HONDA CBF500 (2005-2006) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2006, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Honda CBF500, a standard motorcycle best suited as a commuter and beginner machine, with decent performance, being well-built, reliable, and excellent handling capabilities.

The Honda CBF500 was a standard motorcycle part of the CBF series, manufactured from 2004 to 2007 and as a EURO2-compliant replacement for the Honda CB500. The bike was powered by a 499cc parallel-twin engine that developed 56 hp and a top speed of 201 kph (125 mph).

Like the earlier CB models, the CBF500 packed the same engine, transmission, and final drive, with the engine used as a stressed member of the chassis. It also featured updated fuel and emissions systems, a new instrument cluster, new bodywork, and new suspension.

In addition, the CBF500 was packed with standard features that included a round headlight, a dual seat with passenger grab handles, cast aluminum wheels, a black-finished steel frame, a wide handlebar, one analog and one digital instrument panel, and a side stand.

In the horsepower department, the 2006 Honda CBF500 took its muscles from a 499 cc four-stroke parallel-twin liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 56 hp at 9,500 rpm and 45 Nm (33 lb-ft) of torque at 8,000 rpm.

Overall, the Honda CBF500 was a well-equipped machine like the average mid-sized commuter that packed a good quality braking system, suspension, and comfortable seat.