Borile B500CR - 2008 Specifications and Reviews

The 2008 Borile B500CR is a versatile single-cylinder allrounder designed for riders seeking straightforward reliability and easy maintenance. Its air-cooled 487cc engine delivers accessible performance suitable for commuting and light touring. Known for practical simplicity with carbureted fuel delivery and kickstart ignition, it appeals to budget-conscious riders valuing dependability over cutting-edge features.

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General information

CategoryAllround
Year2008
ModelBorile B500CR

Engine and Transmission Specifications

ClutchMultidisc in oil bath
Transmission typefinal driveChain
Cooling systemAir
Lubrication systemBy pump
StarterKick
Fuel controlOHC
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel systemCarburettor. Mikuni TM 36
Bore x stroke87.0 x 82.0 mm (3.4 x 3.2 inches)
Compression10.3:1
Stroke4
Engine typeSingle cylinder
Capacity:487.00 ccm (29.72 cubic inches)
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Wheelbase1,400 mm (55.1 inches)
Ground clearance200 mm (7.9 inches)
Overall width720 mm (28.3 inches)
Overall length1,990 mm (78.3 inches)
Seat height850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight117.0 kg (257.9 pounds)

Borile B500CR dimensions and frame

Rear brakes diameter220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc
Front brakes diameter320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear tyre dimensions150/70-17
Front tyre dimensions120/70-17
Rear suspensionMono Paioli with no levers
Front suspensionCeriani upside down fork
Frame typeCradle of round tubes in 7020 alloy

Speed and acceleration

Fuel capacity8.50 litres (2.25 gallons)
 
 

Other specs

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Performance Profile & Rider Fit

Best For

Track65%
City55%
Cornering85%
Daily Riding40%
Touring20%
Passenger15%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis bike suits confident riders who enjoy a raw, minimalist machine and are comfortable managing a punchy single-cylinder engine with a kick starter and no frills.
PurposeBuilt as an Italian supermoto-style street tracker, it's meant for spirited backroad carving and short, engaging rides rather than distance or utility.
Rider FitIts featherweight 117 kg dry chassis and 850 mm seat height make it easy to flick around, though the firm setup and light fueling range demand an active, engaged riding style.
CharacterIt has the personality of a stripped-down Italian street tracker: eager, agile, mechanically simple, and full of character rather than outright speed.
Not Ideal ForIt's not a good match for riders wanting long-distance comfort, passenger touring, or modern electronic rider aids.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2008 Borile B500CR Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 850mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with tip-toe one foot on the 2008 Borile B500CR, with a relaxed knee angle of around 130 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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