2023 Honda CB 500F Specifications

Name: 2023 Honda CB 500F
Brand: Honda

Naked bike • Specs last verified 13 July 2026

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2023 Honda CB 500F Overview

Honda CB 500F is a naked bike motorcycle, displacing 471 cc. Power comes from a Twin, four-stroke engine running Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) valve actuation, a compression ratio of 10.7:1. Bore and stroke come in at 67 x 66.8 mm. On the performance side, it delivers 43 Nm @ 6500 Revolutions of torque. On the road, the 2023 CB 500F tips the scales at 189 kg, carries a 16.70-litre fuel tank, offers a seat height of 790 mm and spans a 1410 mm wheelbase. That's roughly 12.1 kg lighter than the average naked bike in our database. The full 2023 Honda CB 500F spec sheet below covers every technical detail, from suspension travel to tyre sizes.

2023 Honda CB 500F compared with other bikes in the Naked bike category

We checked the recorded figures for the 2023 Honda CB 500F against up to 1665 bikes in the Naked bike category in our database, counting each model once at the model year nearest to this one.

Only 357 of the other 1317 bikes in the Naked bike category have a lower torque than the 43 Nm of the CB 500F.
With 471 cc, the CB 500F has the joint 470th smallest engine displacement of 1665 bikes in the Naked bike category, 32% below the category average of 697 cc.
Wet weight of 189 kg is lighter than that of 608 of the other 941 bikes in the Naked bike category.
Narrowing the field to the 347 models within five model years of it, the torque of 43 Nm is lower than that of 256 of the other 346.

Versus the 2022 model

The figures we track are unchanged from the 2022 model: peak torque, wet weight, displacement and seat height all match.

2023 CB 500F - Pros & Cons

Strengths

Fuel injection: Fuel injection means consistent cold starts and clean throttle response without the fussiness of a carbureted setup.
Strong front braking: Stopping power up front is strong thanks to the single disc setup, with plenty of room to upgrade further with braided lines.
ABS fitted: ABS comes fitted from the factory - one less thing to worry about in a sudden stop on a slippery surface.

Considerations

Chain final drive upkeep: Budget time for routine chain maintenance - it's cheap to replace but needs consistent attention to avoid premature sprocket wear.

Wear Points & Servicing Notes

Fuelling & injector care

The fuel injection on the CB 500F needs little beyond good fuel and periodic use of an injector-cleaner additive - no jetting or float-bowl maintenance to worry about.

Valve clearance checks

With Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) valve gear, the CB 500F needs periodic clearance checks; caught early they're a cheap adjustment, left unchecked they accelerate valve seat wear.

Brake disc and pad wear

Braking up front comes from single disc with ABS and 4-piston calipers - solid stopping power, with disc and pad wear best checked on the same schedule as tyre changes.

Suspension condition on used examples

The CB 500F's suspension runs Showa 41mm SFF-BP USD forks at the front. The rear uses Pro-Link® single shock with nine-position spring-preload adjustability. Fork-seal condition and rear linkage play are the two things worth checking before buying used.

Final drive maintenance

The CB 500F uses chain final drive, which is cheap to replace but needs regular cleaning, lubrication and tension checks to get a full service life out of the sprockets.

Frame & chassis check

Built around a Diamond tube, the CB 500F's chassis is straightforward to inspect: look for corrosion, cracks or repair welds around stress points like the head-stock and swingarm mounts.

CB 500F - Buying & Maintenance Guide

What to check before buying

Before handing over money for a used 2023 Honda CB 500F, cover the fundamentals: service book and oil change history, chain and sprocket wear, and any sign of oil weeping around the casings. Cold-starting it yourself tells you a lot - a healthy CB 500F should catch quickly and settle into a smooth idle.

Oil and filter changes

Nothing protects a CB 500F's engine like disciplined oil changes - stay on the manufacturer's schedule (roughly every 6,000 km or annually). The sump holds 2.70 litres, so budget for that volume of quality motorcycle-specific engine oil. Match the viscosity grade to what the owner's manual specifies, not what's cheapest.

Fuel system care

Fuel injection on the CB 500F needs little attention beyond decent fuel and an occasional system-cleaner additive. Anything left standing for three months or more should have its fuel drained and replaced before it varnishes the injectors.

Valve clearance service

Valve clearances are easy to overlook on a used CB 500F since a bike out of spec doesn't always feel obviously wrong - but the wear it causes is real. Ask the seller for documentation before assuming it's been done.

2023 Honda CB 500F - Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the 2023 Honda CB 500F have?

The 2023 Honda CB 500F uses a Twin, four-stroke engine with 471 cc of displacement.

How much does the 2023 Honda CB 500F weigh?

The 2023 Honda CB 500F weighs 189 kg. This is the manufacturer's wet figure.

How much torque does the 2023 Honda CB 500F produce?

The 2023 Honda CB 500F produces 43 Nm @ 6500 Revolutions of torque.

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2023 Honda CB 500F?

The 2023 Honda CB 500F has a 16.70-litre fuel tank. At around 5-6 litres per 100 km, that is roughly 278-333 km between stops.

Is the 2023 Honda CB 500F suitable for shorter riders?

The 2023 Honda CB 500F has a seat height of 790 mm. This is a moderate seat height that suits a wide range of rider heights.

What brakes does the 2023 Honda CB 500F have?

The 2023 Honda CB 500F uses single disc with ABS and 4-piston calipers at the front and single disc with ABS at the rear.

What tyre sizes does the 2023 Honda CB 500F use?

The front tyre size on the 2023 Honda CB 500F is 120/70-R17.

How much oil does the 2023 Honda CB 500F take?

The 2023 Honda CB 500F takes 2.70 litres of engine oil at a full oil and filter change. Always verify against the dipstick or sight glass after filling.

Honda CB 500F Spec Evolution

The Honda CB 500F was produced across 9 model years (2013-2023). The table below highlights the key specifications that changed across the production run - useful whether you are comparing years or tracking down a specific variant.

Specification	2013	2014	2015	2016	2018	2020	2021	2022	2023
Max Power	42.9 hp / 31.9 kW @ 8500 rpm	42.9 hp / 31.9 kW @ 8500 rpm	42.9 hp / 31.9 kW @ 8500 rpm	42.9 hp / 31.9 kW @ 8500 rpm	46.9 hp / 35 kW @ 8500 rpm	46.9 hp / 35 kW @ 8500 rpm	46.9 hp / 35 kW @ 8500 rpm	46.9 hp / 35 kW @ 8500 rpm	-
Wet Weight	190.5 kg / 420 lbs	190.5 kg / 420 lbs	190.5 kg / 420 lbs	188 kg / 414.4 lbs	188 kg / 414.4 lbs	189 kg / 416.6 lbs	189 kg / 416.6 lbs	189 kg / 416.6 lbs	189.0 kg / 416.7 lbs
Dry Weight	173.4 kg / 382.3 lbs	173.4 kg / 382.3 lbs	173.4 kg / 382.3 lbs	173.4 kg / 382.3 lbs	173.4 kg / 382.3 lbs	-	-	192 kg / 423.3 lbs	192 kg / 423.3 lbs
Engine Detail	Four stroke, parallel-twin, DOHC; 4 valves per cylinder	Four stroke, parallel-twin, DOHC; 4 valves per cylinder	Four stroke, parallel-twin, DOHC; 4 valves per cylinder	Four stroke, parallel-twin, DOHC; 4 valves per cylinder	Four stroke, parallel-twin, DOHC; 4 valves per cylinder	Four stroke, parallel-twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder	Four stroke, parallel-twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder	Four stroke, parallel-twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder	-
Seat Height	784 mm / 30.9 in	784 mm / 30.9 in	784 mm / 30.9 in	784 mm / 30.7 in	784 mm / 30.7 in	785 mm / 30.9 in	785 mm / 30.9 in	789 mm / 31 in	790 mm / 31.1 in.
Fuel Capacity	15.5 Litres / 4.1 US gal	15.5 Litres / 4.1 US gal	15.5 Liters / 4.1 US gal	16.6 Litres / 4.4 US gal	15.70 litres / 4.15 gallons	17.1 Litres / 4.5 US gal	17.1 Litres / 4.5 US gal	17.1 Litres / 4.5 US gal	16.70 litres / 4.41 US gallons
Ground Clearance (mm)	155 mm	155 mm	155 mm	155 mm	155 mm	155 mm	145 mm	145 mm	145 mm
Ground Clearance (in.)	6.1 inches	6.1 inches	6.1 inches	6.1 inches	6.1 inches	6.1 inches	5.7 inches	5.7 inches	5.7 inches

Key Specifications

Engine

Twin, four-stroke

Power

Not recorded

Torque

43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs) @ 6500 Revolutions

Top Speed

Not recorded

Weight

189.0 kg / 416.7 lbs

Fuel Capacity

16.70 litres / 4.41 US gallons

Full 2023 Honda CB 500F Specifications

Comments Security system. Noise Level L-urban: 74dB L-wot: 76.4dB. Model id: CB500FA.

Colours Matte Grey Metallic

Warranty One year. Transferable. Unlimited-mileage.

Ground Clearance (in.) 5.7 inches

Ground Clearance (mm) 145 mm

Seat Height 790 mm / 31.1 in.

Wheelbase 1410 mm / 55.5 in.

Height 1060 mm / 41.7 in.

Length 2080 mm / 81.9 in.

Width 800 mm / 31.5 in.

Oil Capacity (l) 2.70 litres

Oil Capacity (Quarts) 2.85 US quarts

Dry Weight 192 kg / 423.3 lbs

Fuel Capacity 16.70 litres / 4.41 US gallons

Coolant Capacity 2.00 litres (0.53 US gallons)

Wet Weight 189.0 kg / 416.7 lbs

Max Torque 43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs) @ 6500 Revolutions

Power-to-Weight Ratio 0.2445 HP/kg

Displacement (cc) 471.0 cc

Displacement (ci) 28.74 cubic inches

Engine Type Twin, four-stroke

Bore x Stroke (in,) 2.6 x 2.6 inches

Bore x Stroke (mm) 67.0 x 66.8 mm

CO2 81.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)

Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)

Fuel System Injection. PGM-FI with 34mm throttle bodies

Compression Ratio 10.7:1

Emissions Euro 5

Fuel Consumption 3.50 litres/100 km (28.6 km/l or 67.21 mpg)

Ignition Computer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advance

Spark Plug NGK CPR8EA-9

Starter Electric

Valve System 4

Chain Size 520

Clutch Wet multiplate, assist/slipper clutch

Final Drive Chain (final drive)

Gearbox 6-speed

Number of Chain Links 112

Primary Drive O-ring-sealed chain; 15T/41T

Sprocket 15/41 (front/rear)

Fork Tube Size (in.) 1.6 inches

Fork Tube Size (mm) 41 mm

Frame Type Diamond tube

Suspension - Front Showa 41mm SFF-BP USD forks

Suspension - Rear Pro-Link® single shock with nine-position spring-preload adjustability

Rake 25.5°

Trail 102 mm / 4.0 in.

Wheel Travel - Front 120 mm / 4.7 in.

Wheel Travel - Rear 119 mm / 4.7 in.

Instrumentation LCD Meter with Speedometer, Bar Graph Tachometer, Dual Trip Meters, Fuel Level and Consumption Gauge, Clock, Water Temp, Gear position, Shift UP Indicator

Lighting system Full LED lighting

Brakes - Front Single disc. ABS. 4-piston calipers.

Brakes - Rear Single disc. ABS.

Brake Fluid Type DOT 4

Tyre Pressure - Front 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa)

Tyre Pressure - Rear 42 PSI (2.9 Bar or 290 kPa)

Tyres - Front 120/70-R17

Specifications are compiled from manufacturer documentation and cross-referenced technical sources, and corrected on an ongoing basis. Spot an error? Let us know.