Built around Borile's classic motorcycle platform, the 2015 Borile B500CR relies on a 487 cc (29.7 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 87.0 x 82.0 mm (3.4 x 3.2 inches) with a 10.3:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the B500CR measures 117 kg (258 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 850 mm (33.5 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,400 mm (55.1 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 8.5-liter (2.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Borile archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2007 to 2015, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
850 mm (33.5 in)
Engine
Displacement487.0 ccm (29.72 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Compression10.3:1
Bore x Stroke87.0 x 82.0 mm (3.4 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Mikuni
Fuel ControlOverhead Cams (OHC)
IgnitionElectronic
LubricationBy pump
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet, multidisc
Chassis
Front SuspensionCeriani upside down fork
Front Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear SuspensionMono Paioli with no levers
Rear Travel116 mm (4.6 inches)
Wheelbase1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Ground Clearance200 mm (7.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-17
Rear Tyre150/70-17
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø315 mm (12.4 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
WheelsWire spoked
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight117.0 kg (257.9 pounds)
Seat Height850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
