Bangalore‑based buyers can now book the CB500 in three trims, starting at ₹2.75 lakh for the alloy‑wheel base, ₹2.99 lakh for the spoke version, and ₹3.01 lakh for the spoke‑with‑graphics upgrade.
Under the hood sits a 501cc single‑cylinder, air‑cooled unit with an oil cooler that churns out 28hp and 43.3Nm, paired to a five‑speed gearbox.
The bike is wired for the digital age with an analogue‑digital dash, Honda RoadSync for navigation and messaging, Honda Selectable Torque Control, and a slipper clutch that smooths downshifts.
In the retro‑roadster arena, the CB500 sits between the budget CB350 and the higher‑priced KTM 390 or Yamaha MT‑07, offering a lighter chassis and lower price while still delivering modern tech.
Bookings have opened, but the company will drop full spec sheets in a staggered fashion—Alloy variant details in Q3 FY26‑27, the spoke trims in Q4—so deliveries will follow those announcements.
What to watch next: keep an eye on the 2026‑27 model year as Honda ramps up production, potentially adding more features and a refined chassis.