5 Things I Hate About The 2019 Honda CB500X

5 Things I Hate About The 2019 Honda CB500X | Oregon Motorcycle 2020

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@mitchm5681 4 жыл бұрын

Regardless of the short falls of the cb500x I think it’s the best value adventure bike on the market. Good video, valid points.

@OregonMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

Mitch M I agree.

@Socalove-ss3xo 3 жыл бұрын

Versys 650 is on par of darn close

@crispernator 4 жыл бұрын

You forgot to say supply a bloody centre stand .

@iz723 3 жыл бұрын

*as standard

@MrBenHaynes 4 жыл бұрын

Interesting video. 1. I used to have a GPS in the same position as your phone. Never again, as you have to contort to insert the ignition key. Handy bar to mount phone near windshield (better line of sight too). 2. ABS switch, not a big concern. With this style of bike, I don't see the need to switch off ABS. 3. Quite easy to swap out the fork oil for a thicker viscosity. I'd get the shop to do it at the first (1000km) checkover. BTW I'm light (Japanese) weight and not fussy about suspension. 4. OEM tyres wear out soon enough, and it's a acquaintance/running in phase where I don't push the bike anyway. We all have our fave hoops, mine are Metzeler Tourance. 5. Rear Hugger? Hadn't thought of that, and a damn fine idea. Hang the expense, I'll be putting a quality aftermarket one on (when they finally sell red CB5X in AU, only matt black currently).

@OregonMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

Ben Haynes thanks for watching! I might add more oil instead of changing it.

@bernieswonger4780 3 жыл бұрын

@@OregonMotorcycle You.should leave the correct amount of air space, adding to much oil may blow the seals, as oil doesn't compress.

@gcprost 3 жыл бұрын

I have an Africa Twin. I have a similar opinion of the tires it came with. After one ride on gravel I swapped them out.

@ljoelmchanley3676 4 жыл бұрын

Keyless?, no thanks...price tag goes up and a potential giant future repair bill.

@king1ny 4 жыл бұрын

Can't stand keyless Then you'll have a problem with the key fob .I tried a honda keyless Scooter.Big pain in the ass.

@Socalove-ss3xo 3 жыл бұрын

Ya no keyless crap for me. I want old school it just works

@dougbright8120 3 жыл бұрын

Ditto on keyless - just another useless gimmick doomed to fail. On an adventure bike, this sort of crap isn't what you'd want to have quitting miles away on the middle of South America or Australia. I'd rather they gave me something else that was useful in the price rather than this idea...perhaps a bit of chain or a hinge on the fuel-filler cap....

@ripmax333 3 жыл бұрын

Nah keyless is another stupid gimmick! like what they did on the new Honda Cubs, for me they just ruined them. Good all fashioned key is all we need. if the key is hard to reach a good old lanyard can do the trick.

@davidwitmer7251 3 жыл бұрын

@@dougbright8120 Fuel filler cap simply tilts back. It doesn't come off AFAIK.

@beekiongkang2536 4 жыл бұрын

a skid plate will be great for off road use

@phuketbungalowinfo2757 4 жыл бұрын

absolutely, i am waiting for an aftermarket part i really like. All the skid plates now are not what i want, too short or they do not protect the most important, the OIL FILTER ... a damaged oilfilter while riding offroad will cause a lot of trouble

@DragosDreamer1989 3 жыл бұрын

5:25 - Did you only bottom out the fork or the rear shock as well?

@lunar-firefly 4 жыл бұрын

Ay great video! I was curious if you've had passengers? And if you'd be open to doing a video on riding with one? Hoping to make a trip to Cali in April or May and will be having my first passenger once I get down to LA. Would be great to see some do's and don'ts with having one, and things I might be able to advise them of, and stuff I should remember. I'm still pretty new to everything, and the bike I ended up settling on (a V-Strom) is a tiny bit tall for me (tippy toes tall) so add a passenger into the mix and.. well.. It's a bit intimidating. Haha. Stay safe!

@OregonMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

I don’t have any passengers;). Maybe someday....

@4himsanctified Жыл бұрын

2022 bike here. Doing my first oil change tomorrow

@jeffferguson899 3 жыл бұрын

a hugger would clog up with mud off road. just get a piece of rubber from an old inner tube and rivet it to the inner fender to protect the shock

@jerfootpath3774 4 жыл бұрын

Good points i have the same bike and ride it every day in all weathers. I agree about the key its a pain in the dark! The front forks do adjust dunno if you have had a play with them? Plus the rear shock adjusts also so there is room to get it how you want it to a point plus as you say you could change the oil in the forks also. For road use i find it ok and handles well. The dunlops tyres here in the UK are fine even in the wet or icy roads and will get you down a track with care its not easy to get dual purpose that actually work but these come close. The abs is not an issue for my riding but i get what your saying. I agree the rear does spray all the shit into the bike some kind of fender or guard would be practical. I had a Suzuki v strom before and that was even worse! Overall like yourself i love the bike and its looks. I am 5/10 in height and found the screen too low, so i changed it in days for a Puig taller screen. I feel they should have added an engine guard to protect the oil filter and sump this was standard on the vstrom.

@airborneroots5356 3 жыл бұрын

Valid points altogether. Unrelated note: You might want to consider riding on the middle and or right side of your lane to best avoid a head on collision. On the first section of the video it also seems the middle lane is the only dry part of the road LOL

@OregonMotorcycle 3 жыл бұрын

Take a minute and give this a watch. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qJujaseks7SymXk.html

@stevetaylor8698 3 жыл бұрын

At the very end of your video, what is that big watch tower in front of the cliff face for, is it a prison?

@OregonMotorcycle 3 жыл бұрын

That’s an elevator. It’s was actually for cars back in the day and was the first official vertical road;)

4 жыл бұрын

lovely content

@arismous8586 3 жыл бұрын

Hello this bike can travel with 75mph on highway easily without a lot vibrations and relax ?

@OregonMotorcycle 3 жыл бұрын

Sure can.

@AlexandreSantos-mn4sk 4 жыл бұрын

You can adjust the front suspension, not too much but can get a bit harder using the screw on top

@OregonMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

I did add a lil bit of preload in the front.

@jackvliet 2 жыл бұрын

So you shouldn't put tires on it? Because it's a waste?

@arieerkkila 4 жыл бұрын

It's a decent motorcycle, however without substantial after market upgrades it is still a street bike. For the extra costs it's worth holding out for the T7 or a future Africa Twin 790 hopefully. Unless you buy one used.

@OregonMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

Safari very true. For a person like me with a limited budget, it fits the bill. I will slowly upgrade over time to get it where I want.

@sebastiangrzyb9111 4 жыл бұрын

There is a youtube video where a guy from Portugal complains a lot about vibrations on the bike. Do you feel any vibrations while riding your Honda? I understand thay any 2-cylinder engine vibrates but is this something that really irritates you? Thanks.

@OregonMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

It’s not that bad.

@realgagnon1203 3 жыл бұрын

I have heard or excessive vibration at high speed in other reviews and makes me worry about the 500X abilities. I have viewed most of your videos cause I really like this motorcycle, and your vids, but never heard you mention about it. Does it vibrate excessively at 70, at 75, at 80 MPH? When does it become an issue?

@OregonMotorcycle 3 жыл бұрын

All motorcycles vibrate. This bike is no different. I only notice it at 63 mph. Because exactly at the speed is when it buzzes the bike. And really only at that speed. It’s not an issue at all.

@realgagnon1203 3 жыл бұрын

@@OregonMotorcycle , thanks for your reply. I currently own a Vulcan 900 and yes it vibrates at high speed. I am in my mid- sixties and looking for a lighter bike. The CBX is more than 200 pounds lighter and even if I add paniers, it won't reach 500 pounds. Looking forward to your next video!

@scottclifford1788 3 жыл бұрын

Valid points that I agree with, except for the keyless. Given that the bike is across the spectrum, I understand about the tires and protective materials being add ons. Anyone else find that they slide too far forward in the seat? I found out on day one that I'd like to fill the low depression in the seat to keep me further back in the seat.

@bernieswonger4780 3 жыл бұрын

I felt the same about the seat My solution, which worked out pretty good,was the seat concepts seat. You order the foam and. choice of cover, or send in your seat pan , and for 25 bucks they will install it. I got the tall, it takes out the dip.

@benvilla3754 2 жыл бұрын

@@bernieswonger4780 where did u get that foam or where do u send it to get it installed?

@michaelsupple6081 4 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to your abs switch video.

@OregonMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

Me too:) Its going to be lil pricey to get the parts and Im not 100% it'll work, but Im optimistic.

@marks938 3 жыл бұрын

Think Rally Raid may do a ABS switch....Maybe

@rigbertstein103 Ай бұрын

Just watched this, totally agree on what you said about the dislikes. One other thing i thought would be spoked wheels. Like you, I wanna take this bike off road whenever i feel like it. I could probably disagree about the tyres, because so many people have a different preference to tyres, but at least have the wheels for better off road use, doesn't matter too much about the wheels if you just ridevl the bike on the road. Because it is a mini Africa or adventure bike spoked wheels would support that more, in my opinion. Great review thanks

@rocketrollsvlogs7625 4 жыл бұрын

Whenever I see those 5 things i hate titles, i always cringe. But I really liked this. I agree the ABS switch is minor and I imagine they will do it. I think the suspension is a compromise, as are the tires. Most people who know the difference can always easily make those changes. I bought new tires in the first three months. I have the Pirelli Scorpion Trail II, but I really love how they handle in the rain and in the city streets. The hugger would be nice but I really wish there was a larger storage under the seat. They have made lots of improvements over the years with no real cost increase. So maybe the switch and hugger are coming.

@OregonMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I really love this bike and look forward to an updated version whenever that might be. 😂. In the meantime, I’ll be riding the heck out of mine!

@oldmanhobbies9554 4 жыл бұрын

You know what I really find odd... is that they DID put an ABS switch on the 250L, but not this bike... so Honda already has the parts... Maybe next year. :)

@OregonMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

OldManHobbies so does the AT. And I have a good feeling the AT switch fits the block out I showed in the vid. I plan to buy the AT switch and install it in that location.

@manuel4050 4 жыл бұрын

What about the vibrations at 5 r.p.m.? I have observed that there are owners who complain about this.

@OregonMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

It does buzz a lil bit around 60-63 mph. It really is no big deal.

@stevetaylor8698 3 жыл бұрын

@@OregonMotorcycle Is that in 6th gear?

@10njbytes40 4 жыл бұрын

I'm looking to downsize from a CBR1000 to a 500X. I need something that will keep me out of jail! I want something upright and just a mild amount of power. Nice details on the tires and rear hugger. I plan on being on the street 100% of the time. What street tire works best on this bike? Subscribed.

@OregonMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

10NJ BYTES thank you! I would look at the Michelin Pilot Road 4 Trail Tires. Those would be a great option for this bike if your riding the road only. The trail part just means they come in “adv” sizes. I sold my CBR 600rr to get this bike.

@harleycross4170 3 жыл бұрын

See several downsizing to this bike. I came off an FZ1 and was concerned I may be disappointed at losing 100hp. But, it’s no slouch and as you say “keeping me out of jail” lol.

@marks938 3 жыл бұрын

A more controllable right hand would do it. It's the rider not the bike that gets you in trouble

@marks938 3 жыл бұрын

A more controllable right hand would do it. It's the rider not the bike that gets you in trouble

@trekkydelirium-vroom5821 4 жыл бұрын

I still like my 2017 CB500X. I know that the 2019 is really nicely improved. But i still dream of a future CB650X.

@OregonMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

Trekky Delirium I think a lot of people do;).

@xx-bg2dj 4 жыл бұрын

NC750X perhaps?

@briantheminer 4 жыл бұрын

Great info thanks, thinking of buying I’ve never been up that way but surprisingly the trees, buildings, road junctions look European, strange

@OregonMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

Ha ha. I sometimes feel like I’m in Europe somewhere riding my small Moto in the rain;)

@briantheminer 4 жыл бұрын

Oregon Motorcycle oh it certainly rains here in South Wales 😂

@alexdieudonne1924 Жыл бұрын

I find the foot gear lever too small

@sgsuper1150 Жыл бұрын

Europe has laws for either linked brakes or ABS. They would put a switch on a off road model but not for road bikes.

@MSaMYu1 4 жыл бұрын

Got my CB500X 2019 ABS... Awesome Bike!

@1993nep 4 жыл бұрын

i have the same bike but in white the thing i don't like is the wind buffering of the screen at the front but still a nice bike nice video

@OregonMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

NEP GAMING I don’t really have an issue with that although I have a lot of people mentioning it. Have you raised your windshield? They also make a larger one that would be great for highway travel. Thanks!

@malcaithness9889 4 жыл бұрын

Alright guy's here's my $5 USD fix.Set your screen on max height.Loosen all windscreen screws.Cut the round rubber grommet from a rubber bungee cord ie the piece that is 15mm thick & has the eyelet of the hook passing thru it. Remove the existing top windscreen bolts.Pack the top screws behind the screen with the new "packers"& rescrew the top bolts with new stainless m5 X 25mm bolts, tighten existing bottom screws. Effectively you've changed the forward cant of the screen. I'm 190 cm tall & problem is"that" solved that my HJC RPHA 70 helmet visor now stays open at 110 kmh, noise reduction etc etc. Don't whinge about my ride, just make it better.Don't talk to me about my new EVO 1 clutch & brake levers, just lost the trainer wheels.😝 My new rear tyre, Pirelli GT Angel 2 feels like Velcro on the road.Waiting till I retire to the bush to awaken it's off road capabilities with 50/50 rubber blades.That's a new adventure. Seriously this bike " is what it is" & it's fricken dope.Stay safe & enjoy the adventure. p.s. my 2019 cb500x is black & it's a chick magnet.😜.Agree about the 650 tho.

@Geo_Okami 4 жыл бұрын

Yup i agree with all 5 things you mentioned especially suspension and rear huger.. I would like to add 6 thing if cb500x is to stay cb500x not cb650x and that is 16t sprocket right from the get go ofc calibrated with speedometer..That first gear is short and useless in many cases unless you want to rev the crap out of it

@OregonMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

valsorimcijas I’ve thought about installing the 16 tooth, but I feel it will hurt the top speed in 6th gear. The bike is really slow from 85mph to 100. Installing the 16 would make this area worse.

@king1ny 4 жыл бұрын

Get rid of the X grip and get the quadlock handle bar mount quick release.So much easier and more stable😎👍

@OregonMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve looked at those. I like the RAM mount because you can use your own case.

@king1ny 4 жыл бұрын

Oregon Motorcycle I had the exit mount the rubber tips fall out all the time.I still use my own case but when I get on the bike I switch the case.So much easier when you just twist and lock and it's in there solid.It has a quick release blue tab.Guarantee once you try it you'll never go back to the ram mount.It does use the ram 1 inch ball.Mounted on the handle bar or mirror.Enjoy👍😎

@onanysundrymule3144 4 жыл бұрын

Sir, I'm liking everything about the channel ...... except the g'damn high beam! Kind regards.

@OregonMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

On Any Sundry Mule 😂.

@xx-bg2dj 4 жыл бұрын

ABS switch is a problem in countries that REQUIRE ABS to qualify a bike for learners permit.

@OregonMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

Ya true.

@ripmax333 3 жыл бұрын

but i think it can be done on the CB500X, if I'm not mistaken rally raid had an option DIY switch or a quick google search might tell you how to do it.

@michaelscott9773 3 жыл бұрын

Sorry but you are digging really deep to find faults- Yes putting aftermarket add on's makes it the bike we want-a centre stand is a must on any bike- I've had quite a few Honda bikes and most have to be upgraded- but that's the choice we have- to upgrade or not- thanks for sharing.

@Adrian7i7 3 жыл бұрын

All adjustable suspension is available on the KTM 390 Adventure which costs about the same or less money. Just saying! Nice video :)

@jeffferguson899 3 жыл бұрын

but then you are sacrificing honda quality and reliability. the KTM will have many issues over time

@I_Santos_ 3 жыл бұрын

@@jeffferguson899 That’s true. But it wouldn’t kill Honda to step it up a little bit and out do KTM not only with quality, but also match their features. At least as an option for a cost.

@davidwitmer7251 3 жыл бұрын

@@I_Santos_ I considered the KTM when I bought my 2021 CBX, but researched that particular model and already saw plenty of early problems. And you could argue the Honda has it beat with a larger, smoother powerplant, larger gas tank, better weather protection, etc. To me the KTM was the more "fun" offroad oriented small ADV bike and the Honda is the more refined, mature, eat a lot of miles on street or dirt roads type of gig.

@I_Santos_ 3 жыл бұрын

@@davidwitmer7251 I think for me it also would boil down to that heart vs brain situation. I think I would also go with my brain and make the smarter choice.

@broncosauer6006 3 жыл бұрын

OHLINS suspension maybe?

@OregonMotorcycle 3 жыл бұрын

Ya that would be nice;)

@johnbaker7626 3 жыл бұрын

The water pump failed on my 2020 model after 1000 miles!!

@OregonMotorcycle 3 жыл бұрын

😳

@marks938 3 жыл бұрын

That's the first bad thing I've heard about those bikes. How much damage did it cause? & what was Honda's response?

@johnbaker7626 3 жыл бұрын

Took it back to the dealers and they couldn’t find anything wrong!! They couldn’t explain the coolant loss and obviously didn’t look at the weep hole in the water pump. (Which I told them about). The engine can run on idle all day and the weep hole will be dry. Take the bike out for a run and the weep hole is wet. I will just have to wait until it fails completely. Doesn’t bode well for a few days away on it!! Apart from that I love the bike. I may write to Honda Uk and see what they think. Maybe I should have spent a bit more cash and bought a Tenere 700.

@MoSportsUSA 2 жыл бұрын

As I'm watching and listening, I'm also trying to understand why you're not utilizing your center lane dry sections and also why you're riding so close to the center line. Interesting content, otherwise.

@OregonMotorcycle 2 жыл бұрын

Check these vids out. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qJujaseks7SymXk.html

@OregonMotorcycle 2 жыл бұрын

kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Y96beLacvbKnmIU.html

@VinceVideo53 4 жыл бұрын

My Grom came with a hugger, the 750x didn't. You look like you are getting better wear on your tires than I am. Maybe because I usually carry more weight , the bike itself being heavier and I carry a top case and various loads.

@OregonMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

Vance Smith could be. I honestly can’t wait to get some new tires, but I’m waiting til after my Redwood trip.

@jimzouri 3 жыл бұрын

One more thing.. It has no outside temperature measurement..!!! You are HONDA damn it...!!! 🤔😩

@Anony797 4 жыл бұрын

Hello, how tall you are?

@OregonMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

5'-8"

@as-ls4zf 3 жыл бұрын

@@OregonMotorcycle do you flat foot?

@OregonMotorcycle 3 жыл бұрын

@@as-ls4zf no.

@as-ls4zf 3 жыл бұрын

@@OregonMotorcycle tks for the reply. Cheers

@amdomag 3 жыл бұрын

6th: High center of gravity.

@8meadrise 3 жыл бұрын

Right you are. Adding a bashplate and engine guard and engine guard mounted small bags helps.

@bobwampler3387 4 жыл бұрын

Say it isn’t so!😭😭😭

@andrewpeak5658 4 жыл бұрын

Dig that background music.

@phuketbungalowinfo2757 4 жыл бұрын

1. Fix your f. Phone higher on the screen, there is plenty of space, its not a chopper where keylocks are on side 2. ABS Switch agreed but i can live with it 3. good point, i just dont know if the viscosity will change something really 4. Just buy the tyre you like 5.. was too lazy to listen anymore.... you dont use HATE in one sentence with my beloved CB500X ...sry, no like..

@OregonMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

PhuketBungalow Info thanks.

@atakd Жыл бұрын

Riding with main beam on is selfish. It dazzles other drivers even in daytime.

@toby621 4 жыл бұрын

you are nit picking if you dont like them little things why did you by it

@greeneking77 3 жыл бұрын

go back to sckool

@grumpysprout3505 3 жыл бұрын

Keyless on a budget bike .....get real!

@OregonMotorcycle 3 жыл бұрын

For real?

@sugarnads 3 жыл бұрын

Dunlop sucks. Car. Bike. Doesnt matter. They blow chunks

@OregonMotorcycle 3 жыл бұрын

I thought they made some of the best MC tires.

@sugarnads 3 жыл бұрын

@@OregonMotorcycle michelin or pirelli mate. I cant wait to wear out the dungplops on my Z900 (while i hate em i am not made o money lol).

@andrewlambert4934 3 жыл бұрын

The bike is made in Thailand, so come on.. what do you expect

@nickthebig 4 жыл бұрын

you talk too fast lol :(

@OregonMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

nick the big sorry, Try listening faster 😂

@nickthebig 4 жыл бұрын

@@OregonMotorcycle sorry i entered your channel. it will not happen again

@stevehunter7402 3 жыл бұрын

So.... umm..... guys.... like. Try to quit using these words when presenting anything. Good luck.