Honda XBR 500 N vs Enfield Classic 500 Squadron Blue (2019)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XBR 500 NEnfield Classic 500 Squadron Blue
Model year19852019
Price
Engine498 cc499 cc
Horsepower44 hp27 hp
Torque41 Nm
Fuel capacity5.3 L3.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. 2-piston caliper
Rear brakesExpanding brakeSingle disc. Single-piston caliper
Tires100/90-18 / 110/90-18 90/90-18 / 120/80-18

Honda XBR 500 N vs Enfield Classic 500 Squadron Blue — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XBR 500 N and the Enfield Classic 500 Squadron Blue usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XBR 500 N brings 44 hp, while the Enfield Classic 500 Squadron Blue counters with 27 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: