2026 Honda CB500 Hornet Specifications

ENGINE  
Type 471cc liquid-cooled four-stroke, parallel twin
Valvetrain DOHC; four valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke 67.0mm x 66.8mm
Compression Ratio 10.7:1
Induction Programmed electronic fuel injection (PGM-FI) w/ 34mm throttle bodies
Ignition Full transistorized ignition
Starter Push-button electric start
Transmission Six-speed manual
Clutch Multiplate wet
Final Drive O-ring-sealed chain; 15T / 41T
SUSPENSION  
Front 41mm Showa Separate Function Fork Big Piston (SFF-BP) inverted telescopic fork; 4.7-inch travel
Rear Pro-Link® single shock absorber w/ nine-position spring preload adjustability; 4.7-inch travel
BRAKES  
Front Dual two-piston hydraulic calipers w/ 296mm petal-style discs; ABS
Rear Single one-piston hydraulic caliper w/ 240mm petal-style disc; ABS
TIRES  
Front 120/70R-17
Rear 160/60-17
MEASUREMENTS  
Rake 25.5º
Trail 4.0 inches (101mm)
Length 81.9 inches
Width 31.4 inches
Height 41.7 inches
Ground Clearance  5.7 inches
Seat Height 31.1 inches
Wheelbase 55.5 inches
Fuel Capacity 4.5 gallons
Curb Weight* 414 pounds
OTHER  
Color Matte Black Metallic
Warranty 1 year

 

*Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel—ready to ride Meets current EPA standards
Models sold in California meet current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment Specifications subject to change