CBF 500

2007 Honda CBF 500 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Honda for the allround motorcycle segment, the 2007 Honda CBF 500 relies on a 499 cc (30.5 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 56 HP (40.9 kW) at 9,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 45 Nm (33.2 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 112.2 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 CBF 500 measures 186 kg (410 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.3 HP/kg (3.32 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 771 mm (30.4 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,480 mm (58.3 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 19-liter (5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2006 to 2007, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.