2023
Herald Brute 500 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 936073 |
|---|---|
| Category | Allround |
| Make | Herald |
| Model | Brute 500 |
| Year | 2023 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | T45 Steel and aluminium |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc. Racetek 4-piston radial front caliper |
| Frontsuspension | Ractek telescopic fork. adjustable |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearsuspension | Floating-shock linkage system. |
| Seat | Two-person seat |
| Wheels | Wire spoked, black rims. Avon road rider Mk2 tyres. |
Engine & Transmission
| Coolingsystem | Air |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 449.0 ccm (27.40 cubic inches) |
| Enginetype | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Power | 42.9 HP (31.3 kW)) |
| Torque | 40.0 Nm (4.1 kgf-m or 29.5 ft.lbs) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain (final drive) |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Grey |
|---|---|
| Comments | Sold in the UK. |
| Instruments | Digital |
| Light | LED lights |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 145.0 kg (319.7 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 13.50 litres (3.57 US gallons) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.2959 HP/kg |
| Seatheight | 835 mm (32.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
About Herald
Country of Origin:
United Kingdom
Founder:
Herald Motor Co. (Cambridgeshire, UK)
Best Known For:
Stylish, affordable 125–400 cc commuters/retro roadsters with strong UK support
Company History
Herald Motor Co. built a loyal UK following by pairing globally manufactured small-capacity platforms with British design tweaks and domestic aftersales. The lineup—scramblers, cafe racers, and standards—offers approachable seat heights, frugal engines, and clean styling that punches above price. Herald invests in spares, documentation, and customer support through UK dealers, turning first-bike anxiety into a friendly ownership experience. The company has also moved toward deeper local content on select models, reflecting a desire to control quality and differentiate on feel. For commuters, a Herald is simple math: cheaper than a car, cheaper to insure, and more stylish than public transport. Historically, Herald embodies the distributor-led brand that adds real value—curation, compliance, and community—rather than just re-badging. In Britain’s resurging small-bike scene, it’s helped many riders start and stay on two wheels, proving that charm and practicality can share a tank badge.