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2015 Honda® CB500X
CB500X - get out thereSometimes the road less travelled is also less paved; don’t let your choice of machine limit your motorcycling travel options. The CB500X allows you to seek adventure in more places with a number of refinements to the base 500 platform that increase its versatility. Longer travel front-suspension, longer wheelbase and greater ground clearance improve its rough road capability while a larger fuel tank, a narrow fairing with adjustable windshield and the super smooth counterbalanced engine help you relax on your journey to the middle of nowhere.
The upright seating position gives you a commanding view of the road ahead and the leverage provided by the wide handlebars enhances your feeling of control. Rounding out the package is an ABS brake system that helps increase confidence on the variety of road surfaces you’re likely to encounter on the CB500X.
Features May Include:
Engine/Drivetrain- The DOHC liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine uses a square bore & stroke of 67 mm x 66.8 mm for an optimum combination of strong low-end torque and horsepower and excellent top-end performance.
- Engine vibration is kept to a minimum by using crank pins phased at 180 degrees and a balancer shaft behind the cylinders, which also contributes to the engine’s compact size.
- In order to maximize air-intake and exhaust efficiency, the profile from the air cleaner through the intake ports to the exhaust pipe was made as straight as possible.
Chassis/Suspension- The lightweight diamond-shaped steel frame was designed to allow a certain degree of yield, which enables it to better respond to changes in the road surface and to transmit just the right amount of feedback to the rider.
- The rear section of the frame was designed to facilitate a seat height of 810 mm, which allows most riders to easily plant their feet on the ground when stopped.
- Wave brake rotors with superlative heat-dissipating qualities are lighter than conventional discs of the same diameter, which help to further reduce the bike’s unsprung weight.
Additional Features- Ergonomics were carefully configured to ensure an unrestricted riding position that allows easy manoeuvring in town, an easy reach to the ground, as well as excellent comfort during long-distance highway trips.
- The CB500X boasts a large 17-litre fuel tank, which combined with the fuel-efficient engine, means excellent range for plenty of riding fun between fill-ups.
- A utility space under the seat accommodates a U-lock, wet weather gear or other items.