Honda CL500 vs Triumph Scrambler 400 XC
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Honda CL500 and the Triumph Scrambler 400 XC as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Honda Philippines, Inc. and Triumph Motorcycles Philippines Inc. (Autohub Group). Last verified .
Photo: Honda Philippines, via hondaph.com.
Honda CL500
Standard variant
- SRP
- ₱410,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱11,567
Photo: Triumph Motorcycles, via triumphmotorcycles.ph.
Triumph Scrambler 400 XC
Scrambler 400 XC variant
- SRP
- ₱404,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱11,478
How they differ
- The Triumph Scrambler 400 XC is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱404,000, which is ₱6,000 (1%) below the Honda CL500 at ₱410,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the Scrambler 400 XC is estimated at ₱11,478 a month against ₱11,567 for the CL500, a difference of ₱89 a month.
- The CL500 makes more power (46.2 PS against 40 PS for the Scrambler 400 XC).
- The CL500 has more torque (43.4 Nm against 37.5 Nm for the Scrambler 400 XC).
- The CL500 has the larger engine (471 cc against 398 cc for the Scrambler 400 XC).
- The CL500 has the lower seat at 790 mm, 45 mm below the Scrambler 400 XC, which matters for shorter riders.
- The CL500 is the heavier bike (193 kg against 186 kg for the Scrambler 400 XC).
- The Scrambler 400 XC carries more fuel (13 L against 12.2 L for the CL500).
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Honda CL500Standard, ₱410,000 | Triumph Scrambler 400 XCScrambler 400 XC, ₱404,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, 4-Stroke, 4-Valve Two-Cylinder | Liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, 4 valve, DOHC |
| Displacement (differs) | 471 cc | 398 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 46.2 PS | 40 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | 8200 rpm | 8000 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 43.4 Nm | 37.5 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | 6250 | 6500 |
| Fuel system (differs) | n/a | Bosch, electronic fuel injection with electronic throttle control |
| Cooling | Liquid-cooled | Liquid-cooled |
| Fuel economy (differs) | 27.1 km/L | n/a |
| Emission standard (differs) | n/a | Euro 5+ |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | 6-Speed Manual Type | 6 speed |
| Final drive (differs) | n/a | X-ring chain |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 2174 mm | 2117 mm |
| Width (differs) | 831 mm | 901 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1134 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 1484 mm | 1418 mm |
| Seat height (differs) | 790 mm | 835 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 155 mm | n/a |
| Curb weight (differs) | 193 kg | 186 kg |
| Capacity | ||
| Fuel tank (differs) | 12.2 L | 13 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | n/a | 43 mm USD big piston forks, 150 mm wheel travel |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Twin Shock with 45mm Round Pipe Swingarm, 5-Step Pre-Load Adjustment | Gas monoshock (RSU) with external reservoir and pre-load adjustment, 150 mm wheel travel |
| Front brake (differs) | Single 310mm Floating Disc, Dual Piston Calipers | Single, 320 mm fixed disc, 4-piston radial caliper, ABS |
| Rear brake (differs) | Single 240mm Disc, Mono Piston Calliper | Single, 230 mm fixed disc, Brembo, single-piston floating caliper, ABS. |
| Front tyre (differs) | 110/80R19M/C 59H (Tubeless) | 100/90-19 |
| Rear tyre (differs) | 150/70R17M/C 69H (Tubeless) | 140/80-17 |
| Wheels (differs) | n/a | Spoked Tubeless, 19 x 2.5 in |
| Frame (differs) | Diamond Type / Steel | Hybrid spine and perimeter, tubular steel, bolt-on rear subframe |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | 2-channel ABS | ABS |
| Traction control (differs) | n/a | Switchable traction control |
| Features | ||
| Instrument panel (differs) | LCD | Analogue speedometer, integrated multi-function LCD screen |
| Headlight (differs) | All-LED lighting | LED with DRL |
| Other features (differs) | Emergency Stop Signal; Honda Ignition Security System (HISS) | Ride-by-wire throttle; Slip and assist clutch; USB-C charging port |
| Ownership | ||
| Service interval (differs) | n/a | 16,000 km or 12 months |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.



