CB500, 1971
Dream CB500 Four
1971-73

498cc SOHC 4-cylinder, 4-cycle, 4-carbs, 5-speed. Producing 48bhp@9,000rpm. Top speed 115mph.

The second model in Honda's 4-cylinder line-up, the elegant CB500 Four combined a high-performance engine with a lightweight chassis to deliver superbly balanced handling. 

First seen in 1971 the CB500 made its UK appearance in early 1972. Styled on its bigger CB750 brother the main mechanical difference is a wet-sump engine compared to the 750's dry-sump. 


CB500-K0, 1971
- The first model, sold in many countries.
- Frame numbers start from CB500-1000001
- Note small front side reflectors and no rear full grab-rail.

CB500-K1, 1972
- Frame numbers start from CB500-2000001
- Minor amendments.
- Larger front side reflectors and rear full grab-rail.

CB500-K2, 1973
- Frame numbers start from CB500-2100001
- New tank and side panel graphics.



Notes: 
- High handlebars fitted to USA and some Asian country models with low handlebars fitted to European models.
- Rear light styling & other electric components changed per country regulations of destination. 
- Graphics and colour options varied per country.  




Price at introduction: 
CB500 Four - £629.00 (UK, 1972)








IOM TT Winner...
In 1973 a CB500, with British rider Bill Smith, won the Isle of Man TT 500cc Production race.


Development...
The CB500 was later replaced by the SOHC 4-cylinder CB550K (4 into 4 exhaust) and CB550F Super Sports (4 into 1 exhaust) models.
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