I hate this discussion about performance on this type of bike! Ppl if you want performance GET A SPORTS BIKE ! This type of bike is to enjoy the jorney and the scenary NOT to set speed records.

Hail to the mid-sized “all rounder” motorcycle. Hopefully, as we wake up from BIBI (bigger is better illusion) the mid-sized bikes will become more sophisticated. And yep, more expensive. I can certainly understand why manufacturers are reluctant but, there’s a market that is willing to pay for top quality fully farkled mid-sized bikes. My ideal bike? A 500cc V4 equipped with variable valve timing, Brembo, Olin’s, light trellis frame, and high quality electronics and controls. And, while I’m dreaming, make sales advance order only so customers can buy the “accessories” they want at the point of purchase (tires, exhaust, leavers, foot pegs, panniers, etc) so we don’t have to pay for, then toss, the crap show floor bikes come bundled with. I’ve been riding long and hard for 50 years, but I suspect the death of internal combustion engines will occur before the dream of high quality mid-sized bikes is realized. I’d love to read the opinion of others on this line of reasoning . . .

People who own this says never to buy it. I really liked it. The looks and sounds especially. but everyone says it lacks power and has many mechanical issues.

Good review. Not under powered. Just over weight. Certainly enough power for on or off road. And the weight may be fully planted on road. But for off road, that weight is a killer. Trying to stop that elephant on wet or soft terrain will not be fun. And high COG makes it even worse. Making front end washouts always a threat. So this is much more a road bike, than an off road bike. And that goes along perfectly with their choice of tires. Road 90%...off road 10%.

Now we have a big boom with smaller bikes. Many riders are going down with CC and weight.

The way you're riding my heart pumping faster.

this one is for sure on my comparrison list for my first bike. great vid!

Great video man, gives a good idea of what this bike is all about! It has a really nice sound by the way for its engine size (better than most bike with standard exhausts anyway).

Best looking for the money i rode one everything isa great only the horsepower lack of it and the service intervals are small the v strom has v engine thats bomb proof but i still like the trk

can you do a review on the 2019 cb500x off road I want to see how off road is it now with the 19 in front wheel and more suspension

How it will be for 1.70m rider. Also what is the actual gps top speed and what is the fuel consumption. Thanks. How it compares to Aprilia 660 Trail and BMW g650gs

235kg kerb weight + 500cc motor. Hmmm... when will Benelli QJ release the **REAL** one with the new 754cc engine? I used to own their TNT600 which I liked because even though it was lardy for what it was, at least it had sufficient power. Best thing about it was that Benelli parts were super cheap where I live, so I rode it to work every day for 5 years - it held up with minimal fuss despite me not pampering it like a weekend bike! So I have faith in this brand. Sure... people argue others should not whinge about forcing a 47hp motor to haul 235kg of Multistrada-style lard around, but still, given a choice between this and having the new 82hp + 67Nm motor there's absolutely no question which one they'll choose! LOL.

Hello Mate!! Very nice detailed video, its going to be here in India by Feb 2019, I am really confused, Whether to go for Suzuki vstrom 650xt or Trk 502X, i know in papers the suzuki is way bigger and better, but still will the TRk do a decent job in touring for about 700+ miles a day and even mild offroads.? Awaiting for your response

great video. I was expecting the review on how tall people fit on that bike. Thanks for clearing out doubts. greetings from Zizkov

After such a long wait...

I think you must syop thinking politically sir. Well just a reminder, apple produces almost all its products in China. It's not about where it's made, it's all about how it's made sir.

Great normal people speak review mate - cheers...

Hey there guys i have a2 license and in 6 months im gonna take the a license . Right now i ride a 125 cc daytona bike and i really want an upgrade . Im squeezing my mind to wait 6 months and get a tracer 900 or tdm 900 or buy a benelli trk 502 x and then buy after 1.2 years a more power full bike like 900 etc . What would you suggest ? Consider that im doing a distances inside city but i would like to make a ride out of town ..

This is probably my next bike and in this color.

I have friend who have buy this bike... The bike just 6 month old but already stranded in highway.... Can not start... Have to wait for towing truck to bring back his motorbike to workshop... Another case gear paddle missing while he riding the bike.... The electrical Wiring worse have to recheck again...

Good review- gives me a lot of useful info.

Excellent review

How big is the bike does it have any resemblance with benelli 600 gt? Thanks for the video ✌️

Hi I am 166cm can i not ride this great bike at all ? I am desperately searching for a good bike in this cc category for off and on road touring

What's the Service Interval?

The video recorded while driving is smooth, no vibration in video. is it because of the 1. camera or 2. bike suspension.? what is the gopro version used ?

Seat height is 840mm, not 850

trk 502x vs versys 650 which is better.

Specs from benelli site says 145mm front suspension travel. Why are they doing that? Why is it so hard to make mid-weight adventure bike with 60hp, 170+ suspension travel, under 200kg and seat height less than 0.9 meter? Everything is have to be either weak, low, heavy or made for giants. With KLR going away there's literally no middle weight adventure bikes on the market anymore and no, having 2cm of suspension travel over regular road models doesn't make an adventure bike, looking at you Suzuki, Kawasaki, Honda and now Benelli. At least Yamaha is trying with Tenere 700.

Thanks for the video! My only fear is on highways, what is the RPM at 130kmh? Doesn't it push it too high?

If it's as good as the 300, it'll be a great bike.

how does it go two up.

What is the fuel economy of this bike..??

Gotta say, i may trust the japanese cb500x more for my money, but this thing does look prettier to me..if only the cb had custom plastics available..

no footage from offroad ride?

Nice Video

Whats your height?

Honestly I would say that it looks like an ADV bike, but it is not an ADV bike, too many flaws. Probably great for mild off roading, But too much plastic and just things that doens't make sense for a real ADV bike.

Looks like it combined from a f800gs and f850gs.

Does it have slipper clutch ?

3:57 - does this bike have two oil filters?

How about for 165cm high people?

236Kg, really? Kind of a heavy girl there...

235kg sure is heavy i would expect a 1200 for that

I always wanted the 1130 but the build quality was rubbish, go out on your bike and back home in the break down truck. This bikes engine sounds like made in China.

One of the worst bike in the market!! Crappy engine, low quality parts,doubtful electronic components and lousy workmanship!

Made in China motorcycles not really interested