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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.

@jacquespage888

11 ай бұрын

same thing for me I got 22 model grand prix red nothing to say wrong about that machine good machine sheeer

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. .

@shoechew

Жыл бұрын

Take it EZ, Grandpa!

@fixento

Жыл бұрын

@@shoechew Come early summer, I'm going to ride it on rural roads to SW New Mexico where I was raised. Head north up the continental divide to Montana, east to Mackinaw and back home. Thanks, but I'll take is EZ when I'm horizontal.

@johannjacobs9437

Жыл бұрын

@@fixento great i love your spirit, i am 71 with a 2012 Honda cbf 600sa. Let's LIVE while we live, we are going to be dead for eternity, let's make the best of the earthly experience. Regards from rsa

@williamhanchett5555

Жыл бұрын

I'm 78 and just purchased a Monkey 125 last month. Now I'm looking at the 500's and wish I'd gone there first. I'm really glad I'm not the only one still having fun on the roads in the later years.

@paulguillemot2613

11 ай бұрын

Good for you mate! Ride on.

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.

@conceptcs

Жыл бұрын

that sucks, hopefully you are able to find one soon

@dustinlerch9272

Жыл бұрын

@@conceptcs He already got one; he was talking about others

@dustinlerch9272

Жыл бұрын

What region are you from in the US? Does that play a role

@misingo7909

10 ай бұрын

​@@dustinlerch9272 probably not in the us other countries than the almighty united states of America exist you know

@misingo7909

10 ай бұрын

​@@dustinlerch9272btw i know it's 9 months old I'm just bored

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

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.

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.

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!

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 🇦🇲

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.

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

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.

@Yowzoe

4 ай бұрын

Looking for one on craigslist now, or maybe I'll get a new one… Can you tell me what you learned from having it stolen? In other words what would you do differently? Thanks

@MekonMindbender

4 ай бұрын

Just be careful where you park up. I parked it up at a KFC in what I found was a no go area for bike crime by feral youths. They just broke the bike lock and wheeled it off. The thief later killed himself on it so all's well that ends well I suppose. I can't use it as a commute to work for this exact same reason. @@Yowzoe

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

When will you be reviewing Wayne Stricklands CT 171?!?! Can’t wait lol

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.

@GBPaddling

Жыл бұрын

Did the front sprocket upgrade on my 2020 model, trust me, it's a different bike, far more relaxed. The sprocket costs around 20 Euro, takes about an hour to do if you have a main stand and is just amazing. Remember, if you don't like it, it's an hour to put the old one back on. I would heartily recommend it, and very much doubt that you wouldn't be happy with it.

@pokerzyngaa7695

Жыл бұрын

@@GBPaddling can you send me a link for the sprocket upgrade please? thanks!

great bike. im 6foot 4inches and on the heavier side and its good fun

I was just at reno honda BVH.. they have 3 ready to roll as of today

video is 5 features of the New Honda CB500X, would say these are need to know. Still good info.

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

@HondaProKevin

Жыл бұрын

100%! It's hard to find these things used nowadays that aren't priced waaaay too high because of all the shortages around the globe. Ride safe out there and enjoy that CB500X ;)

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..

@Tonyx.yt.

19 күн бұрын

agree, Honda is doing great at prices unlike Yamaha... mt07 went from 5999€ 2014 to 6999 in 2020 to 7999 in 2024... that's ridicolous and still had his traditional (not so good) fork. meanwhile cb500x went from 6150€ in 2012 to 7390 to 2024 NX500 and nx500 has so many upgrades and cost only 100€ more than 2022 cb500x, meanwhile Yamaha charge 500€ more for mt07 with new dashboard compared to 7499 for mt 07 with old dashboard

Hi Kevin. Does the ABS system have an on/off switch? Thanks for another good video!

@HondaProKevin

Жыл бұрын

Sadly, no on/offmodels for the ABS like on a lot of other Honda models. Definitely an "upgrade" I'd like to see in the future! Appreciate the kind words and support bud ;)

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.

@unounv

Жыл бұрын

What was the price out the door ?

If only you could find one.

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!

@noelbowerman1562

Жыл бұрын

I'd agree on the foot pegs ,woeful ,I'm changing mine soon ,the only complaint I have about the bike

I ordered one back in January still waiting for it .was told . May then June then October it will be here start of November.

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

@rv6569

5 ай бұрын

U face water pump issue. Is it really an issue

I second Willy Jimmy’s comment… but unlike Willy, I put a deposit in March ‘22 on a CB500x with an expected delivery the end of June, and here it is October and it still has yet to arrive. Honda rep says it’s coming… but now I won’t be able to drive it as it’s too cold in the winter in New England…

@rgetso

Жыл бұрын

Once a sunny day comes along, you'll forget the cold as you happily ride your new CB500X.

Since we have a CB500 available, and we're soon getting a CL500, the next logical step is an SL500 right!?

bought it but if you don't have the 35kw limit like in europe, get an old f800gs

i`m still riding an cb 500 from 1998 till i have the money to upgrade to a cb500 X :)

Thank you! Beautiful bike. Tires are tube or tubeless?

@leeinwis

4 ай бұрын

If no spokes it's tubeless.

I would strongly consider buying one, but there are several reasons it will never happen: Dealers in my area (Phoenix, Arizona area) will not allow test rides, or they will promise to shred all the documents and take back the bike if you bring it back within 10 minutes/10 miles of actually buying the bike. Not much pressure there! That $7199 price sounds nice, but then there’s the following charges, some are approximate: $400 Destination charge $200 Freight surcharge $599 “Doc” fee $488 Assembly charge $561 Tax $155 Registration fee Total: about $9603 out the door, which is about $2404 above the price of the bike! On top of this, there are never any available, at least in my area. I would be a fool to pay a dealer their required fees to buy one of their new, or used motorcycles.

@bigchungus5155

Жыл бұрын

bruh finally a man of culture. My dude i wanted a bike that was brand new for $4800. it was a demo bike with 600 miles. Out the door they wanted $6500 for a demo bike. the sales guy broke down all those expenses and would not negotiate price. It was that price or no sale. I left just pissed. this was in 2019.$2500 in dealer fees for a $4800 bike, how can they be serious.

@DontPanic4422

Жыл бұрын

The fees are even higher at my stealership. I cannot imagine how all these added costs are justified. I like the smaller bikes, fees are the same. Imagine adding $2K to the price of a cub or a grom. Insane.

@advantius

Жыл бұрын

Let me guess, RideNow? They're famous for their fees. In fact, it's the only thing I ever hear about them. Too bad you can't just order from Honda and have it shipped to your house, or a holding location. I'm not paying RideNow an extra $2000 to play middleman on my $7000 bike purchase.

@stevencloninger1020

9 ай бұрын

The fees are such a rip off!!!!!

Anybody ride this aaaand the 450MT by CF moto and can you how does the CF moto hold up?

Great bike

@HondaProKevin

Жыл бұрын

Yessir, she's hard to beat for the $$!

Do we know if they will be available for purchase in the USA and when possibly?

@rgetso

Жыл бұрын

Keep checking you local dealers. I couldn't find one anywhere from El Paso, TX to Miami, FL. Stopped by the Brownsville, TX Honda dealer and there's one parked in the showroom fresh out of the crate. Pretty good value for the money.

Almost 5 gallon tank wow!

I'm 6'2. Worried a 36" inseam might get all folded up on this one...

@oknevals

Жыл бұрын

You would be cramped on it.

The bike is the best in this category everything works perfect.The seat is awful so i changed it immediately to a comfort seat

How do I turn off ABS? A simple one button push or a brain dead process like on my BMW F800GS.

@HondaProKevin

Жыл бұрын

lol that one cracked me up bud as you're not wrong there, so many of the manufacturers make it waaaaay too difficult to turn it off. ...and sadly, Honda doesn't make it easy on the CB500X like they do with some models as there is no off switch for the ABS on her. Rally Raid used to make an easy "kit" to be able to turn it on / off for the older CB500X but I haven't seen them release anything for this latest generation. Plus, oddly enough they've removed the old kit from their website that they used to offer but here's the instructions www.rally-raidproducts.co.uk/image/data/PDF/RRP500Honda%20ABSv1.pdf . Long story short though, the only remedy I've seen so far on the 22+ CB500X is by pulling the fuse. Why they all don't put an easy on / off switch on these bikes baffles me...

The problem is I don’t have money for it for now hays

I hope I could afford it in the next couple of years.

@noelbowerman1562

Жыл бұрын

You'll get there,it was 7 years ago I test rode one ,brought mine last week ,it was worth the wait

What's the MPG of this bike? With a 4.7 gallon tank and hopefully 50 MPG, that's a 200 mile range with a .7 reserve. That's good for off-roading

@HondaProKevin

Жыл бұрын

Honda rates them at 65 mpg so that 4.7 gallon tank gets you a pretty good ways for sure! If you're bored, I touch on those specs and more in the detailed overview, here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/d519ubebqaideag.html

@willyjimmy8881

Жыл бұрын

On road i get 65-70 average on my 2022. Off road i couldn't say.

@ljoelmchanley3676

Жыл бұрын

I get mid 60's in town, 71 mpg when I took a back-roads trip from Louisville to Roanoke...the bike is superb at commuting and back-road travel...love my 2019.

@mc5869

Жыл бұрын

250 miles easily achieved.

@noelbowerman1562

Жыл бұрын

Gallons ,no clue ,but mine uses 3.2 litres per 100 kms ,unless I'm really flying along then it drops to about 3.7 lts per 100kms

How many miles can you expect to get out of the chain/sprocket set?

@tiagofigueiredo2529

Жыл бұрын

I managed to make 66.000km on the front sprocket and 72.000km on the original chain and rear sprocket. At 72.000km I changed the whole transmission kit and installed a JT 15t front sprocket, a D.I.D VX3 520 112 links Gold chain and a AFAM 41t rear sprocket.

@StarxPlayz7

8 ай бұрын

​@@tiagofigueiredo2529may I know what do you mean by transmission kit?

@tiagofigueiredo2529

8 ай бұрын

@@StarxPlayz7 Front sprocket, rear sprocket and Chain. I've installed a JT front sprocket, AFAM rear sprocket and D.I.D 520 Gold chain.

@markopaunovic82

3 ай бұрын

​​@@tiagofigueiredo2529 what is a diference in rpm now?

The most important thing to know about the CB500X is that you can't actually buy one, at least in the USA. They're not available anywhere.

GOOOHII ik wild motorr

Everything was significantly cheaper back in 2013

I was going to ask for a picture, but then decided it sounded too pervy. I am truly curious about how on earth you ride that motorcycle in those short little dresses. Maybe some pants underneath?

$600 for doc fees????

Your voice is too loud my friend.

I love the review but man ur voice is annoying 🤣

@leeinwis

4 ай бұрын

We are born with what we are born with , do you ridicule the blind too Ahole ?