I sold a 120hp full-faired bike and bought one of these, and I've loved it ever since. It makes me a better rider but it's also a very comfortable and fun bike. Love it so much.
I agree. It is more appropriate to call it a “beginner friendly” bike rather than a beginners bike. 50 horsepower can get you into some serious trouble if you are inexperienced
I'm a new rider who just got a 21 cbr500 two days ago. Glad to see someone absolutely ripping it instead of bashing the speed, you're an inspiration to learn!
@@Zakkarroni55bro I just bought a 23 cbr500 as my first “sports” bike. It has plenty of power to do what you need. A little more on the top end would be nice but it’s a perfect beginners bike. It tops out at 115. But in 3rd and 4th gear, it has a lot of pickup.
That was an awesome ride! So glad I have put down a deposit on a brand new CBR500R today and very much looking forward to riding it! Loved your fast! but safety first riding waiting for the truck to pass only when it was safe to do so and slowing for pedestrians at the road side! good on you sir!
I've been on an 1199 Panigale for the last 5 years and have just bought a 2022 CB500F and I don't see myself getting back on the Ducati any time soon. The Honda is just so much more usable. Its as fun to ride hard as it is to hyper mile it. I have put 200+ miles on it in the last few days and would recommend it to any rider, experienced or beginner.
@@sterlingroberts6240 I'd say they both get smoother around 5k rpm. The 1199 is very lopey and angry below 3k anyhow, whereas the cb500f is still useable in the low end, will pull from 2k just fine, just not quickly. I have bar end mirrors on the CB, which meant removing the rubberized bar end weights that were installed from the factory, which did noticeably increase the vibration through the bars. That said I did just over 900 miles in 3 days on the cb recently and couldn't have been more comfortable, could have done another 900 the next 3 days easily.
@@sterlingroberts6240 I don't know that the 1199 is smoother, per se. I think I would say they are about equal in "vibes per cubic centimeter" really. The Ducati probably has more, ultimately, but it's also nearly 3x the displacement and 4x the horsepower. The Honda runs smooth enough at high rpm that without the aftermarket exhaust with the db killer out it was easy to lose track of revs after about 8k rpm in higher gears because it's smooth and quiet until the limiter. The 1199 get smoother from about 5k to about 9k and then it gets a bit violent again until the limiter at 10.5k
Wow very nice ride out there. How I wish the roads here in the Philippines are just like that. And I also thought you were using aftermarket exhaust here, but the sound of stock is brilliant.
On the straight everything is slow. This bike hits top speed really quick and 190 is pretty boring on long straights. But boi this bike will teach you curves.
@@uros2909 190 is more than enough for like forever. I bought a 600cc bike and while it's fun to have hyperspeed anytime, it's not even half as useful as the 500r. I regret selling it and I gave it for a very low price.. 2020 27k km, 4500 euro.. you live and you learn.
@@manbiteslife3110 For 90% of riders, ZX4RR, RS660, CBR650R and Daytona 660/675R are more than enough (that middleweight category). 600, 750 and 1000cc are too much for roads.
Best bike ever. I just started riding since February of this year and while I was searching for my first bike I was really set on getting a Ninja 300 or an R3 due to my budget and lack of experience (Never ridden, even a dirt bike or a quad) somehow I got lucky, and got a 2013 CBR500r for a steal. So far it's been amazing... I do my own wrenching and its your typical Honda. Easy to work on, and great reliability. I have no problem accelerating past most cars and it's a blast to ride. Will I eventually upgrade? I will but the CBR500r will always be in my garage because the MPG is AMAZING especially in today's Biden Era and I know the CBR500r is the perfect commuter. It's sad how certain people will look down on this bike for its lack of power when riding is more than going in a straight line. The CBR500r definitely has a place in my garage.
@@zooomthesquirrel3707 Hell yeah, congrats on the new bike. You'll learn a lot and if you live anywhere like I do, where we have many windy days, you'll be glad you went with the CBR500r.
Blaming Biden for gas prices is kinda laughable at this point. Every single government has seen gas price increases. Having someone besides Joe in office wouldn’t have changed that
Does the stem cap just pop off these newer models (for the phone mount), I have a 21 plate arriving nExt week and this will be one of the first things I add!
Agreed, I had a full exhaust, intake mod, and ECU tune within a few months of buying mine. Now I want a set of performance cams. I live at high elevation though so anything without a turbo loses a bit of power up here.
For the street, this bike has plenty of power and agility. If you want to MotoGP, get a liter bike and go to the track. But whatever you do, enjoy the ride.
The speed its around 120km/h it's not crazy fast but does look fast because in europe the road are narrow compare USA, I own a cbr 929rr yes you don't really use all power on this bike on the street compare to the 500 btw nice ride!!!
Wouldn't reall call that pushing it hard, m8 I've got my speedo topping out at 199ks an hr n still another 10ks n hr on that, 16 tooth front sprocket, k&n air filter, yoshi slip on n power commander v...
No video m8 but, just do to your bike what I've done to mine n you'll see, The lads that race these on track r getting 240 ks n hr out of them, so fucks me what else they've done to get that speed..
Contact Cameron Jones Racing in the US, they can sell you a flashed ECU. I love mine and it was a straight swap for the OEM. No need to mess with PCVs or other piggy backs.
Going at that speed in built up areas is just irresponsible and stupid. Not to mention that your field of view at that speed going through the twisties will not give you sufficient time to react and save yourself if something unexpectedly crosses your path. You will most likely hit the brakes in panic, target-fixate on the animal or whatever jumps in front of you and head right into it.
I sold a 120hp full-faired bike and bought one of these, and I've loved it ever since. It makes me a better rider but it's also a very comfortable and fun bike. Love it so much.
Only thing that sucks for me is the short gearing. But you can pin it after every corner .
@@manbiteslife3110 Also the sound of the twin cylinder engine is not inspiring.
Same, sold my 600rr for the 500r
@@christophzankl8206why
I've thought this is more than just a beginner's bike, now I have proof after watching Kevin shred everything in sight.
I agree. It is more appropriate to call it a “beginner friendly” bike rather than a beginners bike. 50 horsepower can get you into some serious trouble if you are inexperienced
A skilled rider on a beautiful run. Riding as if on a litre bike. The sense of speed is amazing. Bravo.
that was awesome. really enjoyed to watch in 4k fullscreen and dived in to monitor. thanks a lot
I'm a new rider who just got a 21 cbr500 two days ago. Glad to see someone absolutely ripping it instead of bashing the speed, you're an inspiration to learn!
I plan on getting the 2023 model should I???? Btw I'm a beginner
@@Zakkarroni55I did
@@Zakkarroni55bro I just bought a 23 cbr500 as my first “sports” bike. It has plenty of power to do what you need. A little more on the top end would be nice but it’s a perfect beginners bike. It tops out at 115. But in 3rd and 4th gear, it has a lot of pickup.
That was an awesome ride! So glad I have put down a deposit on a brand new CBR500R today and very much looking forward to riding it! Loved your fast! but safety first riding waiting for the truck to pass only when it was safe to do so and slowing for pedestrians at the road side! good on you sir!
Are u still rocking with the 500r??
I've been on an 1199 Panigale for the last 5 years and have just bought a 2022 CB500F and I don't see myself getting back on the Ducati any time soon. The Honda is just so much more usable. Its as fun to ride hard as it is to hyper mile it. I have put 200+ miles on it in the last few days and would recommend it to any rider, experienced or beginner.
Wow, great review!
How are the vibrations between the two? Any particular rpm where each engine generates more vibrations?
@@sterlingroberts6240 I'd say they both get smoother around 5k rpm. The 1199 is very lopey and angry below 3k anyhow, whereas the cb500f is still useable in the low end, will pull from 2k just fine, just not quickly. I have bar end mirrors on the CB, which meant removing the rubberized bar end weights that were installed from the factory, which did noticeably increase the vibration through the bars. That said I did just over 900 miles in 3 days on the cb recently and couldn't have been more comfortable, could have done another 900 the next 3 days easily.
@@RyanEverson16r other than being lopey and angry at low rpm, the 1199 was much smoother in engine vibration? Did vibes ever pick up towards redline?
@@sterlingroberts6240 I don't know that the 1199 is smoother, per se. I think I would say they are about equal in "vibes per cubic centimeter" really. The Ducati probably has more, ultimately, but it's also nearly 3x the displacement and 4x the horsepower. The Honda runs smooth enough at high rpm that without the aftermarket exhaust with the db killer out it was easy to lose track of revs after about 8k rpm in higher gears because it's smooth and quiet until the limiter. The 1199 get smoother from about 5k to about 9k and then it gets a bit violent again until the limiter at 10.5k
Awesome video man, you've pushed it harder than I've pushed mine! Subbed :)
Wow very nice ride out there. How I wish the roads here in the Philippines are just like that. And I also thought you were using aftermarket exhaust here, but the sound of stock is brilliant.
Lovely bike and beautiful scenery too.
And some people say the 500 is too slow for a beginner bike..... Yeah, right! Thanks for posting this one! 👍
40 hp is more than plenty for a beginner. Even 100 hp is plenty for experienced riders. 150+ hp is really just for speed junkies.
On the straight everything is slow. This bike hits top speed really quick and 190 is pretty boring on long straights. But boi this bike will teach you curves.
@@manbiteslife3110 Depends on where you live, 190 can be enough
@@uros2909 190 is more than enough for like forever. I bought a 600cc bike and while it's fun to have hyperspeed anytime, it's not even half as useful as the 500r. I regret selling it and I gave it for a very low price.. 2020 27k km, 4500 euro.. you live and you learn.
@@manbiteslife3110 For 90% of riders, ZX4RR, RS660, CBR650R and Daytona 660/675R are more than enough (that middleweight category). 600, 750 and 1000cc are too much for roads.
beautiful ride beautiful bike - I may have to get me one ..I've been stuck on the decision but this is unsticking me
I hope one day I'll be able to ride like this. Glad to know that it's unlikely I'll ever outgrow the 500, I didn't bought too much bike.
Great video shows the capabilities of the bike well
Best bike ever. I just started riding since February of this year and while I was searching for my first bike I was really set on getting a Ninja 300 or an R3 due to my budget and lack of experience (Never ridden, even a dirt bike or a quad) somehow I got lucky, and got a 2013 CBR500r for a steal. So far it's been amazing... I do my own wrenching and its your typical Honda. Easy to work on, and great reliability. I have no problem accelerating past most cars and it's a blast to ride. Will I eventually upgrade? I will but the CBR500r will always be in my garage because the MPG is AMAZING especially in today's Biden Era and I know the CBR500r is the perfect commuter. It's sad how certain people will look down on this bike for its lack of power when riding is more than going in a straight line. The CBR500r definitely has a place in my garage.
Hi,got the same model as my first bike last week and having a blast. Chose this mainly for mpg , comfort (im 6'0)
@@zooomthesquirrel3707 Hell yeah, congrats on the new bike. You'll learn a lot and if you live anywhere like I do, where we have many windy days, you'll be glad you went with the CBR500r.
Blaming Biden for gas prices is kinda laughable at this point.
Every single government has seen gas price increases. Having someone besides Joe in office wouldn’t have changed that
No doubt about it, that puppy can shift like a stabbed rat! Great video, nicely shot!
i really want this bike dude!!! thanks for the video!!
Absolutely fantastic road i can only dream of, im in indonesia and road with traffic like this is fantasy
These bikes really shine in the right hands. A good rider on a CBR500R in the twistys will smoke a lesser rider on a more powerful bike.
great video. this is what I'm looking for
I’ve just received my CBR500R ! So much fun !
Nice! Greetings from Antwerpen!
Great video. This bike doesn’t seem stock what kind of modification have you done ? Great great video thanks for sharing.
bro you were flying, such nice countryside
Nice vid bro!
Which sp connect model?
I own this bike in Australia,it's fantastic
nicely done :)
Good bike, good driver!
Me: Kevin, any thoughts on suspension, engine response, gearbox...?
Kevin: Vroooooooooooooooooooommm!!!!!!! Vrooooooom---Vrooooommm! Vrooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooommmm!!!!!!
Ok, got it, thanks man.
Sweet ride
great ride!
Thought I wasn’t going to like it since I was looking for a 650 cbr. Bought a 2022, and it’s not bad at all, very comfortable bike.
Does the stem cap just pop off these newer models (for the phone mount), I have a 21 plate arriving nExt week and this will be one of the first things I add!
Yeah it just pops off!
My first bike, still own it but outgrew it very fast. I love the bike very much and it has a lot of torque . Great bike for a beginner
Agreed, I had a full exhaust, intake mod, and ECU tune within a few months of buying mine. Now I want a set of performance cams. I live at high elevation though so anything without a turbo loses a bit of power up here.
@@glsracer Colorado?
Awesome Bike
Beautiful
For the street, this bike has plenty of power and agility. If you want to MotoGP, get a liter bike and go to the track. But whatever you do, enjoy the ride.
Yes the fireblade rrrrrrrrr is really track specific.
Nice run!
Thanks!
Good job chap. I am putting the 500r engine into a Royal Enfield continental GT it's going to be mental I think.
I've put one in my quad bike lol
Nice ride. Wich national street / route is that? Somewhere in Ardenne, i suppose! I would like to go there on my next trip, i also live in BE.
Basse bodeux > Manhay :)
This is skill!!!! All of the reviewers who shits on this bike needs to watch this!
What tires are you on?
Hey man where is this road i want to visit this place in the weekend 😊😊
What phone mount are you using?
SP connect!
Where is this? I'm from Beklgium aswelm but struggling to find roads like this!
Alles aan de kanten van Ouffet -> Trois points -> Viesalm is zeker de moeite waard!
@@KevinMathy Ahaaa, 3 landenpunt staat op de planning deze zomer! Thx
Slow bike fun. Well done.
Are you using any external mic?
No, just the one inside the GoPro
Ive never seen a bike reach its top speed so easily. I have to wonder what its capable of when flashed
Nice 😁
I love my CBR 150R
Qu'elle est belle cette petite...
Hey what phone mount are you using?
SP Connect :)
@@KevinMathy thx. Nice vid btw
Where did you get the matching jacket?
Found it online :)
@@KevinMathy do you remember where? It matches so perfectly, I want one to go with mine when I get it.
@@joshwilson9393 it's the Rev'it vertex pro
@@KevinMathy thank you so much!
Jij bent gek
Beetje maar 😜
is that mph or kph on the clock ?
kph
@@salskars6637 doesn't it look faster than kph ?
Beautiful..😍😍😍 I'm in love..
The speed its around 120km/h it's not crazy fast but does look fast because in europe the road are narrow compare USA, I own a cbr 929rr yes you don't really use all power on this bike on the street compare to the 500 btw nice ride!!!
What tires are you running?
Bridgestone battlax T31
3:19 literally every time i wanna go out riding on a fun road this happens 😣
I know the feeling, just make sure you pass them safely!
500r was fun, though lacs x factor, 650r is meh, try 675r from triumph man ;) cheers again hahahaa
What’s the top speed of this bike?
I cant get mine over 110mph
ive gotten mine to 127 mph
@@abdelhadiah6947 what year is yours and what mods have you made
@@rossmiller2975 2016, all stock. That’s it’s max tho
Haha this is how I ride my cbr boy
Someone said that this is a boring bike but this ride was all but boring.
i dont think our cbr500rs are the same. mines not this fast
Hey man, it's in km/h :)
@@KevinMathy ok I see!!! That’s awesome man!
Wouldn't reall call that pushing it hard, m8 I've got my speedo topping out at 199ks an hr n still another 10ks n hr on that, 16 tooth front sprocket, k&n air filter, yoshi slip on n power commander v...
Cool man! Got any vids of yours?
No video m8 but, just do to your bike what I've done to mine n you'll see,
The lads that race these on track r getting 240 ks n hr out of them, so fucks me what else they've done to get that speed..
@@benjialbert3317 Don't really care much about top speed, i just like cornering :)
Anyone can do straight line speed. It’s all about cornering
Contact Cameron Jones Racing in the US, they can sell you a flashed ECU. I love mine and it was a straight swap for the OEM. No need to mess with PCVs or other piggy backs.
Going at that speed in built up areas is just irresponsible and stupid.
Not to mention that your field of view at that speed going through the twisties will not give you sufficient time to react and save yourself if something unexpectedly crosses your path.
You will most likely hit the brakes in panic, target-fixate on the animal or whatever jumps in front of you and head right into it.