2013 honda CB500F ABS

                                     2013 honda CB500F ABS

The CB500F is modern-looking but not flashy, with a sharp rear end balanced by just a hint of aggression from the headlight's shape and a bit of muscle from the cowls on either side of the tank. The all-new, DOHC parallel-twin engine, a stressed member within the steel frame chassis, occupies centrestage. The quality of materials and the finish look good, certainly better than the CBR250R's.

The innovative CB500F ABS expands riding enthusiasts’ options with a modern and sporty 500cc sportbike. This image-conscious offering not only carries a full load of attitude, it also delivers a gratifying level of performance and versatility The CB500F ABS has a classic riding position, a 30.9-inch seat height and plenty of room for a variety of riders. It’s an excellent choice for riders ready to move up a displacement class, or for anyone who appreciates a great middleweight motorcycle.

The CB500F features a brand-new engine and chassis. Like the machines that made Honda famous in the U.S. its two-cylinder parallel-twin layout provides a wide powerband and plenty of torque, while a counterbalance keeps things running smooth. In addition, the CB500F’s neutral, classic seating position makes it a perfect fit for someone who wants a bike that can do it all, and do it all well.

2013 Honda CB500F ABS comes loaded with aliquid cooled, 500cc parallel-twin, 4 stroke, DOHC engine and four valves per cylinder with a displacement of 500cc.This advanced powertrain belts out a maximum power of 46.9 Bhp and pumps out a top torque of 40.67 Nm. The engine also offers tremendous power and torque which in turn offers zipper acceleration and pick up.

Honda starts with a DOHC parallel twin with Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) for crisp throttle response in all weather conditions. To provide smoothness, Honda also uses a counterbalancer on the 500cc twin. Regarding suspension, the CB500F uses a larger, 41mm fork that provides for a comfortable 4.3 inches travel. Out pack the CB500F absorbs the road through a Pro-Link single shock with nine-position spring-preload adjustability, the setup providing 4.7 inches of travel. Honda kept things simple with wheel choices, also, providing a set of 17-inch rims that take easy-to-find tires.Stopping the 2013 CB500F is a single 320mm wave disc up front squeezed by a twin-piston caliper, and a single 240mm wave disc squeezed by a single-piston caliper. And like Honda’s other new 500cc motorcycles, ABS is optional.

The CB500F ABS is 81.6 inches long and 30.7 inches wide. The wheelbase measures in at 55.5 inches, shorter than average in this segment. A seat height of 30.9 inches is right in line with the class average, accommodating a variety of rider heights.

The 2013 CB500F ABS costs $5,999, right in line with expectations for a member of the 500cc class of naked bikes (the average price is $5,999). A 12-month factory warranty from Honda helps protect new buyers.