2022 Honda CB 500X vs 2026 KTM 990 RC-R

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2022 Honda CB 500X 2022 Honda CB 500X

Sport

Engine
Twin, four-stroke
Power
46.9 hp / 35 kW @ 8600 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
438.7 pounds
2026 KTM 990 RC-R 2026 KTM 990 RC-R

Sport

Engine
Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder
Power
128.2 hp / 94.3 kW @ 9500 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
195 kg 430 lbs
Full Specifications
General
CommentsModel ID: CB500XA. Windscreen. Honda Intelligent Security System.-
Year20222026
ColoursGrand Prix Red, Matt Gunpowder Black Metallic, Pearl Organic Green-
Make ModelHonda CB 500XKTM 990 RC-R
WarrantyOne year. Transferable. Unlimited-mileage.-
Dimensions
Height (in.)53.5 inches-
Height (mm)1358 mm-
Length (in.)84.8 inches-
Length (mm)2155 mm-
Seat Height (in.)32.7 inches-
Seat Height (mm)830 mm-
Wheelbase (in.)56.9 inches-
Wheelbase (mm)1445 mm-
Width (in.)32.5 inches-
Ground Clearance (mm)180 mm-
Width (mm)826 mm-
Ground Clearance (in.)7.1 inches-
Seat Height830 mm / 32.7 in845 mm / 33.3 in
Wheelbase1445 mm / 56.8 in1481 mm / 58.3 in
Ground Clearance180 mm / 7.0 in163 mm / 6.4 in
Height1410 mm / 55.5 in - Low screen 1445 mm / 56.8 in - High screen-
Length1410 mm / 55.5 in - Low screen 1445 mm / 56.8 in - High screen-
Width830 mm / 32.6 in-
Weights & Capacities
Fuel Capacity (gal.)4.62 US gallons-
Fuel Capacity (l)17.50 litres-
Wet Weight (lbs.)438.7 pounds-
Wet Weight (kg)199.0 kg195
Oil Capacity (Quarts)3.38 US quarts-
Oil Capacity (l)3.20 litres-
Fuel Capacity17.5 Litres / 4.6 US gal15.7 litres / 4.1 US gal
Oil Capacity3.2 Litres-
Wet Weight199 kg / 438.7 lbs195 kg 430 lbs
Performance
Max Power46.9 hp / 35 kW @ 8600 rpm128.2 hp / 94.3 kW @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque43 Nm / 31.7 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm 103 Nm / 75.9 lb-ft @ 6750 rpm
Engine
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)-
Bore x Stroke (in,)2.6 x 2.6 inches-
Bore x Stroke (mm)67.0 x 66.8 mm-
CO283.5 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)-
Displacement (cc)471.0 cc-
Displacement (ci)28.74 cubic inches-
Engine TypeTwin, four-stroke-
Displacement471 cc / 28.7 cu-in947 cc / 57.8 cu-in
Engine DetailFour stroke, parallel-twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinderFour stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder
Fuel SystemInjection. PGM-FI with 34mm throttle bodies-
Bore x Stroke67.0 x 66.8 mm92.5 x 70.4 mm
Compression Ratio10.7:113.5:1
Cooling SystemLiquid cooledLiquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger
EmissionsEURO5EURO 5+
Engine Management-Bosch EMS with RBW
Fuel Consumption3.60 litres/100 km (27.8 km/l or 65.34 mpg)-
Fuel InductionPGM-FI with 34mm throttle bodies46mm DKK Dellorto throttle body
IgnitionComputer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advance -
Lubrication-Forced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System4-
Drivetrain
Chain Size520-
ClutchWet multiplatePASC slipper clutch, cable operated
Final Drive#520 O-ring sealed chainChain 520 X-ring, 16:43
Gearbox6-speed-
Number of Chain Links112-
Primary Drive520 O-ring-sealed chain; 15T/41T42:76
Sprocket15/41 (front/rear)-
Transmission / Drive6 Speed 6-Speed
Chassis
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)5.3 inches-
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)135 mm-
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)5.9 inches-
Trail (in.)4.3 inches-
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)150 mm-
Trail (mm)108 mm-
Frame TypeSteel diamondChromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated
Suspension - Front41mm Showa SFF-BP USD forks, pre-load adjustableWP APEX 48, open cartridge, compression & rebound (30 Clicks), preload (3 clicks)
Suspension - RearProlink mono with 5 stage preload adjuster, steel hollow cross swingarmWP APEX - Monoshock, compression high-speed (3 turns) low-speed (30 clicks), rebound (30 clicks), preload (10 turns)
Rake27.5° -
Trail108 mm / 4.25 in-
Wheel Travel - Front150 mm / 5.9 in147 mm / 5.8 in
Wheel Travel - Rear135 mm / 5.3 in134 mm / 5.3 in
Electrical Systems
InstrumentationLCD Meter with Speedometer, Bar Graph Tachometer, Dual Trip Meters, Fuel Level and Consumption Gauge, Clock, Water Temp, Gear position, Shift UP Indicator-
Lighting systemLED lights-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front2x 296mm wave disc with Nissin radial-mount two piston calipers2 x 320mm discs, radially mounted 4 piston caliper
Brakes - RearSingle 240mm wave disc 1 piston calipersSingle 240 mm disc, single piston caliper
ABS2 Channel systemStandard
RimsMulti-spoke cast aluminium-
Rims - Front19 X MT2.5-
Rims - Rear17 X MT4.5-
Tyres - Front110/80R19M/C (59H)120/70-ZR 17
Tyres - Rear160/60R17M/C (69H)180/55-ZR 17
WheelsMulti-spoke cast aluminiumCast aluminium
Wheels - Front-3.5 x 17
Wheels - Rear-5.5 x 17