2025 Honda® SCL 500

Honda SCL500 Standard Motorcycle
In the 1960s and early 1970s, the legendary Honda CL350 and CL72 scramblers were some of the most popular bikes in the world. They were light, fun, and sized right and offered a user-friendly power delivery. And now we’re introducing a street scrambler-style machine that’s just as much fun, The Honda SCL500. We bet the SCL500 is going to be as popular as our original scramblers! The SCL500’s 471cc 8-valve, liquid-cooled parallel twin-cylinder engine is smooth, easy to use and thoroughly engaging. It features revised PGM-FI fuel injection mapping, and a new intake and exhaust setup that deliver engaging power and torque. The engine's clutch is designed to help you ride with confidence. It assists with a light lever load and makes for smoother, easier gear changes up and down. And you don't have to juggle engine RPM or worry about rear wheel lock-ups on multiple down changes -- the bike's slipper function handles that for you. The SCL500 engine includes a 41-tooth sprocket (one more than the Honda Rebel 500’s 40-tooth model), providing crisp acceleration through each gear. The SCL500 packs a punch by maintaining a 67mm x 66.8mm bore and stroke, along with a 10.7:1 compression ratio – the same found in the rest of the 500 series. 41mm telescopic front forks feature 150mm travel for supple control, along with a dose of off-road styling thanks to fork boots which also help with improved dust resistance. The rear Showa suspension delivers even more confidence from a 5-stage preload adjustment, ideal for luggage or a passenger. There's also the surefooted stability of a 19-inch front wheel, and the 310mm floating front disc and two-piston caliper ensure progressive stopping power with ABS optimised for dirt tracks as well as roads. Along with a reduction in damping for increased pitching movement, the suspension provides a more dynamic and intuitive ride experience. The Scrambler’s versatile 19-inch front and 17-inch rear tires strike the perfect balance between on-road touring and dirt running performance. Inspired by the concept of modern adventure bikes, the tires find traction on a wide variety of surfaces, offering high-speed stability on the road, and predictable handling off-road. Riding on wet or dirty road conditions with confidence – the standard ABS helps create an optimal balance of front and rear braking forces when you’re counting on them. The Scrambler’s versatile 19-inch front and 17-inch rear tires strike the perfect balance between on-road touring and dirt running performance. Inspired by the concept of modern adventure bikes, the tires find traction on a wide variety of surfaces, offering high-speed stability on the road, and predictable handling off-road. Plus tax and license.