| Engine | BMW R nineT | Honda CB500 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1170 cc | 499 cc |
| Max power | 110 hp (@7 550 RPM) | 57 hp (@9 500 RPM) |
| Max torque | 87 lb ft (@6 000 RPM) | 34 lb ft (@8 000 RPM) |
| Redline | 8 500 RPM | 10 500 RPM |
| Idling speed | 1 500 RPM | |
| Management | Fuel Injection | Carburetor |
| Layout | DOHC Flat-2 | DOHC Inline-2 |
| Compression | 12.00:1 | 10.50:1 |
| Oil capacity | 3.79 quart | 2.93 quart |
| Oil type | 15W50, Motul 300V 15W50, Liqui Moly 15W50 | 10W40, Motul 5100, Shell Rotella 10W40 |
| Spark plug type | NGK MAR8B-JDS | NGK CR8EH9 |
| Cooling | Air | Liquid |
| Valves | 8 | 8 |
| Bore | 101.0 mm | 73.0 mm |
| Stroke | 73.0 mm | 59.0 mm |
| Weight to power | 4.45 lbs/hp | 7.46 lbs/hp |
| Power to weight | 561 hp/2500lbs | 334 hp/2500lbs |
| Battery type | 12 V 14 Ah |
| Gearbox | BMW R nineT | Honda CB500 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Wet | Wet |
| Drive | Shaft | Chain |
| Chain type | ||
| Gears count | 6 | 6 |
| Primary ratio | 1.737 | 1.947 |
| Final drive | 2.91 | 2.666 |
| 1. gear | 2.38 (52 mph) | 3.461 (43 mph) |
| 2. gear | 1.7 (73 mph) | 2.235 (68 mph) |
| 3. gear | 1.3 (96 mph) | 1.75 (86 mph) |
| 4. gear | 1.07 (116 mph) | 1.478 (102 mph) |
| 5. gear | 0.94 (132 mph) | 1.28 (119 mph) |
| 6. gear | 0.85 (146 mph) | 1.13 (134 mph) |
| Chasis | BMW R nineT | Honda CB500 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | 4-part tubular-steel frame | Double cradle of tubular and box-section steel construction |
| Front susp. | USD Sachs 46mm forks | 37mm Telescopic forks (4.53 in travel) |
| Rear susp. | Swinging arm , shock absorber | Twin shock adjustable, (4.61 in travel) |