Honda CB500 vs BSA Gold Star: Compared In Images
Big thumping singles compared, on paper
Honda has recently unveiled the CB500. Let us see how the retro-styled roadster goes up against the BSA Gold Star.
Engine
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Specifications |
Honda CB500 |
BSA Gold Star |
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Engine |
501 cc, single-cylinder air and oil-cooled engine |
652 cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine |
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Power |
28.1 PS |
45 PS |
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Torque |
43.3 Nm |
55 Nm |
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Gearbox |
5-speed |
5-speed |
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The BSA Gold Star has a larger engine and produces more power and torque.
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Unlike the CB500's air-cooled engine, the Gold Star gets a liquid-cooled engine.
Overall, the Honda CB500 should be more relaxed and easy-going to ride, while the Gold Star is likely to feel punchier.
Features
|
Specifications |
Honda CB500 |
BSA Gold Star |
|
LED headlight |
Yes |
Yes |
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Bluetooth connectivity |
Yes |
No |
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Instrument control |
Analogue console with digital inset |
Analogue twin-pod and digital |
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The BSA Gold Star gets a twin-pod instrument cluster that displays the speedometer and tachometer
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The CB500 gets the same instrument cluster as the CB350, featuring an analogue console with a digital display.
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The Gold Star misses out on Bluetooth connectivity.
Overall both the bikes stay true to their retro roadster DNA, while the CB 500 offers slightly more convenience.
Underpinnings
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Specifications |
Honda CB500 |
BSA Gold Star |
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Front suspension |
Telescopic fork |
Telescopic fork |
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Rear suspension |
Twin gas-charged shock absorbers |
Twin shock absorbers |
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Front brake |
Disc brake |
Disc brake |
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Rear brake |
Disc brake with switchable ABS and traction control |
Disc brake with dual-channel ABS |
There isn't much to separate the two in terms of underpinnings, but the CB500's switchable ABS and traction control make it the more feature-rich package.
BikeDekho Says
Both the retro roadsters offer very different experiences. The Honda CB500 stands out as the more feature-rich motorcycle with ABS and traction control and modern connectivity features. The motorcycle hasn't been launched yet, but we expect it to be priced at around Rs 2.80 lakh (ex-showroom).
On the other hand, the Gold Star offers stronger performance thanks to its larger engine. Priced at Rs 3,45,950 (ex-showroom, Delhi), it stays true to its old-school character with minimal electronic aids.
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