HONDA CB500E (1994-1997) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 1994, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Honda CB500E, a middle-weight motorcycle part of the CB series in Honda's range of machines that came in its second year of production with no changes whatsoever.

The Honda CB500E was a standard motorcycle that had its debut in 1993, and with a low cost, reliability, and good handling, the bike was a popular choice for commuters and motorcycle couriers. Also, the bike was used for racing in the Honda CB500 Cup in the United Kingdom.

The bike featured a subtle cowl and a wide and comfortable seat with an aluminum grab rail, while the handlebar, brake, and clutch levers were finished in matte black paint. The chromed headlight and a pair of round mirrors completed the classic style, while the water-cooled engine offered a splash of modern technology.

Over the years, the bike didn't feature any changes whatsoever, except for graphic and color options, and packed the same specifications as its predecessors. Overall, the CB500E was a reliable machine that delivered smooth performance and good handling.

For handling, the bike packed a 37 mm telescopic fork on the front and twin adjustable shock absorbers on the rear and for stopping power it featured a 296 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the front wheel and a single 160 mm drum braking unit on the rear.

In the performance department, the Honda CB500E was set in motion by a 499cc four-stroke parallel-twin liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 58 hp at 9,500 rpm and 47 Nm ( 32 lb-ft) of torque at 8,000 rpm.