2016-2019 Honda CB500F Maintenance Schedule and Service Intervals

This is the maintenance schedule and associated service intervals for the 2016-2019 Honda CB500F.

This maintenance schedule applies to the following models:

2016-2019 Honda CB500F

The Honda CB500F is a standard/naked bike that is part of the Honda 500 twin series straight-twin motorcycles made since 2013. The innovative CB500F expands riding enthusiasts’ options with a modern and sporty 471cc sportbike. This image-conscious offering not only carries a full load of attitude, it also delivers a gratifying level of performance and versatility. The CB500F has a classic riding position, a 30.9-inch seat height and plenty of room for a variety of riders.

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2016-2019 Honda CB500F Maintenance Schedule

Below is the maintenance schedule for the 2016-2019 Honda CB500F.

The maintenance for the 2016-2019 Honda CB500F is broken into two sections: Emission-Related Items and Non-Emission-Related Items.

Highlighted element(s) means that there are changes in this year model vs the previous year model.

Periodic Maintenance Chart

Items		x 1000 mi	0.6	4	8	12	16	20	24
Emission-Related Items		x 1000 km	1	6.4	12.8	19.2	25.6	32	38.4	Regular Replace
Fuel Line	X				I		I		I
Throttle Operation	X				I		I		I
Air Cleaner*2						R			R
Crankcase Breather*3				C	C	C	C	C	C
Spark Plug	XX						R
Valve Clearance	XX						I
Engine Oil			R		R		R		R	1 Year
Engine Oil Filter			R				R
Engine Idle Speed	X				I		I		I
Radiator Coolant *5					I		I		I	3 Years
Cooling System	X				I		I		I
Secondary Air Supply System	X						I
Evaporative Emission Control System*4	X						I
Non-Emission-Related Items
Drive Chain		Every 600 mi (1000 km): I L
Brake Fluid*5				I	I	I	I	I	I	2 Years
Brake Pads Wear				I	I	I	I	I	I
Brake System					I		I		I
Brake Light Switch					I		I		I
Headlight Aim					I		I		I
Clutch System				I	I	I	I	I	I
Side Stand					I		I		I
Suspension	X				I		I		I
Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners	X				I		I		I
Wheels/Tires	XX				I		I		I
Steering Head Bearings	XX				I		I		I

X: Intermediate. We recommend service by your Honda dealer, unless you have the necessary tools and are mechanically skilled. Procedures are provided in an official Honda Service Manual
XX: Technical. In the interest of safety, have your motorcycle serviced by your dealer.

Maintenance Procedures:

I: Inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate, or replace, if necessary
R: Replace
L: Lubricate
C:Clean

Notes:

*1 : At higher odometer readings, repeat at the frequency interval established here.
*2 : Service more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
*3 : Service more frequently when riding in rain or at full throttle.
*4 : 50 STATE (meets California).
*5 : Replacement requires mechanical skill.

Tyre size and tyre pressure for the 2016-2019 Honda CB500F

The 2016-2019 Honda CB500F has the following tyres and tyre sizes standard:

Front: 120/70ZR17M/C(58W)
Rear: 160/60ZR17M/C (69W)

Tire type: Radial, tubeless

Recommended Tires:

Front:

DUNLOP D222F
METZELER ROADTEC Z8 INTERACT E

Rear:

DUNLOP D222 P
METZELER ROADTEC Z8 INTERACT M

The manual for the 2016-2019 Honda CB500F recommends the following tyre pressures (when cold):

Front: 36 psi (250 kPa, 2.50 kgf/cm2)
Rear: 42 psi (290 kPa, 2.90 kgf/cm2)

About the 2016-2019 Honda CB500F

The innovative CB500F expands riding enthusiasts’ options with a modern and sporty 471cc sportbike. This image-conscious offering not only carries a full load of attitude, it also delivers a gratifying level of performance and versatility. The CB500F has a classic riding position, a 30.9-inch seat height and plenty of room for a variety of riders.

Ideal for any rider stepping up from a smaller machine or holding an A2 licence, the naked CB500F, part of a new family of motorcycles that includes the fully-faired CBR500R and adventure sports CB500X, is a true middleweight with compact dimensions, punchy performance and nimble handling.

Sharing a common frame and engine, the three machines each have a distinct feel and character and feature a riding position and design that is tailored, and will appeal to, a wide variety of riders, with adaptable abilities that cover a range of uses from commuting and sports, to touring.

A perfect platform from which to experience the fun and freedom that motorcycling brings, the CB500F makes a great first “full-size” bike for any rider – and with its high build quality, affordable price point and with low running costs.

The naked CB500F takes styling cues from the stripped-down four-cylinder CB1000R, and its slim form offers great urban ability as well as enjoyable, out-of-town performance. Its DOHC twin-cylinder fuel-injected engine produces 35kW (making it ideal for A2 licence holders moving up a class) and returns an impressive 80.2mpg (WMTC figure).