Living with the Honda CB500X | In Depth Review
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- Опубликовано: 7 фев 2025
- Living with the Honda CB500X | In Depth Review: Having ridden the new CB500X for a couple of weeks now in all sorts of conditions and on all sorts of roads, I've got a feel for what this bike is like to live with. In this video I present to you the lessons I've learned...stick around and stay tuned!
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The night footage at 11:42 is hilarious. A pitch black screen and a TFT :)
I’ve got a 2023, and it’s a great value for money bike. Really good fuel economy, servicing is cheap (DIY), rego/insurance costs are relatively good, tyres don’t get trashed super fast and so they last quite well. It’s a simple bike, doesn’t accelerate like the big bikes but still put a smile on your face - a power slider she is not 😞. It’s more of a rational purchase, rather than an emotional one. It’s a great distance travel bike.
When you called gasoline "motion lotion" that just about made my day :)
You always say, "So, if you're interested in ____ (motorcycle), ....... However, you should say, "So, if you love motorcycles, then stick around this video is for you!"
I ALWAYS enjoy your videos, regardless of what saddle you are in. You bring a nice perspective that most don't. Unique!
That’s very nice of you to say Chris - thanks a lot...
Couldn't agree more!
This is a bike you buy with your head not your heart. Practical and does the job perfectly well. Im really tempted to try it out.
You should - it's actually great fun to ride....
Actually things can be changed very fast. I went to the dealership to see KTM 790 and 2 hours later I left with CB500X 😀
Exactly. My heart said “ok”, my head said “BRILLIANT”
I think the bike looks great
I have the 2017 model, my longest ride was from Southampton to Scotland to complete the North Coast 500, excellent on all roads, a great all round bike.
Very nice!
long trip 👏 bravo
@@rafiqrza28 It was, but not all in one day, 1900 miles over 10 days
@@maxflight777 keeps going
Owned mine for 3 years now and love it.
I keep coming back to this one for my next bike as it seems to do all I want, and I don't want anything bigger to lug about. The last 500 I had was a Honda CX500! I was the king of the road in my Derriboots and 'boil in the bag' plastic waterproofs. Happy daze...
That was my first new bike, a 1978 CX500 after a well used CT360! Did everything well enough and great gas mileage at 65mpg. I am quite interested in this CB500x and Mr Flyer is my favorite tester! ;)
bought this buke in black 4 months ago alreadh clocked 4k km and its joyful bike
It’s just a nice size bike I also cx500 back in the day And not to heavy
Great review, says it all. The CB 500 X ticks all the boxes you need in a motorcycle and puts a smile on your face. Cracking bike for any level of rider, will keep up with the overpriced monster adventure machines and still be running when they're out of fuel and tarmac....
Very true!
I live in the Philippines and think this bike is perfect for this country!
BTW... your channel is by far the best! Keep them great reviews coming!
That's very kind of you to say - thank you John!
Benelli sells the TRK502 here in the Philippines too. Might want to try that out.
@@GrimYak The Benelli is a LOT heavier. And the engine is nowhere near as refined as the Honda. Unless there is a massive price difference between the two it makes little sense to prefer the Benelli over the Honda.
@@GrimYak Supporting the CCP is another factor in deciding to buy a new bike. Not for me.
A solid bike. Not too fancy. Just resilient. And a solid review. These long term 'review' are essentials. Thanks!
Glad you like them!
Another thing worth mentioning is that it has a slipper clutch which is a bit like ABS except for engine breaking on down shifts. Makes it safer to ride.
Great video as always.
New CB500X on order, having to wait six weeks for it. Greetings from an expat living in country Victoria Australia. Safe riding & keep up the good work.
Nice one Mark - it'll be worth the wait!
Just put a deposit on a white cb500x, can’t wait to get on it. They have no demo bikes, so you have take a chance that you will like it. All reviews are good, so keep fingers crossed.
Popped into my local Honda dealer on a whim and I’m this >< close to buying it. It is seriously the single most practical bike I could imagine.
Great fun to ride too....
A great review; both informative and entertaining! I became the proud owner of a CB500X last year and invested £200 in having a mainstand fitted by the dealer prior to delivery. I think that it's money well spent for the very reason that you have identified.
Nice one!
Good honest review I'm on my 3rd cb500X and your comments are spot on
Glad we concur!
I really think this may be my first bike. I like everything about it.
It's just under 500cc, it's an upright seating position, not too heavy. I can take it out to the local gravel roads as well as commute. I think it's an awesome bike.
It is! You’ll love it!
I really appreciate a bike review by a gentleman with the same physical dimensions as myself 5'8", 32" inseam, 11 stone. Cheers!!
At 6ft, 17 stones, I cry at the injustice of your statures.....
Bought mine in februari 21, love it. Saddle isn't the softest, true, but 3+ hours in the sadlle without a break is no problem. Even my 186 cm isn't a problem. You forgot to mention the slipperclutch. Reach is 400 km+. Great value for the money. Who needs more, really?
Had been considering a cb500x and after watching this I got one ....glad I did . Great bike ,use it daily for work and weekend fun ...thanks for the review 👍
My pleasure!
I have had my 500x for over 2 years and it is a great all round bike. You could go 300 miles on a tank of fuel. Would also make a great second bike.
Do you think it's a good first bike for returning rider?
@@stephengodsmark4353 yes, also consider the 500f which has a very low seat height. Both are very good bikes. I have had a lot of bikes over the years. The 500x is very cheap to run and quick enough for all roads, I quite often do a 240 mile round trip on mine and use £15 of petrol! Go for a test ride. Jim
@@JamesWilson-ve9zi good idea. I was thinking that with it being green lane capable that would help with my development.
Looking forward to getting one next year when I get my A2 license. Currently 17 and riding a CB125R and been very happy with it!
I picked up my Grand Prix Red MY21 this evening, was a lovely ride home. Can't wait to take her out at the weekend
Congratulations!
I am 74 yrs young this bike in reality is a great bike all I need many thanks Ian.b
....there's an echo in here!
I've had my 2016 500X since new, and agree with almost everything you said. It's cheap to run, reliable and perfect for touring. I rode mine around Australia (yes it really is girt by sea, I checked). We're up to nearly 130,000km now, and still having fun together. Except, not at night. I've found the LED headlight to be woeful at lighting up the road, showing potholes and other obstacles ahead. Spotlights help, but the best solution is to be home by dark. Otherwise - a great little bike, and a keeper. Toot! (Ooops, horn button's in the wrong place).
I've found LED headlights have way too narrow of a beam compared with halogens. The high beams on my CBR500R really only illuminate further dead-ahead, so it doesn't help scanning the sides for animals and you can't signal anyone who isn't right ahead of you by flashing the high beam.
I’m an Aussie, and if I’m outback, there is no way I’m riding anything at night, at speed. Dusk and beyond, If one of the 35 million bloody Roos don’t get you, theres always the emus, wombats, lizards, possums, wallabies, snakes and in a few areas, bloody crocodiles. Yeah no, I’m pitching camp at 4 ish for a nice time.
That Honda horn will always get you!
@@shaneparfitt77 mmm … having once been ‘impacted’ by a @ 5’ 5” roo whilst doing 110 km hour just north of Hopetoun WA in about 2003 on my then Triumph Bonneville America, I’ve since made sure (currently on my gorgeous 2021 Honda CB500X) that I only ride through the bush well after dawn and well before dusk. In the past 50 years I’ve hit, or been hit, by half a dozen roos, an emu, a sheep and several birds (including a black swan 😢) - but those times were in a car. They were scary enough, but that time on my motorcycle was a totally different ‘experience’.
That’s really beaut to read. I rode 20,000 km on my previous machine - a 2015 Honda CB500X (black with yellow stripe) - and in the past three months I’ve ridden 6,000 km on its replacement - my 2021 model (a gorgeous Grand Prix red). It is without a doubt the most versatile, economical, comfortable and enjoyable motorcycle of the seven motorcycles I’ve owned and ridden since 1973, and I hope to own and ride it for many years to come. So your comment, which adds longevity into the mix (130,000 km!) is most promising. It’s a simple case of looking after your motorcycle - don’t thrash it and observe regular ongoing maintenance regimes - and it’ll look after you.
I constantly harp on about how good 500s are, but it's true! I wish more manufacturers would do a range of 500 twins. In a world of increasing costs and tightening speed limits its a perfect choice imo. People don't like them purely because they won't add masculinity to their lives or win cafe top trumps! And I think manufacturers like bigger bikes because they get more profit selling bikes for £20k! 🙄.... Oh, and I don't need to drive any more women mad, I already have a mad woman in the house.....
I completely agree Rob - a good honest and most of all fun bike all round, I really enjoyed my time with it...
@@TheMissendenFlyer same here just had my cb500f delivered this evening and love it
I have the 19 CBR600RR but want the 500X for inner city, crappy streets riding.
Rob, the big $$$ is not in the 20k+ bikes. As they need high quality engineering, use more expensive parts, built in Japan or Europe and sell in relatively small numbers, compared to the small cc bikes.
Think of Honda.They have grown to the biggest manufacturer due to Cubs, CT90s.
The money is in cheap production in combination with high number of sold units.
Hence most manufacturers going into the small cc market, and have factories, or joint venture partners in China, Thailand, India etc.
It's not the Fireblades or Africa twins that create most of the revenue.
It's the scooters, Crf 250/300L, the Grom, the Cub, Cbr300/500, Cb500F/X and so on.
But all the other points you mentioned I agree with.
You don't really need more than 500cc in today's over regulated and super dense traffic.
The rest is show and showing off in front of others.
And 750s. At a time when engines are so efficient manufacturers of bikes seem obsessed with 1l+ engines. There really should be more variety in the 400 to 750 range. I'd love to see some v twins in that too. Come on Aprilia, hiw about a 750 sports tourer based on the Shiver engine and why not Ducati Multistrada 750. Give them a decent sized tank and a kerb weight around 185kgs. Sorted.
I have the 2021 cb500x as well, It is really my go to ride here in Philippines, where traffic can be quite heavy. It runs ,cool and smooth acceleration, and like you said simple to filter thru heavy traffic. Great Review on a well made commuter bike.
Nice 👍
I have a 2017 cb500f and really love it 👍🏍
mate i can’t decide between c500f or cb650f better to buy?
Passed my test on one of these. Great bike and friendly to ride
I would like a 2022 follow-up with the changes they made to the CB500X. Seems like they address a few things to make this bike even better. As a looooong time rider I didn't think I would be looking at a 500 but this one has my interest. Great video, no comment about the gas pipe.
I totally agree. When I got home from the service in ‘71 I picked up a CB5004f and rode it until Kawasaki came out with the Z1. I should have stuck with the CB500. The Z1 was way more expensive to keep in the road. Valve adjustments, pipes that rotted out every couple of years and chains and sprockets. I’ve got a 2015 Goldwing now but at 75 I’m thinking this could be my next scoot. Add some small side cases, heated grips, GPS, bigger screen and this thing looks nice. The mileage would be huge.
All reviews should follow this format. Simply brilliant.
Thank you!
Your reviews are always so thorough Andy, i especially like the fact you go out in the wet and cold for a 'real world' view, and best of all (for me), how easy is it to clean properly! Clean freaks unite! :-)
Glad you like them - cheers Rich!
I love mine, I stepped down in power from my previous bike but it's a fantastic all-rounder.
I got 100mpg from Doncaster to Bridlington
Takes me to work all week then can still be fun at the weekend.
Brilliant - what more do you need!
Andy, I’m missing the infamous “fashion show” at the end. Please bring them back. 🙏👍😎🇦🇺
They'll be back Marcus - some people said I was doing too much of them so I'm trying to get the balance right....
I agree with this! Felt like a bit of a bonus at the end for the people who stick around for the outro!
@@TheMissendenFlyer Thanks Andy. I guess it’s a difficult one as you can’t please everyone. However, with that said, you do alway say in your videos, that if you are interested in it just stay to after what you are actually riding/reviewing. So people really can’t complain as you do give them advanced notice. So if they don’t like them then they can simply choose not to watch it. I never understand why people complain about things that they can actually not watch in the first place therefore nothing to complain about! For me it’s really that simple. I’m sure you know what they say about opinions, as we all have them... It’s just that some peps also behave like them. 😊
@@marcusgeorge1825 cars and the internet, letting people do things that they would never do otherwise. And I agree with you, if you don't want to watch it, just skip it. It's not like he puts it in the middle of the video.
@@csolivais1979 Exactly mate! I like them, I watch them. If I didn’t, I wouldn’t. I sometimes just think peps like to just complain when there’s nothing to complain about! It’s called a choice. One thing I love about this channel is you don’t constantly get stuff like ball shavers shoved down your throat, like one particular American blogger! 😜
Pound for pound it's the best bike on the road. Everything' you need almost, and nothing you don't. Don't know when 6000 became cheap, but today it is. I'd have one any day. Rode around Greece on one ,off road and on and it was perfect.
Great review.
Happy travels
Well said!
In Portugal is 7000eur and our average salary is less than half the uk average... Bikes are getting very expensive and in Portugal, people are asking 6000eur for a 3 or 4 years old mt07! Sometimes 4000eur for a 20 years old simple bike!! Market is crazy!!!
@@farmoboy83 sim, eu sei. Namorada es Portugues e habitation para mi para quatro mes cada ano es o Algarve com ela. Es muitto difficil e costa es louca, nas Portugal es otimo!
"One of my favourite things as you may know is lube"
Wow. THAT got me listening ..
...good that you're paying attention!
Swapping my heavy 800 crossrunner for one as want an all round light bike .
Great little bike, and great video as usual.
Love the new music transitions by the way!'
Glad you like them - just an experiment - so far only seen one comment from someone who didn't like the musical transitions so may have to include that in future in-depth reviews....(I'd like too as I paid for the rights to use it!!)
ThIs is review I have been waiting for - TMF on the 500x. I was one of those who asked about the vibes and after your verdict I feel reassured enough to look seriously at a purchase. Great review - many thanks Andy!
Glad I could help!
lovely title music for each segment
Thank you....I've not done that before - just a little experiment....
I think it’s pretty cool, an audio punctuation sort of thing
@@richbrock9876 Cheers Richard - I think I'll include it in future videos then going by the generally positive feedback....
Chain oiling is easy, but only with a center stand which I have mounted yesterday!
Great review! When I sat on one of these a few years ago, I immediately thought that it felt like it fit me well. (I am about your size too). I ended up on a NC700X which is a bit taller than I like, but I still like it a lot anyway. This is most certainly a bike I would have recommended to newer riders, and this review confirms that. Would be interesting to hear the real average MPG.. 89 sounds pretty high, more than my other Honda (PCX150) Thanks TMF!!
Really nice bike only thing I don't like is if look down when riding and the open space between front wheel/column and inside of fairings
You know the answer!
Very good review TMF. Thank you. Was thinking of moving up from a 650 but quite honestly this sounds like a great do it all bike...and cheap to run..and maintain. Will test ride.
I think you could do a lot worse Mark!
Brilliant review! The most comprehensive video I’ve seen about this bike. Thanks for that! Thumbs up from Brazil 🇧🇷.
Much appreciated!
Good review Mr flyer, I love my cb500x, you forgot to mention all the fab rally raid mods that can make this bike an awesome Adv machine
I just got a 2021 CB500X so no crazy mods for it for a while but I was thinking of trying to find a second one, older (like a 2013-2015 model), to do a homemade rally raid type bike. Possibly make my own skid plate, headlight guard, etc.
I’ve been eyeing the CB500X for a couple of years now and your review convinced me to pull the trigger and purchase one. My dealer is expecting it to arrive this week and I’m very much looking forward to having it in my collection of bikes. THANK YOU for your awesome review! I respect your opinion very much on motorcycles. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦..
Hope you enjoy it! ...congratulations!
I really like that red/silver/black colour scheme. Those Honda 500-twin engines are a real honey to ride and tour with. Fun tip: You can take off that little snorkel on the air intake (can see it next to the battery at 10:16) and get a little more intake growl. Also you can change the display brightness in the menu accessed by pressing both dash buttons together for a few seconds.
Same dash as the CB650R.
I have 7 motorcycles, one of them is a 2015 CB500X with the Rally Raid kit. Love the bike.
A great review of what seems a great bike. The “Goldilocks” zone of practicality and fun.
I agree Rob...
Excellent article yet again . . . I look forward to the end snippets as much as the reviews! Brilliant! 🙏👍
Much appreciated - I'm glad you stick around to the bitter end - cheers!
I tested one back to back with the Tracer 700 and ended up with the Honda, it felt more rounded and better built plus the suspension was far more comfortable. Apart from a little more power, I can't think of anything I'd change about it.
How does it compare to the early fuel injected f650gs bmw
Best review i've seen on the cb500x, really well done sir
Thank you!
Thanks, enjoyed the review as always!. Special request please do a NC750x 2021 when available.
Noted!
I own a 2022 model and I am extremely happy with it. Gas mileage is fantastic. My only complaint is wind buffeting from the windscreen. I have a wind deflector on order hopefully it helps. Great in depth review.
Thank you for watching Brian!
Did it help?
Great review. I have the 500x and as I've been saying to my missus for years, you don't need a big one to have fun.
Sadly, she thinks its not worth getting her leg over.
Brilliant....
🤣🤣
Great well rounded bike. I just picked up a 2017 Africa Twin with 1500 miles on it. I've put 650 miles on it in a week and a half😁. Love it. Thanks for the video Mr. Flyer.
My pleasure Chad!
The only issue I have with this bike is the valve adjustments. Shims are a pain in the clacker because you have to strip half the bike down to see what shims you need and then 'hope' that the ones you need are in stock (which is rare). So either the bike stays half stripped for up to a week or you have to put it back together twice for a straightforward job. That's why I'm leaning more towards the NC750X because it has screw and locknut valve adjustments - so much easier. It is a lovely bike though...
are you sure about the 750? valves
@@charlieb1696 yes; NOT shim and bucket; locknut adjustment. Much better.
I've had this on my radar for years. Just never pulled the trigger. For my riding habits, this bike would do extremely well.
Great balanced articulate review (as always), glad to see at least one reviewer mentioning the hand-pegs😄,looking forward to seeing The Wing in future videos when we are free again.
Yes the ol' hand-pegs, a favourite of mine!
Best review of a motorcycle ever seen, you've got a new sub!! Great video and very good explaining!.🎉
Welcome aboard!
Centre stand is an option, why would you need traction control with 46.5bhp🤔 and then you like the lack of electronics, can’t really have both ways can we?
I think it’s a bloody brilliant bike and incredible vfm, I don’t refgret getting one at all
That was a very comprehensive review brother. Honda have done us proud with this one once again 👍
Glad you liked it - thanks for watching!
Seems like a tremendous bike, and typically Honda. Nothing flash, just well conceived and built. When the world goes back to normal it might be the retirement bike I promised myself.
Great video! Just wanted to say we here at Viking Bags really appreciate your content! Keep up the good job!
Nice review. I still think the manufacturers are wrong not to supply a main stand as standard. They know it's easier to look after the chain and do general maintenance with one. How the hell are you supposed to look at the oil level whilst trying to hold the bike vertical! wrong totally wrong penny pinching!
I think they do on newer models, at least on the new 2022, but yeah strange decision
Great information, I like the set format on how you review bikes, so it's easy to compare bikes
Thank you Nigel - I try and be consistent (but fail from time to time....)
Wll done once again mr Flyer! And I agree, best thing I've done was to downsize. Much more fun.
First off, I love the channel and have been a subscriber for probably a couple of years, now. And second, the reason that the fuel gauge on Triumphs takes a moment to register is because it is actually sensing the amount over a given time and then displaying the average. That way, the fuel gauge won't be hopping up and down if you're riding in Colorado. Otherwise, it can be kind of annoying seeing a fuel gauge keep changing every time you look at the speedo. Just a bit of info for you. Anywho, thanks again for sharing your passion with all of us, and please take care and be safe in your future riding!
Thanks Slim - I do realise that, I did a degree in electronic engineering and capacitors featured quite heavily ;0) ...still annoying though when others can make it work....
@@TheMissendenFlyer Hey, I am with you. I think it's weird, too. Just wanted to let you know that there was a reason, but I am not surprised in the least that you have an engineering degree. It shows in the way you describe motorcycle, which I really appreciate (and judging by your subscription and viewing numbers, so do a lot of other people 😄). Well, thanks again for all of the videos, and please do be safe out there! 👍
As much as I love litre bikes and their long distance capabilities, they’re always trying to kill you and you have to be very cautious opening the throttle. You could flog a 500 or a 650 for it’s whole life and it’ll still run just fine, just have to twist the throttle a bit more
I agree. For real world riding without a pillion 500-750 is enough.I’ve recently had a 1000cc Africa Twin but I ride my Nc750x at the same speed - plus it’s more fun to give it some beans. A big engine bike you can’t ride anywhere near max as your simply going too quick for the road.
Hey, looking to get my first bike, you mentioned being carful with the throttle becuase you can "flog a 500 or 650." what exactly do you mean?
@@bryguyadventures meaning I can turn the throttle harder on a midsize bike without going too fast
Great review! I have a 2020 CB500X and I absolutely love it! Thanks!
" hand pegs". Honda do think of everything.... 😁 👍
3:29 I wondered what those were as well. lol
Very few reviewers mention hand pegs, shows TMF's attention to detail
Have you never heard of fork handles?
@@danebrewer10 I've heard the two Ronnie's, knew all about fork handles..... 😁 👍
@@danebrewer10 .... Yes, never.
An excellent review of a great bike which has now had some improvements made with dual discs and upside forks and always lovely to watch you riding through my neck of the woods. 👍
A VERY in depth review, thank You TMF. I've always wanted to know the underseat storage currently riding a 650 Strom.
Love the red and silver colour scheme. I can handle the drop in power, but will have to get used to IMO the "strained" sound of the parallel twin.
Your 6200 pounds converts to 11000 Aussie sheckles. They sell Downunder for ~$10100, so an excellent deal indeed.
If I had to update tomorrow, The little CB5X gets the nod!
Hi, great channel and reviews thanks. My pennysworth is this; when I was 18, (now 63) and had many many bikes of all sorts up to 150bhp, I had a Honda CB500t my first bike over 250cc. It had 42bhp. Not that i knew or cared then. I thrashed the beans out of it. Did long trips too cruising on the motorway and would happily cruise at 80mph. It felt fast, well fast enough. I have also had an xmax 250 scooter for commuting for many years. I have now sold my 1100cc motorcycle and scooter and looking for a fuel injected bike to replace them. No more carb stripping for me with this E10 fuel. I think one of these or an Nc 750 or even RE interceptor are on my lists. I dont need 100hp anymore. Hondas are just so reliable too.
Thanks for stopping by!
Have the older model as a second bike, which I use for all year round commuting. It’s comfortable, surprisingly nippy and costs peanuts to run. It’s never let me down in 33,000 miles.
Great stuff Mat....
Great review as always Andy. Thank you. At the 10.52 mark you mentioned wearing your heels... No mention of how breezy it would be with a matching frock? 😂 Keep up the great work you do. I absolutely love your channel. Cheers, MG. 👍😎🇦🇺
I'm not sure wearing a frock on a bike is ever a good idea...pleasant though I'm sure it would be....
@@TheMissendenFlyer yeah, no. Absolutely not! The breeze would be a nice change and I guess in the UK, no sticky tape would be required to “hide” something as the cold wind would take care of that! Let’s just leave that to the nice models who display bikes at launch!
Didn't have your heels on?filmed during the week then?🤣🤣(red stilettos?).Another great video thanks
....I don't think my audience is quite ready for that...
I noticed that too, maybe TMF has a 'dark secret' :-)
@@stevepovey2489 It's not a dark secret, I'm fully in touch with my feminine side! It's all the rage you know....
Nothing surprises me with BWM riders mate. Whatever floats your boat though eh, it is 2021 after all :-)
Great review, bought one last year, its great at everything for sure. Love the LED lights, thats a bonus. Hangers in your shop there, 😁 funny!
A great and very enjoyable video review as always - thank you. I'll probably get flamed for this, but: given it's so good and only costs UK 6,000 pounds, why would one want more? More as in more weight, more power, and especially more expense - unless say doing serious long distance two up touring, or serious off road (not just dirt/gravel tracks) riding.
Compared to the asking price. + options of say a GS or similar adventure bikes, one could have two bikes for the price of one GS, or this Honda plus a very nice car. And I fail to see what the likes of a GS objectively offers over this other than weight, power and a huge price ticket, unless one has an absolute need for it - as per genuinely (not pretending) doing a Charlie and Ewan ride around or across continents on vastly different terrain. And as a witness in support of my heresy, I will call Itchy Boots to the stand, who has done as much as Charile and Ewan, and on a RE Himalayan, Honda CB500X, and now a Honda 250cc, no less.
Call me a heretic, but I think top range motorbikes these days are hideously overpriced, far too heavy, and have enough power and speed to either ensure you loose your licence or have a very serious accident if you think you can use ALL the power and speed on offer on a public road.
Of course manufactures bring out heavyweight blitzkrieg models in a remorseless attempt in marketing to excite the public and whet appetites for new 'toys', however I think there is a coming backlash against the overweight, overpriced adventure bikes in general, and gems like this CB500 illuminate that very, very well, and for good reason.
Well said. I couldn’t agree more. I’m certainly enjoying my 500x 🙂
Yes I agree too - I do like my toys of course but you don't "need" them ("want" is another story....)
I absolutely agree with you. I currently daily ride a 2001 bandit1200 and it is getting on a bit. I commute to work 76 mile round trip and the price of petrol and the heaviness of the bike and the lack of wind protection and lack of sixth gear (definitely needed on the motorway) is making me look elsewhere, I love my bike but this or the tracer 700 could be major contenders for my next ride.
Wow. That is one very thorough review. I am impressed. Thank you for all this very valuable info ! I'm thinking of getting one.
Glad to help!
And here’s me thinking that “Motion Lotion” came in small tubes that fit in a bedside drawer.
Nah, that's something different.....
Maybe not on RUclips, can't think of the name off hand, hmm, somethinghub?
I have to say your reviews are well thought out, articulate and very informative. Well done, great work!
Much appreciated Nick - thank you!
This bike is near to perfect. I would like to see a slightly bigger version. Perhaps they could call it TransAlp...
I've owned one in the past (the one in the picture) absolute great bike. Some say it is to well behaved, but for touring it's wonderful.
Wouldn't that be a peach? 😉 I had one of the first gen CB500X's and I loved it. I personally didn't enjoy it in the motorway though as it was a bit low on power and struggled above 70mph, plus at 6ft2 I got full force of it's terrible buffeting. But I want to try this new one big time.
Great bikes, but what I’ve always found interesting about the CB500 platform is it really highlights how much our expectations shape our experience. Having ridden them all apart from the cmx500, there really is very little difference between the R,C and X. They all perform and ride about the same, all have pretty crap suspension but are solid everywhere else, yet the X is praised the most and the R is ridiculed for being underpowered and boring. Really there’s not much difference between them other than seating position, but it’s interesting the yard sticks against which they’re judged!
@@jonpram1737 I wonder if it's expectations for what people want from a bike that looks the way it does. With the R looking like a mini Blade I reckon people expecting that sort of handling and speed, but it just doesn't go that fast and doesn't scream. In writing this I wonder if the character of the CB500 twin just suits an adventure style bike better?
Yes! A CB750X would be perfect and good competition to the Tracer 7. But.... they've just discontinued the Crossrunner VFR800X... so not sure it'll happen. 🤔
Great review! Started with '21 Africa twin adventure sport traded that for CRF 250L rally road that around for about 1.5 yrs now I have the '19 CB500X picked it up with only 500 mi out of all the bikes I think this is the perfect balance it's basically a mini Africa twin but it's so much easier to move around & nimble + so much more comfortable on it! Not even a question imo The rally was a really nice bike just not quite enough out on the 🛣️ the 500 feels about right & I added the 16 🦷 ⚙️ in the front spread out all the gears and drop it a little bit on the highway so you can cruise @ 75-80 np
Nice!
@@TheMissendenFlyer just got off the highway checking it with the 🆕 16 🦷⚙️ & 6100 RPMs at 80 mph... 77-78 mph 57-5800 rpm gps confirmed if anyone needs to kno. 👌💯 🏍️💨
I like this format with all the extra info, look forward to more.😎🇨🇦
Glad you approve!
As a person that just bought a 2021 CB500X I agree with almost everything. I personally don't mind the seat but that's a very subjective thing.
Honda has an accessory center stand and it's not very expensive, which I'll be adding. For previous years (2016-2018) they list an accessory rear tire hugger that replaces the chain guard. Nothing has really changed since 2018 so I'm guessing it'll fit the 2019-2021 years also...I'm going to try it...worst case it doesn't fit and it gets returned.
Thanks for the review Andy! One thing...I miss you doing the cost of ownership, like dealer costs and insurance.
Cheers Scott - sadly since I lost sponsorship from Principle insurance it became difficult to get easy insurance quotes...
@@TheMissendenFlyer that's a real shame. Weird how sponsorship stuff works...you'd think they'd want you now more than ever, as the channel keeps growing. Their loss!
Really good review have just bought late 2022 in red just as you described
Great review TMF… I have just picked up a new CB500X on the strength of your review as a commuter bike (even got the red one) absolutely perfect for 60 mile round trip to work and back. Thanks for the really honest bike review Andy definitely has helped me out 👍
Glad to help and congratulations on the new bike!
I really enjoy watching your videos. Easily the most comprehensive reviews, and well presented on RUclips. Keep em coming TMF.
Thanks, will do!
I've never seen a more organized garage. Props
You should see my sock drawer....
Yeah, I would love to see a video with suggestions for garage organization (jackets, helmets, etc). I’m envious of yours.
The CB500X was my ‘returning rider’ bike. Was a perfect choice for all the reasons you mention. Kind-of miss the no-nonsense-get-on-with-it machine.
Thoroughly indepth review mate, very pleased to discover your channel.
New subscriber for sure.
Welcome along Ticker - what kept you??
Excellent review nice bike I was planning to get one of these a while back but got a 500 b5 bullit totally different bike but I love it.
I think you did a review on the bullit a few years ago and you convinced me so I got one never looked back
The best review I have seen so far and you probably won't find a better one. Everything is described very well. thank you so much for that. Tomorrow I'm going to buy a cb500x, I tried a bmw gs310 today but the engine showed an ugly sound and vibrations that did not put any smile on my face only anger and thought, what is such a nice motorcycle but the engine is a total misfire, of course in my opinion
Yes great bikes these I agree….
This bike has recently caught my attention as a mate of mine has bought one. I'm currently riding Kawasaki Vulcan 650s, which I love, but I fancy a second bike, and this one seems to be the one. Thanks for the review. It was very informative.👍🏽
Thank you!
Great review. Considering getting one of these when I’m 19 in 4-5 months for my A2.
Saw your review of riding in Thailand...interesting... Thanks for your review of the CB500X... I just picked up (May 8, 22) this bike and getting used to it.. Cheers mate.
Enjoy your new bike!
nice video...
I bought it last year and really loved it... because of these reasons, I choose CB500X:
- tax, in my country 250-500cc bike got a 60% tax (above 500cc got 100% tax)
- didn't have a lot of money
- daily use, need a reliable bike
- low maintenance
- city use, nimble enough to weave around heavy traffic
- motorcycle is not allowed on freeway/toll road
- lone rider... rarely ride with group
- not a speed junkie
- and can be used for touring
Nice one Rudy!
Excellent review, well done Mate!
I've just recently got my hands on a 2nd Hand 2020 CB500X and very happy with it. My only major grip is with the riders foot pegs positioning.
When riding the bike, the foot pegs positioning is spot on. But when it comes to parking and moving it around in tight spots the pegs are all wrong for me. Even a 6 ft tall, I find myself having to try a straddle the pegs, around the outside edged of the pegs. Which then means that I'm almost on tip toes when it comes to having to push the bike backwards in a parking scenario.
Saying so, it seems I've been shortchanged in the genetic pool of life, as my inner leg measurement is only 30.5". I'm seriously considering having to lower the bike (not a big deal) but having to sacrifice 20mm in ground clearance, for when I take the bike off road is a bit of a bummer.
PS: Had a laugh when you did the bit on refueling, calling the fuel "motion lotion" Must Rember that one! 😄
Glad you enjoyed my vernacular!