| MODEL | HONDA CB 500E 1995 - 1997 |
| Year | 1995 - 1997 |
| Engine Type | Four stroke, parallel twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Displacement / Capacity | 499 cc / 30.4 cu in |
| Bore X Stroke | 73 x 59.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Cooling System | Liquid cooled |
| Max Power | 42.3 kW / 58 hp @ 9500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 47 Nm / 34.7 lb-ft @ 8000 rpm |
| Ignition | CDI |
| Induction | 2x 32 mm Keihin CV carburettors |
| Start System | Electric |
| TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
| Lubrication | — |
| Gear Box | 6 speed |
| Clutch | — |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| CHASSIS SPECS | |
| Frame | — |
| Front Suspension | 37 mm telescopic forks |
| Rear Suspension | Twin shocks, adjustable |
| Front Brakes | Single 296 mm disc, 2 piston caliper |
| Rear Brakes | 160 mm drum |
| DIMENSION SPECS | |
| Overall Length | — |
| Overall Width | 720 mm / 28.3 in |
| Overall Height | 1050 mm / 41.3 in |
| Seat Height | 775 mm / 30.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 1430 mm / 56.3 in |
| Ground Clearance | — |
| Dry Weight | 170 kg / 374.7 lbs |
| Wet Weight | — |
| WHEEL SPECS | |
| Front Tyre | 110/80-17 |
| Rear Tyre | 130/80-17 |
| FUEL SYSTEM | |
| Fuel Capacity | 18 Litres / 4.7 US gal |
| Fuel Consumption | 18.1 km/l |
| Top Speed | 186.4 km/h / 115.8 mph |
The mid-1990s CB500, with some production moved to Italy, carried on the same 499 cc twin. Late in 1996 it gained Brembo brakes, including a rear disc, plus silver wheels, and the CB500 Cup race series helped its image. Reviewers liked its finish and agility but found the suspension soft and wind protection lacking.
