CB500FA ABS
CB500FA ABS
Overview
For riders looking to move up from a smaller capacity motorcycle, the naked 2017 CB500F, part of a new family of motorcycles that includes the fully-faired CBR500R and adventure sports CB500X, is a true middleweight with compact dimensions, punchy performance and nimble.
Description
The naked 2017 CB500F's slim form offers great urban ability as well as enjoyable, out-of-town performance. It is also comfortable for a large range of rider sizes (especially smaller riders who can sometimes be intimidated by physically bulky motorcycles) thanks to clever ergonomics. Its DOHC twin-cylinder fuel-injected engine produces 35kWCB500FA ABS Details
CB500FA ABS Details
Features
- Neutral naked-bike seating position makes for easy maneuvering and keeps the rider comfortable on short rides or longer trips.
- All-new 500cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin DOHC engine is thoroughly modern in design and produces a broad power spread for enjoyable and economical riding.
- Four-valve cylinder head design uses lightweight rocker-arm valve actuation with shim-type valve adjustment.
- Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) continuously monitors several variables to ensure the correct fuel mixture is delivered for the existing riding and atmospheric conditions for crisp throttle response throughout a wide variety of riding conditions.
- Engine counterbalancer and 180-degree crankpin reduce engine vibration for superior rider comfort.
- Preloaded, scissors-type gears for the primary drive and engine counterbalancer gears help reduce engine noise.
- Diamond-shaped 35mm steel tube frame is lightweight and rigid for responsive sport handling.
- Stout 41mm front fork with 4.3 inches of travel returns a plush yet controlled ride.
- Sophisticated Pro-Link® single-shock rear suspension offers nine-stage spring preload adjustability and 4.7 inches of controlled travel.
- Lightweight cast aluminum wheels, 120/70-17 in front and 160/60-17 rear, return sporting feel and handling traits.
- Front 320mm wave-style disc brake and 240mm rear provides strong stopping power. ABS is standard on the CB500F ensuring enhanced braking characteristics in less than ideal conditions.
- Blue-tinted instrument display features speedometer, tachometer, odometer/A&B tripmeters, fuel gauge, clock, mpg, average fuel consumption, and current fuel consumption.
- The CB500F will be available in Red and White in Australia. Please note some images on this website show overseas models and colours may vary.
LAMS Approved
- Perfect for learner riders. LAMS Approved.
CB500FA ABS Specifications
CB500FA ABS Specifications
Specifications | |
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Engine Type | 471cc liquid-cooled, parallel twin |
Bore And Stroke | 67mm x 66.8mm |
Compression Ratio | 10.7 : 1 |
Starter | Electric |
Carburation | PGM FI |
Transmission | 6-speed |
Dimensions (mm) | 2075mm x 780mm x 1060mm |
Wheel Base (mm) | 1410 |
Seat Height (mm) | 790 |
Ground Clearance (mm) | 155 |
Fuel Capacity (litres) | 15.7 |
Kerb Weight 190kg / 192kg abs model | |
Front Tyre | 120/70zr - 17m/c |
Rear Tyre | 160/60zr - 17m/c |
Front Suspension | Conventional Telescopic, 41mm |
Rear Suspension | Prolink Mono with 9 stage preload adjuster, steel square pipe swingarm |
Front Brakes | Single Wavy Disk, 320mm, 2 pot caliper |
Rear Brakes | Single Wavy Disk, 240mm, 1 pot calliper |