The men's individual pursuit class C5 track cycling event at the 2020 Summer Paralympics took place on 27 August 2021 at the Izu Velodrome, Japan.

This class is for cyclists who have impairments that affect their legs, arms, and/or trunk but are still capable to use a standard bicycle.

10 cyclists from 6 different nations competed in this event.

[1] The competition starts with a qualifying round where all 10 cyclists are divided into 4 heats, each heat containing 2 cyclists in it; they will then compete on a time trial basis.

The event finals will be held on the same day as the qualifying round.