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Quality vid, really nicely edited. This Honda is a class bike, a friend used one of these on a recently completed around the world trip. The bike coped with unpaved roads in Mongolia and did the Dalton Highway in Alaska. He set of on the trip with a KTM 790 and 1290 Adventure accompanying him, both the KTMs broke down in Mongolia while the much cheaper Honda just kept going.

Your cinematography, audio quality , script, the whole video is miles better than all those dedicated two wheeler channel....love your content

Just changed my oil this evening. IF you own a cb500x 2019, the engine oil drain plug is 12mm.. It's located on the left side of the bike at the rear of the oil drain pan close to the side stand. --Owner's manual says 22 pound feet of torque ( aka 30 newton meters aka 30nm) to tighten it, and yes it's horizontally screwed into the oil drain pan. Part for Fram oil filter is ph6017a, Walmart sells them for under 7 bucks USD, I use gn4 10w-30sj which is supported by Honda per the manual. Cheers.

Had mine in Greece for 8 months, riding as much off road as on road. Only thing I changed was tyres for better off road traction, otherwise it’s a great all round dual sport bike. No hesitation in recommending it. I downsized from a large BMW bike and get as much pleasure riding this for a third the price and running costs. And if you drop it or fall you don’t get a hernia lifting it up !!

It's because of you I bought cb650r in jeans blue. Now I want to return it for this cb500x. You're killing me Dan. 🤔🤔🙌🏾👍🏾

I ride a 2017 model since new (in the nice Orange colour) and despite of my 6' 6" height I'm looking to replace it at some point with the new updated version! I'm coming from a history of much bigger bikes and found my nirvana with that little, economical and peppy Honda machine :) Great video Dan, as always!

Hi Dan, I'm downsizing from a 650 and have just put an order in to Bridge Motorcycles for a CB500X. Following your review, just in case there's anyone out there who's just got one, here's how to run one in ( a reviewer at Visordown wasn't sure whether to rev the nuts off it or not ) and my further thoughts about the bike. I've owned and broken in dozens of bikes since I was a despatch rider in London, in the early 70s. Only those using bikes mainly for trackdays, or for racing need use the 'harder the better' approach to breaking in. That is because they want max power from the off knowing the bike will be regularly rebuilt and worn parts replaced every 2000 or 3000 miles. For the rest of us, we want our new bike to last for tens of thousands of miles, to hold its value at resale, and to represent a pride of ownership too. We want to look after our new bike, hopefully. Honda's instructions for the 2021 CB500X are simple: no full throttle starts, and take it easy for the first 300 miles. Given the above, anyone running one in differently risks voiding the warranty if they're found out, shortening the longevity of the motor, reducing the bike's longterm fuel economy, and ending up with a bike that sounds rough, and may prove unreliable. Don't do it. Moving on, the CB500X makes 47bhp, is good for around 110mph (so cruising at motorway legal speeds puts no untoward strain on the engine), returns 75-80 mpg, takes a pillion comfortably, has servicing intervals of 8000 miles, weighs 197kgs (so it's light), has a tank range approaching 300 miles between fills, and is big enough to tour the world on. Power is well sufficient to ride British roads at all legal speeds, and beyond them if you take the bike abroad. The icing on the cake is that with different tyres the CB500X will even handle offroading in the UK. Just don't try muddy lanes with stock tyres. In Canada, and elsewhere they're regularly used for long distance trail riding, so yes, Dan, the bike can and does handle offroading. To sum up, it's my view that there is no better all round bike for sale in the UK right now, and for around £6000, the CB500X is excellent value. If you're looking for a used model, make sure that it's 2019 or later, because that was when Honda considerably improved the bike by increasing the size of the front wheel from 17" to 19", making it far better offroad, than previously. I've just downsized, and put an order in for mine, in matt gunpowder black. I shall run it her in carefully, and I very much look forward to enjoying thousands of miles of troublefree motorcycling onboard. It's no coincidence that Honda have fitted the exact same engine to no less than three other models. Thanks for reading!

Bought one in November last year. I live in the Far East and most roads can be challenging. I 've had loads of bikes over the years (I'm 64) and I can quite honestly say I've not had as much fun for years. What a fantastic capable bike Honda built here. I absolutely love it.

hey Dan I just wanted to tell you what a great, informative and superbly edited video you have made keep up the good work.

This is my second viewing of this video. It’s very good thanks. I haven’t got out much on my pre-loved 2019. The roads have been so wet and dirty. Not to be put off I am investing in a special detailer’s dryer. When I have been out around the lanes, I enjoy the transmission. The clutch and gears feel very intuitive, so it feels very easy to feel one with the bike, which makes it easier to get on with the business on watching what’s going on with the road....

Good review. I had a test ride of one of these, and a CBR500R. On both of them, clutch excellent, fuel consumption amazing, engine quite good, gear change excellent. Dash a bit hard to see. Where they differed for me is I thought the CBR500R handles just so much better on the road. The X just felt high up and wobbly. Unless you really want to go off road or have really terrible roads the R (and the F I assume) handles so much better. As for A2 credentials, somewhat dearer a Triumph Street Triple S 660cc A2, has a lot better engine, with the promise of being derestrictable to 94 BHP once an A licence is achieved. Although the Street Triple is a lot harder to insure for newbies and drinks quite a bit more fuel. Your CB650R I believe can be restricted A2 restricted, much nicer engine than the CB500F,R,X , but pretty similar to the Triumph on difficulty to insure . I've asked about them all :)

I love POV videos. I can feel some of the joy of riding. I would like a larger displacement bike, but my budget nudges me towards this.

I rendered myself to this bike... I saw one in black (more dark grey that black) and I loved it. Will be my first motorcycle and im 6,3ft.

Bought one because of this review. Salamat from the Philippines

I'm surprised more people don't know about your channel. It's a really nice review you've done and you've improved the professional quality of the videos. Great work! I bought a CB650R after watching your videos. Good work bro!

Regarding front brake requiring a good squeeze, remember that for dirt bikes (or dual sports) you don't want to very grabby brake, because it's hard to modulate under bumpy dirt conditions.

Really good video,Dan! Nicely put together! Love the way you take your time to explain the bike, most others try to scream every detail in one minute and it annoyes me massively! Just stay the way you are, bro 👌

Very informative video. Just the facts with no gimmicks. No wannabe Jeremy Clarkson'ism's. No ridiculous comments or over acting. No hard selling, great stuff, I like it.

Love to get your opinion on the Yamaha Tenere 700 as an everyday bike. I’m more of a rural rider and looking into the CB500X, Tenere 700, and watching for the Africa Twin 850. I value your opinions and enjoy your reviews. They are very well put together.

I have a cb 500f for my second bike for commuting and winter and i must say i have just as much fun on it as i do my cb1000r very good bike, im now concidering the x, great review Dan. like the fact that its not just my bum that snores when it goes to sleep...lol

I agree with your assessment of this bike. This is my first smaller cc bike after many years of riding 1200cc bikes and I am very pleased with it. It is ideal for the lanes, villages and wilder places of little Britain. I’m getting the top box too, but it’s a pity we lose the pillion grips when we fit the top box bracket. I can see I’ll have lots of fun with this bike. It’s very well balanced and the handle bars only need a light grip, which reduces any vibration. It seems to be amazingly economical. I agree about the slightly snatching first gear. The pick up is good thought the range. The gears are so slick I find I’m checking the gear indicator to see where I’m at in the range. Plenty of power to safely overtake those slow coaches on the smaller roads. Good review thanks.

I love the new 19" wheel.

Absolutely love the CBX. I found with a pair of Pirelli Scorpion Trail tires i could get away with some light off roading while still feeling planted on the road. Great review, subscribed.

Presented very well Dan! Damn it though, now you make me want to get a 2019 or 2020 CB500X! I had the original 2013 model but was rear ended by a car less than two seasons in. Bike was totaled of course with 26,000 miles on the odometer. Luckily, I escaped with no serious injuries and three weeks later purchased a 2014 CB500X. Had the heated grips, handguards and center stand installed by the dealer before delivery. Later, I put on a Scorpion silencer and a taller MRA Touring Screen. Love this bike (still after a few more seasons and 57,000 miles), but you had to go and so brilliantly demonstrate how much better the latest CB500X is! Damn you! ;)

Looking for my 1st bike at 55 years of age and this is on my list. Really don't want to buy used and for about $5K to $6K (leftover) it's perfect.

Had a 1991 Suzuki GS500 years ago. And that little 500cc was a blast carving around the Ozark mountain range ( south central US ) And this was even two up on many occasions. I thank you for the review. Keep the shiney side up.

Guys this man should have much more subs his videos are just pure gold he does put a lot of effort in them , what its going wrong ?

Great Video: Waiting on Delivery for my new Honda 500x, Was years away from bikes, and i choose this bike, after looking at your great overview video i think i have made the right choice. Cant wait to get out on the roads again, For €7,700 here in Ireland i suppose i cant go wrong, Great Video & Thanks.

Great review and spot-on analysis. I sold my hayabusa and cbr250 this summer and picked up a cb500x non-abs and haven't looked back. I rate it the funnest most versatile machine I've owned, best clutch/transmission and can bang it over rough roads with nary a hiccup.

Super video bro thank you really informative I have been waiting for it 2 months now I'm going to buy it in white colour because it's really sunny here

A very high quality review. Thank you. This bike is on my short list of medium to light weight adventure bikes. I am also considering the 450L and T7, both are more expansive and I probably wouldn't use the full range of what they have to offer.

Just the right size to put in the bed of my pickup truck and head up to the mountains.Great video as always.Thank you Dan!👍

Nice review as always. Sure wish they made heated grips a standard. I put some R&G ones on my CB650R. Glad I did.

Haven't checked out the 500x since 2016 or so. This redesign looks extremely good!

Great review. I have the same model and am the same height (5'8") and am sitting here agreeing with all of your comments. Well done.

I rented this bike for a ride around northern Thailand last month. The year before I rented a Suzuki 650 Vstrom for the same loop. I preferred the Suzuki. In the mountains you left the Vstrom in 3rd and had fun. The Honda,it's shift,shift,and shift again. I also found it gutless. I'm 200 lbs and had perhaps 30 lbs of "stuff" on board. Good build quality,great brakes, and gets the job done,but I liked the Suzuki.

Its hard too choose between CB500X vs CB650R. The different Class and cc. But only this 2 bike i like it. I heard that CB500X are much more cheaper too maintain compare with the CB650R with is has more 2 pistons plus the sound of inline 4 with firering oder 360° vs the Parallel Twin firering oder 180°.

Great review man, probably your best video so far. Great job.

Possibly my next bike. Currently own a cb650r 2019

I'm getting bored of those bike review videos out there, but this one is of the best! Nice edited and good quality. Nice work. Can you do a review on the 2021 Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT?

Thanks for the video! I think you make me finally decide for my next first big motorbike ( previously only had 125cc ), I just got my license and were unsure of what bike to buy. Maybe I just wait for the 2020 model, but of course this one looks so good!

Nice review! I’ve watched many videos and I’m going to start shopping prices for my brand new 2021 here in SoCal. Mud is not of that much concern here and up to 80mph performance is fine with me. I’ve made it 60yrs and I’m not trying to die soon. I do have an older hopped up Yami R6 and a supercharged ‘17 Harley Roadster drag bike for knocking on troubles door. I grew up on Honda’s and have great respect for their engine programs. I’ll put it on a diet, make a few engine and suspension mod’s and try not to kill myself.

Great video. I think this will be my next bike. For around 6K you really can’t go wrong, cracking bike for the money. Cheers.

Made my mind up, thanks Dan. My F800GT is getting chopped in!

Such a great review and of course it would be impossible to say anything that the other 473 comments don't you have a wonderful voice the cinematography the content all fantastic I greatly appreciate what you are offering here after having 1200 BMW GS adventure and now riding around on a Vespa and a Yamaha XMAX 300... Trying to downsize my adventure bike as I reached 60 years of age I am vacillating between the BMW F 900 XR and this Honda CB500X of course I also have my money down to have the first Honda Trail 125 ABS (for who knows WHAT reason... except FUN) the Honda CB is the money of the BMW F and certainly worth more than 50% of what the BMW is of course I have a 28 inch and seem (yes, i had 2 different GS and 2 different GS Adventure bikes and rode them with confidence) but... the F900 can be had with a low suspension and come in at > 2 inches LOWER than the CB500 (which can only be ordered one way) really not sure what to do great videos and I appreciate everything you're doing

Great Video, Dan. I agree, this is an excellent all round bike. Cheap to buy, cheap to run and a good fun bike. Didn't subscribe as I already have.

Enjoyed your review. Especially on performance as thinking of going down in cc to one of these but still want half decent performance. Your's is the only review where I could see the dash showing speed and gears thanks to our dull English weather! Other reviews in sunny climates it looked hard to see. Looks like I don't need to worry about that here. Something good about our weather for once!

very good review. It IS a SHAME that our local Honda Turkey deliberately does not import this Cb500x.

I have the Honda cb500f I absolutely love this bike coming from a 850 I have more fun on this bike she has a lot of spunk feisty she can get a little naughty at times which puts a big smile on my face🥴🥰

Napa: "Vegeta...what does the scouter say about his video production quality." Vegeta: "IT'S OVER 9,000!!"

great review and good video quality. I wanted to buy African Twin 1000L as my first bike (after 18 years) until I tested and it was too heavy for me lol. Hence, imma get this one instead.

Thanks Dan, I'm picking up my red one in a week, I'm moving up from the CRF 250 Rally which i really liked but just was a struggle on the Motorways and carriage ways. Did the NC500 on it and it was fine but getting there was a slog. I'm going to be adding Rally Raid protection for the comfort off road. The review gives me confidence that I'm making the right choice. Keep safe. You want to get round Berkshire there's some great lanes used to do them when I was posted there.

great quality, great information, I’ll be buying one for myself this upcoming summer! Thanks for this vid

Congratilations on this video. The quality, the clarity of the information given, the organization, the shots, is just fantastic. I've been looking at reviews of this motorcycle and stumbled upon this video, and I'm glad I did. Fantastic review, awesome job. Subbed.

Just discovered your channel and reviews. Very well put together and narrated. Would like to hear your views on a suzuki vstrom 650 and or kawasaki versys 650/1000.

Did you say 741? Yep, I’m gonna be proud of noticing that small blip-lol. Hey, I’m just being cheeky. Good video, it’s my first time seeing one of your videos

Nice sharing....I now plan to get new 2023 CB500, but i got i deal for this kind of CB 2019 (20k KM milage) with 25% cheaper price. So now still think which one should i take.

Mine don't have abs standard in the USA in 2019... I guess in '21 it's standard. Sucks cause i wanted abs but i live where it doesn't 🌧️☔ much so it's all good. I'm happy with the 🏍️💨 tho i like it more than the '21 Africa twin adventure sport it's too heavy. The cb500x feels so much lighter & easier to ride. Thanks for the review! Very good quality 📽️

Enjoyed the video top class info...took the "X" out for a 30mile test ride absolutely loved it ,agree with all your comments . Traded down Ducati 950 multi. Looking forward to exploring tight country lanes and a few dirt roads. Might also save some points on the licence..😃

Here from USA. Love your reviews. You are the perfect reviewer and rider to give us your thoughts about the new KTM 390 Adventure. It seems to be the big competition for the CB500X..Thanks !

Sharp presentation with a unique perspective!!!

Great information. Lack of ABS off switch is the only thing holding me back buying a new one

I'm glad they've improved the gearbox which was terrible on the old model. Shame about that 19 inch front wheel though.

I tend to differ as to my opinion of the 19" front wheel. For me, I say why didn't they just put longer front forks on with more travel if they want to be serious about it? Wheel diameter really doesn't mean squat off-road. Wheel travel does. The bike could use another inch of underbelly clearance as it is. You say there's more off-road tire selection in a 19" wheel. I say there's plenty of selection as it is in a 17" wheel. Not so if you're looking for a street tire for a 19" wheel. Most of the selection for a street tire are total crap in that arena.

I'm in the market for my first (big) bike one that I can do some miles on and take off the beaten track (to a small degree). I had been considering older CB500X with panniers and various crash guards BUT from what I have seen here I think I will go for a newer 2019-2020 model as it looks to be a much better bike. Excellent vid very informative and well made.

Love the quality of the clip and I've gotta go see the 2021 version off road ability, dirt track riding.

Thanks for sharing this great video. It was really informative concerning the bike's on and off road capabilities. Turning almost 50, I am currently considering to buy it instead of my old scooter (Yamaha Xmax 125) and I think the Honda CB 500 X would be a great improvement in both city traffic and light adventure tours at the weekend. I find scooter suspensions awful and primitive so I am getting back to proper motorcycles. I am looking for a reliable little machine of max. 500 cc. I used to have a KTM but I would never buy one again - I guess a little HOnda is a much better choice if you want to ride trouble free. Your video helped a lot to make my decision easier. Thanks again and ride safe. Cheers. Danny from Germany.

Superb review, no drama or heroics, great stuff. Thank you.

I love your videos mate, very good quality videos and the audio is great there's no wind noises! I would love to see a review of the african twin! Subscriber from Philippines 🏍

I really like the Honda CB500X and your review was the best!

Seems Honda have really done their homework on this. 19" front wheel is a must on this type of a bike -21" too much like the Tenere. Only thing l would add is Rallye Wheels. Good review btw.

Thank you for this video Dan ! Complete review and nice footage to watch, feeling like driving it ! Definitely my next bike ! Cheers from France

love my heated grips on my NC700X

Superb. Head says cb500x, heart says cb650r. Test ride will decide once I can get out....

Another great review seems really good in the twisties and I'm 2 minds between this and the rebel 500 prefer cruiser type bike's but this seems the perfect commuter,fun at wknds,good range

Awesome video,this bike has really caught my attention,it's beautiful good looking styles,going to look into this forsure

Absolutely great review! I wish everyone did a review like you 👍🏼

Video production quality improved a lot ❤️❤️

I bought a 2015 500X in Sept 2018. I doubled the mileage on it in 12 months, then PX'd it for a 2019X a month ago. I've done 1200 miles on the new one. Yes, the wx in the UK has been awful! I agree with everything you say about the bike. Both my 500X's have been fantastic, but the 2019 is outstanding as far as I am concerned. It will be in Spain Jan/Feb 2020, and touring the Eu next season. Oh, one final comment HTF do I adjust the heat on the heated grips? I've not worked this out in a year!

Another great review. I won't be going off road, not intentionally anyway, so it really ticks all the boxes for me

good review mate and your camera well so clear it felt like i was riding with you 👍👍👍😊😊😊

Great review of another great Honda. Cheers mate. And nice riding style too. Peace Ride safe

Thanks for the review. I hope will be available in India by 2021.

I love this, only l wish they'd put wire wheels on it. Thanks for the great review.

hey...very good video .., i really enjoyed watching this one & it's only the fourth video of yours i'm watching ... i ride a 2012cbx250twister and looking to upgrade to something that can handle the freeway with much more ease than a 250cc..i honestly don't have enough money right now but i'll continue watching some good reviews like yours until i go test sit or ride some newer bikes ... take care & thanks again for the good videos .

It's all your fault, I've just picked up a 2019 version of this bike for touring Europe. I just hope I don't get bored of the power and learn a lot on it. Being from Surrey myself we're clearly local, maybe see you out on the road. Ride Safe.

Sounds a lot better than I thought it would! Cool! Would you go touring with a gf? Havent had the chance to sit on one yet...whats your inseam? Im 30 inches. I suppose I wouldn't be able to flat foot it on both sides. Love these reviews!

A tip for the jerkiness at Low speed in first. Use the clutch to apply power instead of the throttle

You make me think about The chronicles of mr Fish, seems you're living in the same place! Great video, thumb's up !

Hi thanks for nice review; i know that the 2019 is really improved & much better than my 2017. The only big con about my bike is the very short first gear. Does the 2019 have the same con ? To be honest even if i still love my bike, i really dream about a CB650X to have a little bit more power & a longer first gear.

Thanks for a great vid. More and more likely to replace my VFR800 with one of these in a couple of years.

Enjoyed your video. Health issues forced me to sell my hd heritage bagger,,but still have that itch to ride. This may be it,,thanks

Excellent review mate......I frequent Thailand quite often.......have been considering either a BMW 310 GS or The Honda CB 500 X.......I reckon between your review and a couple others.....I'm leaning towards the Honda....and service centers will be plentiful aswell as cheaper running costs than the beemer I'm sure....

They are excellent bikes Mate, thanks for the review

Absolutely lovin those beauty shots. Wonderful Job.

good review...thanks for mentioning your height and weight and surprisingly, we are the same. God speed.

Smaller bikes are easier to get fun of than more powerful bikes. It's more fun to go through the gears on a less powerful bike than be stuck on 3rd on a 1000cc+ bike because you're afraid you'll lose your license by 4th.

Great video. Very informative.

Great review. I'm going to get it as my first bike.