Honda CB500 vs Royal Enfield Classic 650

Last Updated: November 8, 2026

Honda CB500 price starts at Rs. 2.75 Lakh, which is Rs. 92,592 cheaper than the base variant of Royal Enfield Classic 650, priced at Rs. 3.68 Lakh. On the performance front, the CB500 uses a 501cc engine and the Classic 650 a 647.95cc engine producing 47.04 PS @ 7250 rpm. If you're deciding between the CB500 and Classic 650, the CB500 is the better pick for affordability.

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CB500 vs Classic 650 Comparison Summary

Specification Honda CB500Royal Enfield Classic 650
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.75 LakhRs. 3.68 Lakh
Mileage Not Available31 kmpl
Engine 501 cc647.95 cc
Max power Not Available47.04 PS @ 7250 rpm
Kerb weight Not Available243 Kg

CB500 vs Classic 650 Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda CB500 AlloyRoyal Enfield Classic 650 Hotrod
Rating
2 reviews
20 reviews
Brand Name Honda Royal Enfield
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.75 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.68 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single-cylinder air-cooled with Oil cooled engine Inline Twin Cylinder, 4 Stroke, SOHC
Max Power Not Available 47.04 PS @ 7250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda CB500 Colors
Royal Enfield Classic 650 Colors
Braking Type Anti-lock Braking System Not Available
Wheel Size Not Available Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Not Available Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Analogue
EMI
Rs. 7,529 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 10,065 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 22,153 CB500 Insurance Rs. 23,607 Classic 650 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
2
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
157 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Single-cylinder air-cooled with Oil cooled engine
Inline Twin Cylinder, 4 Stroke, SOHC
Engine Displacement
501 cc
647.95 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
6 Speed
Max Power
Not Available
47.04 PS @ 7250 rpm
Max Torque
Not Available
52.3 Nm @ 5650 rpm
Bore
Not Available
78 mm
Stroke
Not Available
67.8 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
Not Available
9.5:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston
Braking Type
Anti-lock Braking System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
31 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
21.45 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Not Available
Telescopic Fork 43 mm, 120 mm
Suspension-Rear
Not Available
Twin Shock, 90 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
32 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
42 psi
Tyre Size
Not Available
Front :-100/90-19, Rear :-140/70-18
Wheel Size
Not Available
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Seat height
Not Available
800 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.9 L
Gross Weight
Not Available
407 kg
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2318*892*1137 mm3
Wheelbase
Not Available
1475 mm
Length
Not Available
2318 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
154 mm
Height
Not Available
1137 mm
Width
Not Available
892 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Available
14.8 L
Kerb Weight
Not Available
243 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
Not Available
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
Not Available
300 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Roadside assistance
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 12AH

Frame Type
Not Available
Steel Tubular Spine Frame
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Honda Selectable Torque
ECO Mode
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Front Footpegs
Forward-set
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Roadster Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Not Available
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Air & Oil Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Analogue
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
500kms/45 days
2nd Service
Not Available
5000kms/180 days
3rd Service
Not Available
10000kms/360 days
4th Service
Not Available
15000kms/540 days

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
3 Years or 40,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
40000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Royal Enfield Classic 650
  • The heritage design makes the bike look drop-dead gorgeous
  • The 650cc engine is very refined & the bike can easily cruise at highway speeds
  • The brakes offer good feedback and bring the bike to a halt quickly
Royal Enfield Classic 650
  • The bike feels really heavy coming in at 243kg kerb
  • Ride quality is poor due to the stiff suspension setup
  • The clutch lever action is on the heavier side
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Which bike is best between Honda CB500 vs Royal Enfield Classic 650?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Honda CB500 vs Royal Enfield Classic 650?
The Honda CB500 is cheaper than Royal Enfield Classic 650 by ₹92,592.
Which bike offers better performance Honda CB500 vs Royal Enfield Classic 650?
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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