Honda CB500
57 hp, 499 cc, 425 lbs1996 - 2003
Engine
Max power57 hp (@9 500 RPM)
Max torque34 lb ft (@8 000 RPM)
Displacement499 cc
LayoutDOHC Inline-2
Valves8
Redline10 500 RPM
Idling speed1 500 RPM
ManagementCarburetor
Compression10.50:1
Bore x Stroke73.0 mm x 59.0 mm
Oil capacity2.93 quart
Oil type10W40, Motul 5100, Shell Rotella 10W40
Spark plug typeNGK CR8EH9
CoolingLiquid
Weight to power7.46 lbs/hp
Power to weight334 hp/2500lbs
Brakes
Front brakesDisc
Front caliper2 pistons
Front brake diameter296 mm
Rear brakesDisc
Rear caliper1 piston
Rear brake diameter240 mm
Brake fluidDOT4
Tires
Front tire110/80 17
Rear tire130/80 17
Stock tiresAvon AM 22
Dunlop D 103 F
Metzler ME 33
Pirelli MT 09 Match
Dyno chart of 1998 Honda CB500