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View Page2025 HONDA CBR500R – SPORTBIKE SOUL WITH STREETWISE SENSIBILITY
Looking for the perfect blend of performance, style, and all-day comfort? The 2025 Honda CBR500R delivers exactly that. Sleek, aggressive styling meets a proven parallel-twin engine, making this sportbike an ideal companion for everything from commuting through downtown San Diego to carving up mountain roads on the weekend. It’s approachable without being basic, powerful without being overwhelming, and efficient without sacrificing fun.
The CBR500R’s aggressive bodywork takes its cues from the CBR1000RR, while a comfortable upright riding position and smooth powerband make it easy to live with every day. Whether you're moving up from a 300cc or looking for a sensible entry into the supersport scene, the CBR500R lets you ride with confidence, style, and legendary Honda reliability.
ENGINE TYPE: 471cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin
BORE & STROKE: 67.0mm x 66.8mm
COMPRESSION RATIO: 10.7:1
FUEL SYSTEM: PGM-FI fuel injection with 34mm throttle bodies
IGNITION: Computer-controlled digital transistorized
TRANSMISSION: 6-speed with assist and slipper clutch
FINAL DRIVE: O-ring-sealed chain
FRONT SUSPENSION: 41mm Showa SFF-BP USD fork
REAR SUSPENSION: Pro-Link single shock with 5-stage preload adjustability
FRONT BRAKE: Dual 296mm discs with 4-piston calipers; ABS
REAR BRAKE: 240mm disc; ABS
FRONT TIRE: 120/70ZR-17
REAR TIRE: 160/60ZR-17
SEAT HEIGHT: 31.1 inches
FUEL CAPACITY: 4.5 gallons
CURB WEIGHT: 423 pounds
471CC PARALLEL-TWIN ENGINE: Smooth, torquey, and fuel-efficient, the DOHC twin-cylinder engine offers strong low-to-midrange power — perfect for both city and canyon use.
NEW STYLING FOR 2025: Sharper fairings, integrated LED lighting, and aerodynamic updates give the CBR500R an even more aggressive, race-inspired look.
ASSIST AND SLIPPER CLUTCH: Reduces lever effort and helps prevent rear-wheel hop on downshifts — enhancing both comfort and control.
INVERTED SHOWA FORK: The 41mm Showa Separate Function Big Piston fork (SFF-BP) improves front-end feedback and stability under braking.
TFT DISPLAY & SMARTPHONE CONNECTIVITY: A bright, modern TFT screen offers gear position, revs, speed, and connects to your phone via Honda RoadSync for calls, music, and navigation.
ABS WITH DUAL DISC BRAKES: Dual 296mm front discs with 4-piston calipers and ABS offer strong stopping power with enhanced safety in real-world conditions.
LIGHTWEIGHT AND BALANCED: The steel diamond-tube frame delivers superb handling, with weight distribution tuned for confidence and agility at any speed.
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