** This was filmed before the COVID-19 outbreak **

@nickbirt2860

4 жыл бұрын

Riding through Bracknell with NO cars on the road! Are you sure??

@Englishbikerdan

4 жыл бұрын

@@nickbirt2860 I am 100% sure this was way before lockdown. Honda UK are not loaning or collecting any of their press bikes at the moment. I know this as I have one of their press bikes and they contacted me to say they won't be able to collect it and I can't even drop it off until lockdown is over. Always the conspiracy theorists though!

@LOTPOR0402

4 жыл бұрын

Nice to hear it , you may get reported by the KZread Gestapo,crime of the century

@n2dabloo

4 жыл бұрын

Stay well man. We need your excellent videos to help keep us sane.

@Lyingleyen

4 жыл бұрын

@@LOTPOR0402 In Canada it would be up to a $1m fine and 3 years in jail - anyone feel they might be overreacting??

Hi downsized to one of these bikes last year from my cbr650 as in my late 50s wanted something a bit lighter but still have the sporty look and I absolutely love this bike I think Honda so got it right with this bike it's light weight very nippy and should appeal to younger riders and old farts like me ,loved your review. Stay safe and well

@gabemore1766

2 жыл бұрын

What was the 650 like was thinking of getting it?

@andycarp1288

2 жыл бұрын

@@gabemore1766 Hi I found this to be a great bike but for me gave me back ache on longer runs which I believe was more of a health issue of mine rather than anything wrong with the bike so if you are thinking of buying one of these bike you probably won’t be disappointed.

That 500 twin is an absolute peach of a motor.

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Sure is!

Always great bike reviews. Been watching the overseas tours as well. Can’t get out on my bike yet so watching the tours are like being there. Thanks TMF.

This would be an excellent first bike. 471cc parallel twin, w/abs, reasonable seat height, and not uncomfortable. Top speed around 110-115 mph with a relatively flat torque curve. Great commuter. The downside of this bike is that it's not a 600cc inline 4 and most sportbike riders will want to move up after a few years. It really does get that great gas mileage. It's light, you can drop some weight and swapping the air filter and exhaust will squeeze out a few more HP.

Nothing quite like a TMF walk around to remind us of happier times! 👍🏼

Excellent video. Great you are managing to keep new videos coming and keeps the desire for me to get out again. Thank you.

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Thank goodness I film a few months in advance!

I love my 2019! These bikes should be sold out everywhere. Such a sleeper for the new/mid rider. GREAT VIDEO!!

The cbr500r is really fun, comfortable and fast on the track and off it I'm definitely getting this bike for my A2 license with a scorpion exhaust

@matty6848

Жыл бұрын

Billy I’m 44 passed my car license in 1996, passed my CBT, does that mean I can legally ride a 500 or one of these CBR 500? I was under the belief I can only ride up too a 125CC but I have the A2 status does that mean I can ride a CBR 500cc? Genuine question mate. If you could respond that would be greatly appreciated🙂👍🏻

Love your reviews thinking about getting this bike even though I've got a full licence

That engine is fantastic. I have the 500x and love it. great review as usual TMF.

This has to be the best bike review I've personally watched. Keep up the good job

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you...

I just wanna say thanks for this video, I got my CBR500R a couple of weeks ago after watching this video months ago and falling in love with the bike. I've gotta say this is a beautiful bike and is fast enough for what I need. So happy 😊

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Nice one Leigh - ride safe and enjoy the bike!

Lovely to see you around my stomping grounds, welcome to Brackers lol, great review sorry about the sound issues. All the best.

Great review. I'm watching because my CBR 500 will be delivered in 2 weeks. Can hardly wait ,very excited.

@brianpreval5602

3 жыл бұрын

fit an akro and make yourself really happy!

My other half has the 2017 model and loves it. It doesn’t have the gear indicator but a great orange and black colour scheme. I love it. Like you say, comfortable and a great computer and looks amazing. Size, power and speed aren’t everything. She is looking forward to your long term review. 👍

Love your reviews. Had an 02' 954 Fireblade for years. Loved it. Neck surgery finished me. FJR 1300 since 2014. Had RD Yamaha's for years. Many Hondas as well.

Great review as always!

Cheers for the review TMF.

I’ve got the 2015 model and I absolutely love it. Great commuter and stylish. I had to add an after market Two Brothers Black Series slip on exhaust to give it more of a sport bike sound but overall great beginner commuter/sport bike. 💯

Thank you, we have no riding, no racing, no motor bike fun of any type, but not to worry TMF has got some gems in the bag. Top man!

Class review mate can’t wait to get one

Excellent reviews citizen flyer. And well done for testing the smaller stuff. I personally think the cb500x version might be the most underrated all round bike available Be good to see it put the the Missenden Flyer's special test route. Happy travels, soon hopefully.

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

...fingers crossed....

This is a cool bike, and it must be great fun to ride, particularly coming off of heavy bikes.I’d be hard pressed to choose between this and the CB 500X. Thanks TMF👍

Yes to “kerb weights” - come on Triumph about time you did that too.

Thank you for a spot on review. Your comments were so positive, I went and tested one and bought it. An additional plus is the fantastic cornering. I only need to look at s corner and the bike eats it up. Again, many thanks. Col

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

Wow not only are you riding the bike I own (though mine is a little older) you are rattling round my home town of Bracknell! First time I have seen it since I left in 1999. Great video as usual but this one is rather special for me. Can't wait till 26th May so I can get back out there on mine again. I have to say, it's difficult to find any reviews that say anything bad about the CBR500R, and your thumbs-up is the icing on the cake.

As ever great initial impression review. Looks a cracking option to me, especially as a complement to my NT650V which is definitely not sporty looking!!

lovely machine, good review thanks.

Nice review TMF. The CB500X which I guess shares the same engine is a really good bike too. Look forward to the next part of the review. Cheers.

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Stay tuned Colin!

I have the 2016 version of this bike that I've been riding as my first bike since 2018 and it's been fantastic. Absolutely great bike. The new 3rd gen version is very nice also. Has a lot of nice QoL upgrades in the LED turn signals, nicer instrument cluster, and an assist/slipper clutch. The second and first gen versions are still great too and have the exact same performance, so they are great value options on the used market. Got mine almost new on the used market for half the price it would've cost new.

Good evening Mr F, a note to say thank you for your reviews. I bought a little scooter at the beginning of lockdown, quickly got addicted , bought a 125 and have just passed my mod one, with my mod two to come in a few weeks and reckon I’m gonna get one of these as my first proper bike . As I’ve watched my industry ( music ) pretty much collapse, motorbikes have really mentally saved me , and your channel has contributed to that, so thank you! All the best from north London;)

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant Adam thanks for telling me - good luck with the mod 2 and fingers crossed we get our music industry back quickly when all this nonsense is over....

Hey TMF that’s insane 24 years old, wow when I lived in the UK and served in the military by 24 I’d already served operationally on 3 tours and been stationed all over the world. Makes me glad I left the UK with all of the rules there nowadays. Ironically the rich and not too famous can drive a Lamborghini like maniacs around London whilst filming on KZread.... Be safe over there coming out of lockdown slowly but surely in Canada 🇨🇦 😁😁

@DucatiDave68

4 жыл бұрын

Colin Goldthorpe now this made me laugh .... our youngest became a Royal Marine at 18 and has had a bike since he was 16 (I've had bikes for 35 years now) .... we were at Silverstone last April for the BSB round and sat in the sunshine on the grass he was really grumpy about the fact that he could do all these dangerous things now in the Marines, operate all this dangerous weaponary and even be sent off to war (fair play to you pal by the way) and maybe kill people BUT at that point he couldn't ride more than his 125 .... we'll of course I did the only decent paternal thing and rolled around on the grass crying with laughter which, with hindsight, didn't help ! He's now on a Ninja 650 restricted for A2 licence and is becoming a really decent rider who I love going out with when he's on leave ... there's definitely a place for these bikes 👍

@Knakkerman-

3 жыл бұрын

Well that's not only the UK, it is almost the whole of Europe. Every country has a different minimum age for an a1 and an a2 license, but 24 is the minimum age for the full a license. In the Netherlands you can get your A license at 22, if you get your a2 at the age of 20 and ride for 2 years.

Glad you are reviewing this bike, I am about your age and also own several bikes. I have had the good fortune to own all kinds of Sports and adventure bikes over 33 years of riding. I currently have one of these in my garage and in my opinion it is one of the best handling bikes I have ever ridden. It loves to be ridden hard and is rewarding to ride in the same way the Yamaha rd350lc used to be back in the day. it’s actually about the same power and weight! Look forward to seeing your long term review.

@chrisredfield3240

4 жыл бұрын

You're write both 47hp the 350lc was only 154kg wet though the RD350LC ypvs was a lot more at 58hp. 20 years ago that was enough too upset the bigger bikes

Fantastic stuff. I think I asked you about this bike a couple months back, along with other potential bikes for an A2 yob, been eagerly awaiting a review!

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Sorry for the delay!

@AAARREUUUGHHHH

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer I forgive you! Not enough quality reviews of this bike so well worth the wait 👍

Another well presented and sound review - Thanks! I have the Honda CB500X which I consider does everything fairly well and returns incredible mpg. In these days where global warming/pollution etc. is a serious issue perhaps these mid-capacity bikes deserve more attention. I often take my wife pillion on the X and did a tour of Wales last summer without any issues. Of course, if you want to annihilate every other vehicle on the road you will need a bigger bike and if I did a lot of motorway miles I would consider something more powerful. I look forward to your conclusions regarding the CBR500R. Cheers.

Small capacity bikes when you don't suffer motorways are great - utterly underrated.

Love this video bro keep it up

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Will do!

I am too old, I’ll never understand the need for a gear position indicator my grey matter just remembers where it’s at. This is solidly Honda. I thoroughly enjoyed a ride on one but hated that exhaust straight away. It’s an all around fun ride I think

@matty6848

Жыл бұрын

Probably have the gear indicator as the bike is aimed at the new inexperienced biker. Who do in the early days tend to forget what gear their in.

Fair review as usual,just wonder why no one ever mentions tyres on new bikes, ie make, feel in the wet and dry etc..Well worth including in future vids.

@chrisredfield3240

4 жыл бұрын

Do you mean they fit really crap tyres as OEM and once you change the tyres the bike is almost completely different. Or do you mean just slippery because there new like everything else on the bike.

@dondle2

4 жыл бұрын

@@chrisredfield3240 It seems to me that very often OEM tyres fitted to many bikes leave a lot to be desired.

@964tractorboy

4 жыл бұрын

I've suggested this too.

I love my 2013 CBR500R, needed a few mods to feel right (intake, header, slip-on, ECU tune) but once I got that sorted it's been great. Rides really well, gets great fuel economy. I am looking forward to getting a larger bike at some point but I'll definitely be keeping the 500R.

@Fee.1

4 жыл бұрын

What does a 2013 compete against? Like what’s the Honda competitor to the MT-03 mt07 mt09 fz07 fz09 sz07 sz09 etc etc

It finally looks so damn good😍 You can park it next to super sport bikes & it won't look out of place 😎 + It's the most comfortable bike I've been on :D even at my lanky 6-2

I owned this bike, a 2018 model. It is a really good bike for a learner. If any learner is thinking about a first bike, definitely get this one. Don’t go any lower. My first bike was a 2017 cb300. I got over it in a few weeks. Definitely go for the 500 and it’ll surely keep you entertained 😊

Love the looks

This will definatly be my first bike thanks for the review .

@TheMissendenFlyer

2 жыл бұрын

Good choice!

Last year, after trying to “teach” my 18 year old nephew how to not crash his new Ninja 650 sportish bike, I feel much more depends on the rider than the bike . . . or the concept of beginner. Years ago when my son was 14 he could handle my Suzuki GS850G well enough within minutes; my other son was an accident waiting to happen. One still rides, the other doesn’t. All that aside, for fifty years I still believe to practice the most important skill (falling off) it’s best to begin by riding off road.

@jean-francoisauger9912

4 жыл бұрын

@@badgerman23 I did that as a beginner... brought back a CBR600F3 on 130km while my only experience was on school bikes... No one to tell me it was stupid! I could've kill myself so many times that summer! Today, will all the available information, so many good bikes with smaller displacement, beginners are much safer. Today I ride a CB500X, and it's way enough to have fun!

@johnbow100

4 жыл бұрын

I agree with you Walter, it's more about the personality of the rider than the age. I went from a 125 on L plates at 17 years old straight to a ZX6R with no problems. I actually found the zx6 easier than the 125. Better brakes, easy hill starts and the power to overtake safely. I've always had a healthy respect for the danger and that's the reason I learned to use the extra power over time without hurting myself. My brother on the other hand is wild and has crashed a few times. He gave up riding a few years ago which is probably for the best.

@UncleWally3

4 жыл бұрын

johnbow100. Right. And then, aside from skill set, there’s attitude. Over fifty years I’ve noticed that, as a rule of thumb, those that embrace motorcycles as a fashion statement more than a sport rarely learn from mistakes. Well, they learn how to be more fashionable, but not better riders. If a youngster (or any beginner) buys a powerful sport bike because it looks sexy rather than for what it has the potential to do, quite quickly there’s usually busted fantasies and plastic bits on the ground.

Great video brother! I think the CBR looks nice. I ride an Motovlog on my victory highball now but I have owned a cbr f4i, gsxr6 ,zx6 and and iron 883. Thanks for the video.

Makes me miss my 17' CBR500. Was such a great bike and was amazing on fuel!

@jefflambert8603

2 жыл бұрын

Fast forward to the Future at 88mph! To 2022 ..and Petrol over £1.50 a litre "Great Scott!" and Bikes like this with Great Fuel economy are even more Relevant to everyday use!

Hello Andy, familiar roads there going through Bracknell , great review cheers 😎😇

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Cheers Rob!

Excellent review!

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you....

Recently had a ride of this, great bike and made me feel like I'd probably missed out on the joy of a2 bikes as I went direct access. Really fun bike, the red looks awesome!

@musguelha14

3 жыл бұрын

I went from a Hornet to this (2014 model though), and I'm having a lot more fun than on the 600. Love how you can actually ring it's neck on every ride. Any slower and I'd be bored though, I think.

Thanks TMF - A good review of a great bike. Having ridden all the variants of the CB500 range (F, CMX, X and R) since 1996 alot, I would say the best version is...the NC750s. The 500s are genuinely lovely but in an age where family cars cruise at 85mph on the motorway and travel the A roads at 60-70mph, the 500s lack just a little grunt.

I learnt to ride and pass my test on a Honda CBR for give me it was over 20 years ago could have been a 500. Anyway it was confidence inspiring as you could just concentrate on riding and not effing around with the bike. Solid

Excellent review Thank you.

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

I purchased a new CB500f just before the lockdown, I've only managed to do 110 miles on it so far but it seems fantastic for the money, I shopped around and managed to get it for £4800! Thanks for roadtesting this as it's pretty much the same bike but with a fairing..😁

Bought a 2016 as my first big bike after reading reviews ive had it 1 yr now and am really happy with my choice . Its comfy riding position cheap insurance cheap to run I'll be keeping it for a long time as I honestly don't need anything more powerful . I'd highly recommend this as a first big bike for anyone who has just passed full uk bike test .

Had the 2015 model to get back into biking after a break . Miss it to be honest was a right hoot to ride , cheap to insure , run ect Pretty much all the power you need for road use Great video looking forward to seeing how you got along with it Best regards Shaun.

Nice video I subed and love the bike its my dream one

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub!

Was very tempted liked the cb650 but ended up buying the CB500X one for me and one for the wife when they are paid off what to buy next so any great bikes great review looking forward to the in depth review.

I had one for a year, after a few years of not riding. I have vfr800 now, but I actually miss that bike. I would recommend it as a beginner bike for sure!

My son is going to get into motorcycling soon and this sounds like the perfect bike in that he won’t quickly outgrow it and it’s not too powerful for a first motorcycle. Great video!

@ashleyreynolds6604

4 жыл бұрын

Have a look at the 500X, gives great visibility over a car roof. Which means you can be seen more easily.

@rossm9676

4 жыл бұрын

He will outgrow it, my so did after 18 months and 12,000 miles. On the plus side all those miles have made him a good rider. 😊. Lockdown came just as he was about to do his test to move to bigger bikes (Honda x11).

I can feel the vibe it's quite comfy engine also super smooth.

@piee93able

4 жыл бұрын

HONDA machinery (either motorbikes or cars) and smooth engine is never apart.... 👍😎

I went for the sister bike (CB500X as I’m a big fan of adventure style bikes) as a second bike/commuter and I’m very Impressed with it. Surprisingly it’s A lot more fun to ride than the specs on paper would have you think.

I have the CB500F. Honestly these 2 are such underrated bikes. You barely see them out and about but they're an absolute pleasure to ride. Definitely agree they're great to start off with! One critique would be the screen can be a bit hard viewing in higher light levels.

Good review as always. I'm on an auto-only licence, currently A1 auto- got A2 auto Mod 1 passed just before the lockdown (clutch control defeated me on Mod 1 practice, wouldn't have been safe for bigger bikes without many hours of lessons, if ever) but I had my eye on one of these, or perhaps the 500X, had I got A or A2. It would have been perfect for me. Quick enough, very economical, good value. Wish Honda would do a DCT version or stick this engine in a Tmax rival scoot. Love my Xmax 400 though, looking forward to doing a lot of miles on that, eventually!

I have a 63 plate version of this bike, and there are no faults with it. I love it. (Have had it for a year so far and done 4k miles on it). I like the cbr500r much more than my first 'big bike', an unrestricted Kawasaki brand new at the time Z650 in 2018 which I had put 3.7k miles on.

My Novice bikes were a Honda Hornet 600, and a CBR 600F, fantastic build quality and reliability. Got to say the CBR 500 looks fantastic for the price. Cheers TMF

Thank you for an interesting, entertaining and factual review. I shall certainly be catching up with your other biking exploits. ;>)

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome Peter!

Mate! Reminding you for an ‘18 Mt07 “living with” review plz!

When I was getting back into biking after 35 years, I nearly bought one of these Honda’s, but I ended up getting a used Tiger 1050 instead. I would have loved that Honda when I was young!

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Me too!

I had the 2016 CB500F when I came back into riding after 30 odd years. That was a great bike and it helped passion my return to riding again, although now on Triumph Speed Triple 1050 lol

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Nice!

I’ve been just as nicely surprised with the CB500X. I have a T120 as well, but I love my CB500X. I think 500 - 650 cc bikes plenty for our modern lifestyles. I think you reviewed the CB650R...

Lovely looking bike Andy, spent ages looking at it at the NEC but went for the Ninja 650 in the end as my 1st bike post test. Would certainly consider a CBR650R next time. Look forward to the subsequent reviews on it, keep up the good work.

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Cheers Paul - if you keep watching I'll keep making the videos!

Another great vlog TMF , got to ask , are they little winglets at the bottom part of the fairings ??😊

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Was a while ago when I filmed this but iirc no they aren’t...

Just bought one and I love it 😁

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations!

I started on the 2014 model of this bike, great bike although I struggled a bit with the size being 6’4 myself.

Finally getting a chance to catch up on my KZread subscriptions. Great video on a slick little bike. Was that a Ford Mustang I saw? Don’t see many of those in your vids. Stay safe Andy! Peace!

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

I believe so

I have a cbr300r and I want the 500r as my next/ second bike :) great video friend.

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Had a cbr500r a few years back. Lovely bike. Fun to ride, very fuel efficient, excellent range, low cost. My biggest gripe with it was that even though it ticked all the boxes, it was just pretty bland. And not talking about the power here. Talking about the sound. It sounded like a bit of a tractor, even with an aftermarket muffler. I never got over it. Would love if Honda made another mid range v twin, like my old vtr250. That bike was a blast and a fantastic aural experience, every single ride

@Thirsty_Fox

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I do wish it had a bit of a whine like some of the Ninja twins to smooth out the rather agricultural sound. The second exhaust hole they added for 2019 does help give it grunt and lots of exhaust pops as you slow down, at least.

Back in 2013 I had the F version. I have too ridden the current R whilst my machines have been in for a service at a Honda dealership (the CBR500 being their courtesy 'bike). Between then and now I had different bikes and am currently riding a 2015 Yamaha SR400 plus a 2016 CBR300 (and my wife's SH125 Mode). Whilst the Honda 500 twin was definitely a good machine if you are after fun the 300 single beats it hands down- so light and it does just as you tell it.

Waiting for the first comment about riding during lockdown 🙄 Looks like mid winter when you filmed. Think it's a great looking bike and an ideal first bike.

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Yes this one was filmed in February....

Very pretty bike! How easy is access to the battery for charging and is there any space for a lock under the seat? What about lock down maintenance such as changing the oil and filter etc? Thanks for the review.

Awesome looking forward to seeing some more on this bike. I’m in the market for a small sports bike, and this one is right up my street. Unfortunately I think it’s not being imported to where I live (Hong Kong) this year, so may have to look at the Yamaha R3 instead.

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

What a shame!

Awsome review as always TBF. I'll be honest, I got a '13 CB500F (the naked version) as my first bike, so just watching this one to se the updates lol. One thing that I found really interesting is I chose this platform because as a tall rider it fit me really well compared to most other non-adventure style beginner bikes, yet I've now met so many shorter riders who also say they chose it for fit, so Honda really hit it right with this one. For my older model year the only real problems were the lack of gear indicator (easily fixed off amazon for $20), very poor headlight ($30 amazon LED) and pretty shitty suspension up front (that took a few more $$$ to add stiffer springs, emulators and preload adjusters), all of which it seems honda have taken to heart and improved, so really looking forward to seeing what you make of this. One thing about the 500 platform engines - they don't have much of a top end, and the loss of power at the top is pretty sudden, so I'd say it's probably more of a sports tourer than a sport bike all things considered. After 6 months with mine I'm both ready for more power and also want to keep it for the commute. It's really easy to ride, has power and torque exactly where you need them when just commuting, and the fuel economy. I know most bikes aren't big American trucks when it comes to fuel economy, and this won't be top of many people's lists, but getting about 500km on a tank is a luxury I don't really want to give up when it comes to commuting lol. When I had it in to get the valves done, the shop craftily lent me an MT07 ( I think in the hope of luring me into upgrading.. which they verty nearly did), and I was filling up almost twice as often. Commuting every day that's pretty annoying when you're used to Monday morning's fill up lasting until Friday

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the real world feedback - appreciated!

Been waiting for this video! Even though I've got the bike myself now anyway, after passing my a2 a few months ago. Actually sounds quite nice too, though my videos don't give it justice. I'm also a taller guy and it fits really well compared to some of the other bikes in the class :)

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Do you agree with my findings??

@parallelfinn

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer 100% agree with the little niggles such as the kickstand being awkward to move, another would be the placement of the indicator switch, i feel the horn and that switch should be swapped for better ergonomics, as a beginner, i feel like i shouldn't have to almost move my hand off of the handlebar just to indicate, not a huge issue though (maybe i just have small hands). looking forward to your thoughts on living with the bike :)

@xcape2usa

4 жыл бұрын

I've had mine (matt black) for a month now and absolutely love it. I'm 49 and short but find it very comfortable and super fun. I'm plucking up the courage to do a review from an older lady's point of view.

After your comment about the side stand being awkward to lower, I noticed last night that I’ve been using the ball of my foot to lower the stand on my CB500X because if I use my heel the footpeg is in the way (as you mentioned).....huh hadn’t even noticed my method adapt for this bike. Try using the ball of your foot 👍

@kleinbottled79

3 жыл бұрын

Yup, super easy once you start using the front part of your foot and not the heel. No faffing required.

This is exactly the level of bike I’m looking to upgrade to from my CBR125 after nearly a year of riding and I’m 55....so looking forward to your follow up vids. Hope it comes in Repsol colours to match my new leather jacket! 😂

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Cool!

@joemalc

4 жыл бұрын

It's a brilliant bike I love mine and won't be changing it for a very long time

Nice vid TMF, not ridden this one yet but the 500F was a hoot and of course I love the 500X. I can highly recommend you try the 500X if you get a chance. Keep safe!

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Yes this has turned me onto these smaller bikes - looking forward to trying the cbr650 when we can ride again....

I really appreciate your video and I've received a lot of input on this particular bike, but I must tell you with me being from America and you driving on the wrong side of the road from my view point is really messing with my psyche something terrible... But thanks for the great input on this bike, I think I might be sold because I was so much torn between this bike and the Ninja 400 with me being a beginner, thanks a lot...

I did a video on my first bike which is a Ducati 959 Panigale which I find perfect, as long as you behave. Good video and review! Hondas are solid bikes!

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Good luck!

I'm a sucker. I admit it. I've been watching 80's and 90's GP racing like a fiend. Kenny Roberts, Barry Sheene, Wayne Gardner, Kevin Shwantz, Mick Doohan, Eddie Lawson, Wayne Rainey. I'm addicted. 500cc. 2-stroke GP is epic. Do I need treatment? lol

Nice review Andy. I do like the look of this bike. I bought a CB650R a year ago, but think I'd have been quite happy with one of these. The lower seat height appeals (I'm only 5'7), plus the lower weight of course. That hideous exhaust would have to go mind and obviously the back end sorted! Overall a nice package though by the looks of it. All the best Andy 👍 Trev

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Cheers Trev!

Another great review 😊 Just a point though, the video quality on the GoPro 8 isn’t as good as the 7. I noticed the quality change before the glove change 😂 Keep up the great reviews 👏👏

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Yes I think you’re right!

As an owner of a 2019 CBR500R (in white, which is obviously the best colour😉), I'd say that's a fair first review. You do get used to the side stand after a while, but I found that an agile foot gets around the foot peg, rather than having to lift it out of the way. One minor point if I may, you can get a full licence at 21 provided you have held an A2 licence for atleast two years. The Direct Access Scheme is for people who are 24 or over.

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the clarification- that licensing game confuses the hell out of me (thank goodness I’m old!!!).

@stuartking

4 жыл бұрын

All part of having a standard EU format driving licence, but that's wandering dangerously close to another subject entirely.

Good stuff TMF, thanks. Really love the looks of this bike. Absolutely nailed it Honda! I'm 6 months into my A2 and very happy with my Tracer 700. I'm already looking for bike number 2 and am interested in the VFR800 when I'm out of my A2 period. But, you know what? One of these CBR500R's would be just the ticket! Decisions, decisions........

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

The cbr650 might be even better! - not ridden it yet myself....

@simonthomas5367

4 жыл бұрын

You could be right. 4 cylinder goodness and a nice, useable 95 horses. And another great looking bike from Honda. Look forward to your review and thoughts on it. Cheers!

You should get commision from Honda! Ive just bought a new 2020 model in red from my local Honda dealer in Yeovil, for 700 pounds off + free seat cowl. Getting heated grips fitted and tail tidy. Ive ridden bigger bikes but this is more than enough for me. Thanks for promoting this bike.. it was off the radar until your review. Cannot wait to ride it away.

Really enjoyed your review 👍 I'm still debating over the 650 or the 500

@TheMissendenFlyer

2 жыл бұрын

650 😉

The trouble with modern upswept exhaust designs is that if you don't cover them up when you wash the bike, they end up acting as funnels for all the water.

Great video flyer. I love the way people say budget bike £6500 to a working class man with kids and a mortgage is still a lot of money to splash out. Takecare .

Honest review.Loved it!I was looking into this one since i will get my A2 soon,well as soon as this pandemic situation allows us,and was wondering if it would be comfortable for taller folks like 6'4".Any info would be much appreciated.Cheers!

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Well i think this would be as comfortable as any - didn't feel particularly small to me...