Honda CR 500 E vs Honda CR 500 (2002)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CR 500 EHonda CR 500
Model year20021999
Price
Engine491 cc491 cc
Horsepower69 hp
Weight108 kg
Seat height37 mm
Fuel capacity2.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. HYDRAULIC DISC WITH DUAL-PISTON CALIPER AND SINTERED METAL PADS
Tires80/100-21 / 110/100-18

Honda CR 500 E vs Honda CR 500 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CR 500 E and the Honda CR 500 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CR 500 E brings its published horsepower in a 108 kg package, while the Honda CR 500 counters with 69 hp.

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: