2023 Honda CBR500R ABS

Sportbikes don’t have to cost five figures. At least not when you’re talking about a 2023 Honda CBR500R. Its twin-cylinder engine revs freely and produces plenty of torque, and it lets us keep the bike narrow and nimble too. The full-coverage bodywork looks like something right off the racetrack, and the suspension is top notch. Anti-lock brakes are standard, and so is some pretty impressive fuel efficiency. Best of all, the CBR500R is just plain fun to ride, whether you’re using it around town or carving up the canyons on the weekends.

Engine and Performance:

• Parallel-Twin Power: 471cc liquid-cooled DOHC four-stroke engine tuned for strong low-end torque and mid-range pull.


• PGM-FI Fuel Injection: Computer-controlled fuel delivery ensures crisp throttle response.


• Assist/Slipper Clutch: Eases lever pull and prevents rear-wheel hop during aggressive downshifting.


• Transmission: Smooth-shifting 6-speed manual gearbox. 

Handling and Suspension:

• Showa SFF-BP Fork: 41mm inverted Separate Function Fork-Big Piston front suspension provides enhanced rigidity and feedback.


• Pro-Link Rear Suspension: Single rear shock with nine-position spring preload adjustability.


• Diamond-Shaped Frame: Steel-tube frame utilizes the engine as a stressed member for optimized rigidity.

Brakes and Safety:

• Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS): Standard equipment for controlled stops in sub-optimal conditions like wet pavement or loose gravel.


• Front Brakes: Dual 296mm petal-style discs paired with hydraulic two-piston calipers.


• Rear Brake: Single 240mm disc with a single-piston caliper.

Styling and Electronics:

• LCD Instrumentation: Digital screen features a speedometer, tachometer, clock, fuel consumption meter, gear position, and shift-up indicator.


• LED Lighting: Sharp, lightweight dual LED headlights and LED taillight.


• Aerodynamic Bodywork: Aggressive styling designed for efficient wind management, engine cooling, and high-speed stability.