5 Things You Need To Know BEFORE Buying: New Honda CB500X!

Today we're taking a look at 5 things you need to know about the New Honda CB500X adventure motorcycle before buying! The Honda CB 500 X competes against other dual sport motorcycles and adventure bikes in Honda's model lineup like the Africa Twin 1100 / CRF1100L as well as the NC750X, XR650L, CRF300L, CRF300L Rally and more! But when it comes to bang for the buck, the CB 500X is one of the best motorcycles you can buy.

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[dragan]

Got mine 3 months ago, 3k miles on it and counting. Wonderful machine with excellent MPG, comfy and more than capable for the money you are giving.

[steinetrinder]

I am a 57 year old man and haven't sat on a bike since I was 17. Today I completed my ride-safe course and got my learner's permit. I also went to the Bike shop and picked up my brand new CB500X. What a joy. So many emotions nervous and excited are the big ones. It now has 8 km on the clock. I am hoping to put a few more k's on her tomorrow

[fixento]

Went to State of Ohio learn to ride and got my motorcycle endorsement. I advised by friends at my age of 79, I should get a neighborhood ride so I put down a deposit on a Grom. After thinking about for couple of weeks, decided I need bike for travel on rural roads and gravel. While I was at the dealer looking other bikes, they rolled out the 2022 CB500X on the show room floor. Before it had time to cast a shadow, I change my the deposit over and rode it off the lot the next day.

Spent $1, 400 engine guard, skid plate, luggage rack, pannier racks, tool box, Garmin Zumo XT GPS and holder, windshield extender, side stand foot, center stand, highway pegs, socket outlet, and a SAE outlet for air pump. Center stand was for winter storage and with a wood block under the front of the skid plate, wheels off the floor. I discovered the tilt engine kill switch the fist time I dropped and verified that I could lift her. I have added two more, as usual, stupid low speed mistakes.

By the speedometer and the GPS, the bike will do 105 mph with a little left near the red line, at interstate 75 mph it sucks gas at 41 mpg, but on the side roads where you see America you'll get 68 mpg. I’ve had zero problems with the bike for first 5, 100 miles.


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[willyjimmy]

Biggest problem with cb500x is is getting one. My dealership got exactly 1 last year. Fortunately it was mine, but I put my deposit down as soin as it was announced and still waited months to get it. Afterwards the allotment was cancelled. Maybe '23 will be different. I hope so because I think it's a great bike and Honda is missing out on a lot of satisfied customers.

[howner]

Bought a 2019 model, done 15, 000 and no problems. A good all round reliable bike, good value for money and will put a smile on your face when you need it.

[BJ]

Just took delivery today, Brand New 2022 model, it has been on the showroom floor for a year so picked it up at an even further reduced price. Purchased this as a "run around" bike and something light and easy to take a short run up into the hills and twisties. This bike is back up to my R1200GSA and R1250 RT so it is indeed in good company. As to the CB500X, simplicity and ease of riding makes this a fantastic bike to just jump on and go, but clearly has the ability and capability to be dressed up into a fully fledged Off Road Tourer and Adventure bike with some basic add ons if needed.

[demanoth]

Have since August... Still in love with it, such a great bike

[davidyunnan]

I have the 2019 model. direct access to a true motorcycle experience without breaking the bank. and solidly reliable. probably good enough to travel from Switzerland to Armenia 🇦🇲

[rgetso]

I finally got one in August and have 4500 miles on it now (mid October). It's a fun bike to ride on dirt roads and keeps up fine on the freeway. I'm averaging 69 mpg which is insane! Stock tires are less than optimal for dirt/gravel. The hand grips are uncomfortable and will get replaced very soon. The display is so-so at best. Wish it had the AT display!

[MekonMindbender]

I have bought 3 of these, latest one (2022) stolen but getting a replacement soon. I have looked at other bikes particularly Kawasaki Z650RS but to my mind at 61 you can't beat the all round quality of this bike, mpg and fun to be had on it. In my neck of the woods (North Yorkshire, UK) there are some glorious roads and scenery and this bike just lets you enjoy the experience without breaking the bank.

[phildivalerio]

Got mine last April. I was lucky ... put my order in Nov 2021. I've ridden about 5.000 km this year. Still getting used to the buzziness that comes with the higher RPMs than the GS I had before, but I like it more and more every time I ride. It's peppy, fun and looks great. Speed isn't an issue - I live in Norway where highway speeds are limited anyway. Besides, what's the hurry? It's done everything I've asked of it this year. Looking forward to years of enjoyment.

[findingneutral]

I watched your 2021 model video back in 2021 and it convinced me to purchase mine. Still very pleased with it and feel your review on it and the 2022 are spot on.

[Abu]

Test rode one today, getting it. Perfect bike loved it, coming from the cb125f. 5'7, height is fine

[breakM]

For EU its not significantly more expensive now compared to 10y ago, the differance is about 5% only, as it was always ABS only. Its amazing how they kept the price with many upgrades over the years, considering inflation..

[noelbowerman]

So lucky, I managed to buy a 2022, used with very low kms, for a very reasonable price , happy days for me .

[djm]

Bought my CB500x last week from a large dealer in the midwest (US).... right out of the freight crate that same day. I was thinking about waiting for the new scrambler, but there is no sign they are coming to the US anytime soon and dealer said they haven't heard from Honda on scrambler. They only got 3 of the CB500x models in all of 2023, with mine being the 3rd and final. They aren't confident 2023 will be any better. Got to test ride it - clutch is very easy, seating position is comfortable (I'm 6' with 33" inseam, 170lbs), has reasonable pickup, decent suspension, decent brakes, and runs smooth. I'm not a fan of the green color, uggh. I might mod the seat or put a Seat Concepts rally seat on. Can't wait for warmer weather and I'll take it Cherohala and Tail of the Dragon.

[playfullodin]

the price was high when i bought mine but other then that great motorcycle. This is my first bike and definitely not my last.

[RobertSantos-rwdy]

My 2019 still running strong.. I had a new lowered seat made.. all is well.

[retrothruster]

I added one of these a few weeks ago to, I also have the CRF1100 bought from yours truly, last good deal I've had on a new bike. Anyways, the 500x is great, it sips gas, haven't done a full test on MPG but it's very good, front brakes are good, back brake is terrible, fork is great, shock is budget but once set to your weight, it ain't bad. Gearing is low, some like it, some won't, I put a 16t on the front but it lost some snap to be expected, verdict is still out on that, might go back to stock, these little engines like to rev. My biggest complaint is footpeg position, I'm not tall but man, this bike folds you up way too much, I added 1" peg lowering kit, made a big difference, also have a tall seatconcepts 1.5" tall seat yet to be installed. All in all, to me, it's a great bike, just don't ride the AT:) Great work Kevin!