2016 CBR500R Spec Sheet

FEATURES & BENEFITS

FEATURE DETAIL BENEFIT
Revised bodywork Supersport styling Sharper, more aggressive look; aerodynamic lines
New headlights, taillight LED; dual headlights Unique look, great visibility
Stepped, two-piece seat design 30.0 in. height, strap for passenger Supersport styling cues, with room for a passenger
New fuel tank, fuel cap Capacity increased by .3 gallons; hinged cap Increased range, more user-friendly
471cc DOHC liquid-cooled parallel twin Same piston-bore size as CBR600RR Good torque, broad spread of power for maximum versatility
Revised transmission Different shape of shift-drum center Smoother gear-change feel
Improved exhaust design Shorter length Improved mass centralization, exhaust note
New front brake lever Five-step adjustment mechanism Adaptable to suit rider preference
Revised fork Preload adjuster now included Adaptable to the situation (i.e., riding with passenger, cargo)
Revised passenger foot pegs Smaller shape, die-cast aluminum construction Sporty feel
New ignition key "Wave" design Smoother operation

•1-year, transferable, unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan.
•Meets current EPA standards. California version meets current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment.
*Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel-ready to ride.

SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE
TYPE 471cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin
BORE x STROKE 67.0mm x 66.8mm
INDUCTION PGM-FI w/ 34mm throttle bodies
IGNITION Computer-controlled digital transistorized w/ electronic advance
COMPRESSION RATIO 10.7:1
VALVE TRAIN DOHC; four valves per cylinder

 

DRIVETRAIN
TRANSMISSION Six-speed
FINAL DRIVE O-ring-sealed chain

 

CHASSIS
FRONT SUSPENSION 41mm fork; 4.3 in. travel
REAR SUSPENSION Pro-Link® single shock w/ nine-position spring preload adjustability; 4.7 in. travel
FRONT BRAKE Twin-piston caliper w/ one 320mm wave disc
REAR BRAKE Single-caliper 240mm wave disc
FRONT TIRE 120/70-17
REAR TIRE 160/60-17

 

GEOMETRY / MEASUREMENTS
RAKE 25.5 degrees
TRAIL 102mm (4.01 in.)
WHEELBASE 55.5 in.
SEAT HEIGHT 30.7 in.
CURB WEIGHT 423.2/427.6 lbs.* (Standard/ABS)
FUEL CAPACITY 4.4 gal.
MPG TBD
COLORS Red, Matte Black Metallic, Pearl White