2024 Honda SCL500

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2024 Honda SCL500 in Candy Orange. (Honda/)

Overview

Honda had the ideal platform for a scrambler-style motorcycle already in its lineup in the Rebel 500. A few styling and chassis changes and the SCL500 was born. A high-mount muffler, neutral and relaxed riding position, lots of suspension travel with gaiter-protected fork tubes, and 19-inch front and 17-inch rear tires provide the look of classic ‘60s scramblers.

Power comes from Honda’s 471cc liquid-cooled parallel twin, which features double-overhead cams and four valves per cylinder. It is fed by programmed fuel injection. A six-speed gearbox and assist/slipper clutch send power to the rear wheel via a chain final drive.

A 41mm fork with 5.9 inches of travel, and a pair of preload-adjustable shocks with 5.7 inches of travel make up the suspension package. Braking comes from a twin-piston front caliper biting a 310mm disc and a single-piston and 240mm disc at the rear. Both are ABS equipped.

2024 Honda SCL500 in Matte Black Metallic. (Honda/)

Pricing and Variants

The 2024 Honda SCL500 is available in Matte Black Metallic, Candy Orange, or Matte Laurel Green Metallic for $6,799.

2024 Honda SCL500 in Matte Laurel Green Metallic. (Honda/)

Competition

• <a href="https://www.cycleworld.com/kawasaki/eliminator/"><b>Kawasaki Eliminator, $6,649 to $6,949</b></a>
• <a href="https://www.cycleworld.com/story/buyers-guide/2020-yamaha-xsr700/"><b>Yamaha XSR700, $8,899</b></a>
• <a href="https://www.cycleworld.com/story/buyers-guide/2021-ducati-scrambler-icon/"><b>Ducati Scrambler Icon, $10,995</b></a>
• <a href="https://www.cycleworld.com/motorcycle-reviews/triumph-speed-400-and-scrambler-400-x-review/"><b>Triumph Scrambler 400 X, $5,595</b></a>
• <a href="https://www.cycleworld.com/bikes/husqvarna-vitpilen-401-and-svartpilen-401-first-look/"><b>Husqvarna Svartpilen 401, $5,899</b></a>
• <a href="https://www.cycleworld.com/story/motorcycle-reviews/royal-enfield-scram-411-first-ride-2023/"><b>Royal Enfield Scram 401, $5,099</b></a>

News and Reviews

• <a href="https://www.cycleworld.com/motorcycle-reviews/honda-scl500-first-ride-review/"><b>Honda SCL500 First Ride</b></a>
• <a href="https://www.cycleworld.com/bikes/honda-scl500-dyno-test-2023/"><b>Honda SCL500 Dyno Test</b></a>

2024 Honda SCL500 Claimed Specs

MSRP:	$6,799
Engine:	DOHC, liquid-cooled parallel twin; 4 valves/cyl.
Displacement:	471cc
Bore x Stroke:	67.0 x 66.8mm
Compression Ratio:	10.7:1
Transmission/Final Drive:	6-speed/chain
Fuel System:	PGM-FI w/ 34mm throttle bodies
Clutch:	Wet, multiplate; cable operation
Frame:	Steel diamond
Front Suspension:	41mm telescopic fork; 5.9 in. travel
Rear Suspension:	Twin shocks, preload adjustable; 5.7 in. travel
Front Brake:	2-piston caliper, 310mm disc w/ ABS
Rear Brake:	1-piston caliper, 240mm disc w/ ABS
Wheels, Front/Rear:	Cast aluminum; 19 in./17 in.
Tires, Front/Rear:	110/80-19 / 150/70-17
Rake/Trail:	27.0°/4.3 in.
Wheelbase:	58.4 in.
Ground Clearance:	6.1 in.
Seat Height:	31.1 in.
Fuel Capacity:	3.2 gal.
Wet Weight:	423 lb.
Contact:	powersports.honda.com

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