Honda CB500 Four (1971 to 1976)

The Honda CB500 Four was introduced in 1971 as a mid displacement standard motorcycle. It was equipped with a 498cc inline four engine with a single overhead camshaft and air cooling, fed by four carburetors, offering smooth operation and competitive performance for its class. This engine was paired to a five speed manual transmission with chain final drive, mounted in a standard/naked style frame designed for versatile urban and sport riding. The CB500 Four was produced in several K-series iterations (K0, K1, K2 and K3) and stood out for combining the mechanical sophistication of a four cylinder engine with a more contained size and price than the large superbikes of the time, establishing itself as one of the most refined models in its segment during the early 1970s. The Honda CB500 Four was produced until 1977.