Enfield US Classic 500 vs Honda CB 500 (2004)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Enfield US Classic 500stacks up against the Honda CB 500. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecEnfield US Classic 500Honda CB 500
Model year20042003
Price
Engine499 cc499 cc
Horsepower22 hp57 hp
Torque35 Nm46 Nm
Weight173 kg
Seat height30 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity3.8 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires110/80-17 / 130/80-17

Enfield US Classic 500 vs Honda CB 500 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Enfield US Classic 500 and the Honda CB 500 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Enfield US Classic 500 brings 22 hp, while the Honda CB 500 counters with 57 hp at 173 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: