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How does a KTM Duke 490 stack up against a Honda CB500F?
14 January 2025 07:08
Performance-wise, the Duke 490 would smoke the CB500F. KTM always has more power.
How does a KTM Duke 490 stack up against a Honda CB500F?
14 January 2025 07:08
The CB500F would still have Honda's reliability. Usually, the first-gen bikes from KTM have problems.
How does a KTM Duke 490 stack up against a Honda CB500F?
14 January 2025 07:08
I'd take the KTM any day. Yes, it wouldn’t be as reliable, but it sure would be more fun to ride.
How does a KTM Duke 490 stack up against a Honda CB500F?
14 January 2025 07:08
Both are excellent commuter bikes, but the CB500F would likely be a better one, and the Duke 490 will rule the twisties on the weekend.
How does a KTM Duke 490 stack up against a Honda CB500F?
14 January 2025 07:08
Of course, KTM would likely stuff the 490 with more tech features, but for more money. It's a trade-off.
How does a KTM Duke 490 stack up against a Honda CB500F?
14 January 2025 07:08
The Duke will probably have a more aggressive riding position than the Street Triple, which might be a deal breaker for some.
How does a KTM Duke 490 stack up against a Honda CB500F?
14 January 2025 07:08
Honda’s dealer network is much more robust. The CB500F certainly has a big plus for maintenance and repairs.
How does a KTM Duke 490 stack up against a Honda CB500F?
14 January 2025 07:08
I suspect the Duke 490 would have come with better suspension out of the box. That’s an area KTM usually nails.
How does a KTM Duke 490 stack up against a Honda CB500F?
14 January 2025 07:08
The CB500F is proven. I’d wait a couple of years before considering a first-gen Duke 490.
How does a KTM Duke 490 stack up against a Honda CB500F?
14 January 2025 07:08
In terms of style, the Duke would be a hands-down winner. Honda's designs are just more boring than KTM's.
The Z500 also has a lot in common with its main competition, the Honda CB500F.
07 January 2025 10:41
I rode both, and the Z500 feels sportier. Handling is a bit sharper; on the engine, it has a bit more punch. I like it more fun bike to ride.
The Z500 also has a lot in common with its main competition, the Honda CB500F.
07 January 2025 10:41
CB500F all the way. All in all the bike just feels more refined and above all, Honda's reliability is unbeatable. Also, it’s been around longer, so there are tons of aftermarket parts.
The Z500 also has a lot in common with its main competition, the Honda CB500F.
07 January 2025 10:41
Honestly, they're so close that it's just which one do you think looks better. While I prefer the Z500's no holds barred stylings I can see why some might like the CB's cleaner lines.
The Z500 also has a lot in common with its main competition, the Honda CB500F.
07 January 2025 10:41
Powerwise, the Z500 has a tiny edge, but the engine on the CB500's is smoother. I'd get the Honda for commuting and all around purposes.
The Z500 also has a lot in common with its main competition, the Honda CB500F.
07 January 2025 10:41
The Z500 is a newer model, and has more up to date tech features. The LED lighting is a nice touch and that TFT display is gorgeous. It feels more modern overall.
The Z500 also has a lot in common with its main competition, the Honda CB500F.
07 January 2025 10:41
I've had both, and I think the Z500 is more exciting, but the CB500F is more practical. It depends on what you want in a bike.
The Z500 also has a lot in common with its main competition, the Honda CB500F.
07 January 2025 10:41
The Z500's engine revs higher, making it more fun on twisty roads, but the CB500F's low end torque is great in the city. It's a tough choice!
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