The upcoming 2026 Honda CBR500R is an exciting addition to the middleweight sportbike segment, building upon the legacy of its predecessors. Anticipated to arrive with a redesigned chassis and a more powerful, Euro 5-compliant engine, the CBR500R promises a thrilling ride. The sleek, aerodynamic bodywork hints at enhanced performance, while the advanced electronics package, likely including traction control and ABS, ensures confidence-inspiring handling. With its blend of sportiness, practicality, and affordability, the 2026 CBR500R is poised to capture the hearts of both seasoned riders and those seeking an exhilarating entry into the world of sport motorcycling.
Brand |
HONDA |
Model |
CBR500R 2026 |
Status |
Coming soon |
Release Date |
2026 |
Full Specs |
|
Bore × Stroke (mm) |
67mm x 66.8mm |
Carburation |
PGM-FI electronic fuel injection |
Compression Ratio |
10.7:1 |
Engine Displacement (cc) |
471 cc |
Engine Type |
Liquid-cooled 4-stroke DOHC parallel twin |
Max. Power Output |
35kW / 8600 rpm |
Max. Torque |
43Nm / 6500 rpm |
Starting method |
Electric |
Throttle Bore |
34 |
C02 Emissions (g/km) |
80 |
Oil Capacity (Litres) |
3.2L |
ABS System |
2 channel |
Brakes Front |
Dual 296 mm x 4 mm disc with Nissin radial-mount four piston calipers |
Brakes Rear |
Single 240 mm x 5 mm disc with single piston caliper |
Suspension Front |
Showa 41mm SFF-BP USD forks |
Suspension Rear |
Prolink mono with 5 stage pre-load adjuster, Steel hollow cross swingarm |
Tyre Size Front |
120/70ZR17M/C (58W) |
Tyre Size Rear |
160/60ZR17M/C (69W) |
Wheels Front |
5Y-Spoke Cast Aluminium |
Wheels Rear |
5Y-Spoke Cast Aluminium |
Battery Capacity (VAh) |
12v 7.4Ah |
Caster Angle |
25.5° |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) |
2,080mm X 760mm X 1,145mm |
Frame type |
Steel diamond |
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) |
17.1 L |
Fuel Consumption |
28.6km/L / 3.5l/100km |
Ground Clearance (mm) |
130mm |
Kerb Weight (kg) |
192kg |
Seat Height (mm) |
785mm |
Trail (mm) |
102mm |
Wheelbase (mm) |
1,410mm |
Clutch |
Wet multiplate, Assisted slipper clutch |
Final Drive |
Chain |
Gearbox |
6-speed |
Headlights |
LED |
Instruments |
Digital Speedometer, Digital Bar Graph Tachometer, Dual Trip Meters, Digital Fuel Level Gauge & Fuel Consumption Gauge, Digital Clock, Water Temp, Gear position indicator |
Tail Light |
LED |
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