It is not in vain in the biker environment there is an opinion thatEverything on which the magic word “Honda” is written is distinguished by high quality, with detailed design and 100% justifies its rather high price. A lot of motorcycles, which have become real legends and the subject of dreams of millions of people who can’t imagine life without iron horses, have left the conveyors of this manufacturer.
Но монстр японского мотопрома ориентируется не only on the elect, ready to fork out at a motosalone for several tens of thousands of dollars. Honda CB 500 - an excellent proof of this. This classic road bike, even at the peak of glory, was not shocked by the price. However, this does not mean that in its production, Honda has changed its highest quality standards. Our review is useful to those who are thinking about buying this model.
Short story
Launch of the Honda CB 500 motorcycle launched in 1993year The model was developed exclusively for the European and US markets. The first time motorcycles of this series were made in Japan, and after a while the production was transferred to Italy. This bike went off the assembly lines of the concern for 10 years. Periodically, the manufacturer made some changes, but they concerned mainly the device brakes. Neither the design nor the performance characteristics were not affected.
Versions
Initially, the model was produced without a fairing, and only in 1998 appeared version with it. Its presence is indicated by the S mark in the title.
You can find other Latin letters attached to the name of the motorcycle. Basically they denote the country and year of production, as well as the features of the model.
Name | Year of issue | A country | Features |
CB 500R | 1994 | Japan | rear drum brake, front brake Nissin |
CB 500T | 1996 | Italy, Japan | without significant features |
CB 500V | from November 1996 | Italy | rear disc brake, front brake Brembo |
CB 500W and CB 500SW | 1998 | Italy | without significant features (version S - with fairing) |
CB 500X and CB 500SX | December 1998 | Italy | without significant features (version S - with fairing) |
CB 500Y and CB 500SY | 2000-2003 | Italy | without significant features (version S - with fairing) |
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If you are thinking about purchasing a motorcycleHonda CB 500, specifications certainly will interest you first. The bike is built on a steel duplex frame and is equipped with a two-cylinder four-stroke engine with a capacity of 499 "cubes", which is capable of delivering power up to 58 hp Fuel is supplied using two Keihin CV carburetors. The drive is a chain, ignition - electronic. All models have a 37 mm telescope fork with a stroke of 115 mm. There is a double shock absorber at the back. Dry weight - 170 kg, and with a full tank the motorcycle weighs 190. The fuel tank capacity is 18 liters, which is a lot at the stated expense.
Behavior on the road
Motorcycle Honda CB 500, whose characteristicstypical for a road builder, can accelerate to a hundred in 4.3 seconds. The manufacturer claims a maximum speed of 185 km / h, but even an experienced pilot should not forget that this is still not a sport, and you should not accelerate too much.
Reviews of owners of this motorcycle unanimouslytestify to his quick reactions to the team, calm character and excellent stability. Buying this model, you can be sure that the skidding and drifts with skillful management are not terrible for you. In many ways, the behavior on the road depends on the coverage. Late autumn with snowy and icy areas is not the best time to show off on this bike. On the gravel, the bike behaves extremely uncertainly.
Pilot and passenger comfort
Many high-growth owners say thatthe bike is rather low. For those whose height exceeds 1.8 m, it may seem too small and the distance from the saddle to the steps. Landing a pilot on a Honda CB 500 motorcycle is typical for most road builders - with a slight inclination forward. The passenger can accommodate comfortably. The rear seat is spacious, durable, elastic.
The target audience of the motorcycle Honda CB 500, reviews
First of all, this bike is designed for those whoI have to go all over the city. This is truly his element. Most often, this model is chosen by those who already have at least a small driving experience. It can be recommended as a first motorcycle, but it will take perseverance and caution to develop a skill. Not everyone is happy with mirrors. Many see their own shoulders, not the road.
Owner reviews are often related to fuel consumption.and motorcycle maintenance costs. Honda CB 500 absorbs an average of 5.5 liters per hundred, but a lot depends on driving style. With proper care, the motorcycle pleases the host for many years, and a wide dealer network and numerous service centers help to provide this care.
Honda SV500 from Asia
It is worth noting that there is another modelwhich is often confused with the Honda CB 500 motorcycle described in this article. A review would be incomplete without mentioning an Asian bike. There are three modifications:
- Sport Honda CBR500R;
- Nyked Honda CB500F;
- Enduro Tour Honda CB500X
На фото выше можно видеть нейкед тайского production, which is even visually easy to distinguish from the Japanese and Italian classics. The differences between them are insignificant and mainly relate to body kit. All 3 models are manufactured in Thailand and sold in Asia. Sportbike is the only motorcycle from this whole series, which can be bought in Russia. Here it is important to understand that this is a completely different model, which has nothing to do with the topic of our review, except for a consonant name.
Price list
Найти в салонах мотоцикл, производство которого It was discontinued almost 15 years ago, almost impossible. But if you dream about this model, you should pay attention to the secondary market. A motorcycle without a run in the Russian Federation will cost an average of 3-3.5 thousand dollars. The main competitors of the model today are the Kawasaki ER-5 and Suzuki GS-500.
