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The Honda CB500 and CB550 offered a more agile and approachable alternative to the mighty CB750, defining the mid-size Japanese four-cylinder market. It remains a highly popular and affordable entry point for vintage motorcycle enthusiasts thanks to its classic looks and proven reliability.
Find one with Spotter →Typical sold price of a Honda CB500 & CB550 ranges from $2,052 to $10,834, based on 176 sales tracked on Hypercars. 13 currently for sale.
Introduced in 1971, the Honda CB500 Four was a scaled-down version of the revolutionary CB750. It was lighter and more nimble, offering a balanced package that many riders found more manageable than its larger sibling. In 1974, Honda bored the engine out to create the CB550, which came in two main flavors: the CB550K with its classic 4-into-4 exhaust and the CB550F Super Sport with a sleeker 4-into-1 pipe and flatter handlebars.
These middleweight Hondas are perennial favorites for collectors and riders. They embody the quintessential Universal Japanese Motorcycle (UJM) look, are known for their reliability, and have strong parts availability. Their straightforward SOHC inline-4 engines are easy to work on, making them an excellent choice for those new to vintage motorcycle maintenance. The combination of classic style, usable performance, and dependability keeps them in high demand.
The market for CB500s and CB550s is broad, with an average sale price around $5,260. The wide price range reflects the variety of conditions available, from basket-case projects to pristine original examples and tastefully modified cafe racers. Unmolested bikes with original paint and, crucially, original exhaust systems, are becoming rare and command the highest prices.
Based on 50 recent sales, prices range from around $1,300 for projects to $12,000 for concours-level examples.
176 Honda CB500 & CB550 vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars, with 13 currently live. Sold prices range from $600 to $16,000.
Data sourced from Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, eBay Motors, PCarMarket, and Collecting Cars. Updated daily.
Based on 176 sales tracked on Hypercars, Honda CB500 & CB550 prices typically range from $2,052 to $10,834. There are 13 currently for sale.
There are 13 Honda CB500 & CB550 listings currently live across auctions, dealers, and marketplaces tracked by Hypercars.
