Starting from $9,995 inc gst
CUT THE COMMUTE – CBR500R & CB500F FOR $9,995 + ORC for a limited time only
That set of twisties ahead? Own them. All of them.
Own every late turn-in point, apex and corner exit.
The CBR500R is LAMS approved – but also every square millimeter a CBR.
Aggressive styling and new graphics combine with the twin-cylinder engine that spins hard at your command and upgraded suspension and brakes that will fill you with confidence.
If you’re ready to step up to real race-bred performance, the adrenaline rush starts here.
New Showa 41mm Separate Function Fork Big Piston (SFF-BP) USD forks separate damping from spring and give supple response, especially braking from speed with fingertip feel for front tyre grip.
New lightweight wheels and swingarm – plus more forward-set weight bias – sharpen handling even further.
The free spinning parallel twin-cylinder engine produces 35kW @ 8,600rpm with peak torque of 43Nm @ 6,500rpm. Complete with a thrilling howl through the exhaust as you chase redline.
Specifications
![CBR500R Image](https://www.southlandhonda.co.nz/nov/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/2022-CBR500R-600x460.jpg)
ENGINE
Engine Type
8 Valve liquid cooled, inline twin cylinder, 4-stroke
CC Rating
471cc
Bore and Stroke
67mm x 66.8mm
Fuel System
PGM-FI Fuel Injection
Compression Ratio
10.7:1
TRANSMISSION
Starter
Electric
Final Drive
Chain
Transmission
6-Speed
WHEELS, SUSPENSION & BRAKES
Suspension Front
41mm Showa SFF-BP fork; 109mm of travel
Suspension Rear
Pro-Link® single shock with nine-position spring preload adjustability; 120mm travel
Brakes Front
Twin four-piston calipers with 296mm discs; ABS
Brakes Rear
Single-caliper 240mm disc; ABS
Tyres Front
120/70-17
Tyres Rear
160/60-17
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
Wheelbase
1,410mm
Seat Height
785mm
Ground Clearance
130mm
Kerb Weight
192kg
Fuel Capacity
17.1 Litres
Dimensions
2,080mm (L) x 760mm (W) x 1,145mm (H)
Features
![Twin cylinder engine Image](https://www.southlandhonda.co.nz/nov/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Screenshot-2022-05-19-160043-345x345.jpg)
Twin cylinder engine
The light and narrow 471cc parallel cylinder engine offers plenty of power and torque in the midrange, striking the perfect balance of what a mid-sized motorcycle engine should be. PGM-FI continuously ensures the correct fuel mixture is delivered for the conditions, giving you crisp throttle response at all times.
![Disc brakes with ABS Image](https://www.southlandhonda.co.nz/nov/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Screenshot-2022-05-19-160107-345x345.jpg)
Disc brakes with ABS
Front and rear disc brakes, combined with standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) helps you make smoother, more controlled stops under less-than-ideal riding conditions.
![LED lighting Image](https://www.southlandhonda.co.nz/nov/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Screenshot-2022-05-19-160124-345x345.jpg)
LED lighting
Bright LED headlights and taillight deliver great visibility.