Honda CL500

Honda CL500
	2023 Honda CL500
Manufacturer	Honda
Also called	Honda SCL500
Production	2023–present
Class	Standard
Engine	471 cc (28.7 cu in) liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-valve DOHC straight-twin engine
Bore / stroke	67.0 mm × 66.8 mm (2.64 in × 2.63 in)
Compression ratio	10.7:1
Power	34 kW (46 hp)
Torque	43 N⋅m (32 lb⋅ft)
Transmission	6-speed manual
Wheelbase	1,485 mm (58.5 in)
Seat height	790 mm (31.1 in)
Weight	192 kg (423 lb) (wet)
Fuel capacity	12 L (3.2 US gal)
Fuel consumption	3.60 L/100 km (78.5 mpg‑imp)
Related	Honda CL300

The Honda CL500 (also called the Honda SCL500 in North America) is a standard motorcycle produced by Honda since 2023.

The motorcycle is designed with a flat seat and upswept exhaust as part of the “Scrambler-style” marketing and appearance, acting as a spiritual successor to Honda’s previous CL-series bikes – such as the CL450. It uses the same 471 cc (28.7 cu in) 180° crank straight-twin engine as Honda’s other 21st century “500-twins”, such as the CB500F. The CL500’s tubular steel frame’s main structure is shared with the CMX500 Rebel.

The 2025 model included ergonomic adjustments to the footpegs and seat, as well as updated compliance with Euro V+ emissions standards.