CB 500 Sport

2000 Honda CB 500 Sport Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Honda's naked motorcycle lineup, the 2000 Honda CB 500 Sport relies on a 499 cc (30.5 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 58 HP (42.3 kW) at 9,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 48 Nm (35.4 lb-ft) at 8,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 116.2 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (8,000 rpm) and peak power (9,500 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the CB 500 Sport measures 177 kg (390 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.33 HP/kg (3.05 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 775 mm (30.5 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,435 mm (56.5 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 18-liter (4.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 180 km/h (112 mph).