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Is Honda CB500X good for touring?
It’s a touch heavy at 500 pounds for a small bike, but the low center of gravity should make for a good ride. For touring, it’s a bit light on fuel capacity at 3.7 gallons. You and your mate will have to go sit on one to see if you both fit the bike. Hondas are known for their reliability.
How fast will a Honda CB500X go?
With a top speed of around 110mph, the X isn’t slow and as long as you’ve got it in the right gear it’s always got plenty of pull.
What kind of bike is a Honda CB500X?
And now, to the enjoyment of newer riders, just about every displacement level is represented in the ADV category with the Honda CB500X laying claim to the small parallel-twin realm. As you may recall from our 2019 review, this motorcycle started out as a midsize commuter.
How many horsepower does a CB500X have?
50 Horsepower
2021 CB500X Specifications
| ENGINE | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 471, cc parallel-twin |
| Power | 50 Horsepower |
| Bore x Stroke | 67mm x 66.8mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 |
Does Honda CB500X have traction control?
It is a similar story with electronic assists and there is no traction control, quickshifter or cornering ABS to be found here. Nevertheless, comfort is excellent, with a very spacious seat and an upright riding position.
Should the Honda CB500X be called Something Else now?
The Honda CB500X should be called something else now. To give it the same name as the budget street bike from 2013 is just plain confusing. Back then, the bike had one big thing going for it—price. Now, it has much, much more and can be counted among legitimate adventure bikes, plus it still has a good price.
Is the 2019 Honda CB500X an adventure bike?
Before the CB500X’s 2019 makeover, it wasn’t wholly convincing as an adventure bike. Now, however, the longer travel front and rear suspension, new rear shock absorber and 19-inch front wheel make it a much more suitable choice.
Is the Honda CB500X an RTW ready motorcycle?
The Rally Raid kit I mentioned above can turn the CB500X from a mediocre off-road bike into a total monster and RTW-ready motorcycle. Whatever you want to upgrade or change on the bike, it’s possible to find parts online and in local stores. Speaking of parts, there’s always going to be OEM Honda parts available for this bike.
How much does a Honda CB500X weigh?
In its 2013 incarnation, the CB500X had two 17-inch cast wheels and under 5 inches of rear suspension travel. It was still more or less legit as an adventure bike, because the rider layout was dirt-friendly and it was reasonably light—right around 420 pounds.