Honda CB500F vs Yamaha MT-03
Honda CB500F vs Yamaha MT-03 side by side: power, weight, seat height, tank, range, A2 licence and prices. Model years: 2019-2023 and since 2016.
Key differences
- More power: Honda CB500F (35 vs 31 kW)
- Lighter: Yamaha MT-03 (168 vs 189 kg, with fluids)
- Longer range: Honda CB500F (about 370 vs 300 km)
| Specs | Honda CB500F | Yamaha MT-03 |
|---|---|---|
| Years | 2019-2023 | since 2016 |
| Type | Naked | Naked |
| Licence | A2 | A2 |
| Engine | 471 cm³, 2 cyl. | 321 cm³, 2 cyl. |
| Power | 35 kW / 48 hp | 31 kW / 42 hp |
| Weight | 189 kg (with fluids) | 168 kg (with fluids) |
| Seat height | 789 mm | 780 mm |
| ABS | ABS | ABS |
| Drive / gearbox | chain, manual | chain, manual |
| Tank | 17.1 l | 14 l |
| Fuel use | 4 l/100 km | 4.1 l/100 km |
| Range on one tank | 370 km | 300 km |
| Used price (estimate) | £4,600 - £5,700 | £3,300 - £5,700 |
| New price (official list, DE) | - | £6,000 |
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Honda CB500F: Weak points
- Little wind protection
- Not great for a passenger
Yamaha MT-03: Weak points
- Basic, budget suspension
- Little wind protection
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