Honda CB500F: seat height & fit
Can you flat-foot the Honda CB500F? Its 30.9" (79 cm) seat height is only half the story — here's the inseam you actually need once sag, seat width and boots are accounted for.
| Seat height (unladen) | 30.9" / 79 cm |
|---|---|
| Wet weight | 417 lb / 189 kg |
| Style | standard |
| Seat width | medium |
| Inseam to flat-foot | ~29.4" |
| Inseam for balls of feet | ~28.5" |
| Lowering options | Limited |
| Approx. MSRP | $6,799 |
Fit by inseam
What you can expect on the Honda CB500F at a range of inseams, wearing riding boots:
| Inseam | Fit verdict |
|---|---|
| 28" | Tiptoes |
| 29" | Balls of both feet |
| 30" | Both feet flat |
| 31" | Both feet flat |
| 32" | Both feet flat |
| 33" | Both feet flat |
Frequently asked
- What is the seat height of the Honda CB500F?
- The Honda CB500F has a published unladen seat height of 30.9 inches (79 cm). Under your weight the suspension sags roughly 1.0 inch, so the effective height you reach is a little lower.
- Can short riders flat-foot the Honda CB500F?
- You can plant both feet flat on the Honda CB500F from roughly a 29.4-inch inseam, and get the balls of both feet down from about 28.5 inches (in riding boots). Below that you're on tiptoes.
- Can the Honda CB500F be lowered?
- Aftermarket lowering options for the Honda CB500F are limited. A shaved or lower-profile seat is usually the most reliable way to reduce reach.
Lowering & gear for the Honda CB500F
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