; ABS
Front tyre
120/70R-17
Rear tyre
160/60-17
Steering angle
25.5°
Trail
101.6mmSource wording: 4.0 inches

Dimensions and weight3 items

Wheelbase
1409.7mmSource wording: 55.5 inches
Seat height
789.94mmSource wording: 31.1 inches
Ready-to-ride weight
187.79kgSource wording: 414 pounds (includes all standard equipment, required fluids and a full tank of fuel)

Equipment2 items

Model code
CB500FA
Available colours
Black

Other declared specifications2 items

Duration
Transferable, one year included, limited warranty
Optional Extended
Extended coverage available with a HondaCare® Protection Plan

Sources

Specifications can vary by model year, country and variant.

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