19 Massachusetts Avenue, Lunenburg, MA 01462
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2026 Honda CB500Hornet

Motorcycle

Own the streets with style

Step into the streetfighter scene with ease and affordability. With a lower MSRP for 2026, the CB500 Hornet puts aggressive style and real-world performance within reach. No cutting corners here: you get the same sharp stance, quick handling, and approachable power that builds confidence fast. Lightweight, versatile, and now turning heads in Matte Black Metallic, this is next-level thrill meets next-level value.
Starting at $5,899 MSRP
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Specs & Features

Engine
Engine Type
471cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin four-stroke
Bore And Stroke
67.0mm x 66.8mm
Compression Ratio
10.7:1
Valve Train
DOHC; four valves per cylinder
Induction
Programmed Fuel-Injection system (PGM-FI); 34mm throttle body
Drivetrain
Transmission
Six-speed manual
Final Drive
O-ring-sealed chain; 15T/41T
Chassis Suspension Brakes
Front Suspension
41mm inverted Showa® SFF-BP fork; 4.7-inch travel
Rear Suspension
Single shock; 4.7-inch travel
Front Brake
Dual 296mm discs with four-piston calipers; ABS
Rear Brake
Single 240mm disc; ABS
Front Tire
120/70R-17
Rear Tire
160/60-17
Dimensions
Rake
25.5°
Trail
4.0 inches
Wheelbase
55.5 inches
Seat Height
31.1 inches
Fuel Capacity
4.5 gallons
Curb Weight
414 pounds (includes all standard equipment, required fluids and a full tank of fuel)
Other
Model ID
CB500FA
Emissions
Meets current EPA standards. Models sold in California meet current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment.
Available Colors
Black
Factory Warranty Information
Duration
Transferable, one year included, limited warranty
Optional Extended
Extended coverage available with a HondaCare® Protection Plan
DOHC twin-cylinder engine
The 471cc parallel-twin engine features a dual overhead cam design that’s versatile, approachable, and famously reliable. It has robust low-end torque and high-rpm horsepower.
Showa® SFF-BP fork
A top-notch 41mm inverted Showa Separate Function Fork—Big Piston (SFF-BP) front end provides the rigidity needed for precise steering and feedback.
Slipper clutch
The slipper clutch improves power delivery, reduces clutch-lever pull effort by 45 percent, and helps prevent rear-wheel hop during hard deceleration.
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Our Anti-Lock Braking System is standard, providing confident stopping power and added assurance in challenging conditions, such as wet roads or loose gravel.

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19 Massachusetts Avenue, Lunenburg, MA 01462

978-429-3000

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