Honda launches CB500 motorcycle in India with three trim options

Honda's Indian division unveiled the all‑new CB500, a retro‑styled roadster powered by a 501 cc air‑ and oil‑cooled single‑cylinder engine that produces roughly 27‑28 hp and 43.3 Nm of torque, positioned above the current CB350 range.

The model will be sold in three trims – CB500 Alloy, CB500 Spoke Tubeless, and CB500 Spoke Tubeless with Graphics – with ex‑showroom prices estimated at about Rs 2.60 lakh, Rs 2.90 lakh and Rs 3.15 lakh respectively. Launch is slated for around September 2026, featuring a 5‑speed gearbox, assist‑and‑slipper clutch, and a curb weight near 200 kg.