Honda's CB500X proves that adventure is everywhere. Light, powerful and rugged, the bike embraces Honda's "True Adventure" concept while simultaneously offering easy-to-access performance that is suited for commuting. Driven by customer feedback over time, the CB500X has become more adventurous than ever with a bump-absorbing 19-inch front wheel, long-stroke 41 mm fork offering 5.9 inches of travel, wide handlebar and touring-focused features such as a tall windscreen. On the city streets, gravel backroads or dirt roads leading into the mountains, the CB500X is a machine that's both practical and rewarding to ride. New for 2021, the model is available in a Matte Black Metallic color scheme that adds to the bike's rugged, adventurous style.
ENGINE / DRIVETRAIN
- Fuel-droplet size optimized for excellent spray penetration in intake, resulting in good combustion, which creates linear power from first crack of the throttle through to rpm redline.
- Small battery, plus positioning of components combine to enable good air-intake volume. Straight velocity stacks and separators between the cylinders make for minimal turbulence, resulting in good power across the rev range.
- Valve timing maximizes torque for good roll-on response.
- Model-specific fuel-injection settings allow linear power delivery, with emphasis on low- and midrange power and precise throttle response.
- Muffler has large volume before and after catalytic converter. Backpressure is optimized for strong low-end and midrange power. The dual-outlet muffler tip results in a sporty-sounding exhaust note to match the power.
- The design of the slipper clutch enables it to adapt to load stresses for good hook-up under heavy acceleration and minimal engine braking under downshifting.
- The clutch design, with engineering found in the CBR1000RR, enables light lever pull, which is especially helpful in stop-and-go traffic.
CHASSIS / SUSPENSION
- Large, 19" front wheel for good bump absorption and high-speed handling.
- The rear tire is designed with a deep-grooved tread for good off-road traction.
- The shock features an advanced pressure-separation design from Honda's large sport models, resulting in stable and predictable performance for good rear-wheel tracking and traction.
- Long-travel suspension provides strong performance through the stroke, as well as minimal bottoming and good ground clearance.
- The full-featured display has a large screen and a thin bezel. It includes an upshift indicator that can be set to different rpm levels.
- The tall, adjustable windscreen offers great wind protection during high-speed cruising.
- The seat is narrow above the foot pegs to aid touching feet to the ground at stops.
- The tapered handlebar provides good feedback, control and style, while the rubber-mounted handlebar clamp minimizes vibration to the rider's hands.
- Adventure styling looks aggressive, while the shroud design helps direct radiator heat away from the rider's legs.
One-year, transferable, unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan.
- Meets current EPA and CARB standards
- California version differs slightly due to emissions equipment
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