Honda CB500F / CBR500R (2014-2018)
Oil Capacity
The Honda CB500F / CBR500R (2014-2018) takes 2.7 L of oil with a filter change (2.5 L without).
Oil Capacity
Oil capacity (with filter)2.7 LAt oil filter change
Oil capacity (without filter)2.5 LAt draining only
Oil capacity (dry fill)3.2 LAt full disassembly/overhaul
Engine oil gradeHonda Genuine Oil, SAE 10W-30 SJ, JASO MA (or equivalent SAE 10W-30 SJ or higher)Per the wider 2014-2018 manual, Honda changed the recommended grade to SAE 10W-30 SL, JASO MA (or equivalent SAE 10W-30 SL or higher) effective 03/07/2017 — a calendar date cutoff printed in the manual, not a model-year boundary. Vehicles built before that date still call for SJ.
FAQ
How much oil does the Honda CB500F / CBR500R (2014-2018) take with a filter change?
2.7 L with the oil filter.
How much oil without changing the filter?
2.5 L without a filter change.
What is the dry-fill oil capacity?
3.2 L when the engine is completely empty.