Borile B500CR - 2015 Specifications and Reviews

The 2015 Borile B500CR is an Italian-made scrambler designed for riders seeking classic style with modern reliability. Known for its lightweight handling and vintage aesthetic, it delivers capable off-road performance with a 500cc engine and quality suspension components. Best suited for enthusiasts who value character and agility over raw power.

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General information

CategoryClassic
Year2015
ModelBorile B500CR

Engine and Transmission Specifications

ClutchWet, multidisc
Transmission type,final driveChain
Gearbox5-speed
Cooling systemAir
Lubrication systemBy pump
IgnitionElectronic
Fuel controlOverhead Cams (OHC)
Fuel systemCarburettor. Mikuni
Bore x Stroke87.0 x 82.0 mm (3.4 x 3.2 inches)
Compression10.3:1
Engine typeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Capacity:487.00 ccm (29.72 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

WheelsWire spoked
Rear brakes diameter220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc
Front brakes diameter315 mm (12.4 inches)
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear tyre150/70-17
Front tyre120/70-17
Rear wheel travel116 mm (4.6 inches)
Rear SuspensionMono Paioli with no levers
Front wheel travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Front SuspensionCeriani upside down fork
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel capacity8.50 litres (2.25 gallons)
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)

Other specs

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CommentsItalian made bike.
StarterKick
Color optionsMetal

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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2015 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 2015 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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