Rally Raid CB500X Adventure Build Part 1 of 2
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www.cb500xadventure.com/
www.rally-raidproducts.co.uk/
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The lift used in this video is the "Drag Specialties" narrow lift.
Music:
H.U.V.A. Network- "Distances" (Full Album)
Juan, you give a new meaning to "Foot Pounds of Torque" love the way you use what you got.
That was truly AWESOME - Your patience, levels of knowledge whilst making the video were incredible. Imagine doing that on a racing bike then watching someone toss it down the track.
Yeah! thanks Andrew.
Lots of people put videos on CZcams. Some are good, some are bad, some are dang near unwatchable. Yours, fortunately, are among the best. Great step by step instruction, excellent camera positions, good delivery without looking like you’re trying out to host the Oscars. Just all around top notch. Love Pete as well. Keep up the good work.
Thanks Jim!
Finally after watching this vid two years ago I ordered the lvl2 kit. Should have the kit in a couple days. Going to be a long weekend of wrenching and riding. Thank you for the inspiration Juan.
65BAJA excellent! Keep us posted how it goes, and enjoy the build, it's fun!
Excellent video - clear photography and good commentary - a real pleasure to watch you work. Thanks
I want to thank you for your detailed install of the RR products. I've been tossing around what adventure bike I wanted but none of the existing bikes quite fit the need. Until now...I have no doubt this is the way to go. It will do everything I've been wanting and I already have a line on a good used CB500X. Your videos gave me the confidence to install the RR products myself with the great camera work and down to earth commentary. I hope the big boys pay attention and finally produce a quality mid weight adventure bike with top end parts. Keep up the good work and I just wanted to say thanks for taking the time to make these videos.
BEST Step by step instructions for a motorcycle upgrade I've seen by far amazing, thank you
Good job explaining what you were doing and the camera work was spot on so we could understand what was happening.
giff74 Thanks! the GoPro wide angle works great for detailed close up work like this, just aim up close to your work.
Amazing job on the camera work! Every part clearly seen and explained.
Nice work on the video and explaining what you're doing! I like the CB500x. Thank you!
Really enjoy these videos building and riding your cb500x. Currently building mine and looking forward to riding it all over the Sierra Nevada summer.
Thanks for the videos Juan. They have been very useful. I bought my CB500X mostly because of your videos and am currently installing the RR Level 2 kit.
I have a 2016 CB500X ABS. I ran into an issue when installing the level 2 rear shock. The wheel speed sensor wire would not accommodate the additional suspension travel. Fortunately I noticed this before adding the dent to the muffler otherwise it is likely the wire would have been damaged. I removed the ABS cover and disconnected the wire mount which is on the front of the ABS housing, then I removed the mount from the wire and reinstalled the ABS cover. I recommend doing this after removing the stock shock and before installing the new shock! It is difficult otherwise. I then cable tied the wire to the rear brake line. There is plenty of wire length after removing the intermediate mount.
I found it was easy enough just to add the dent to the muffler on the bike. No need to remove it and you can see exactly where the interference is.
Very tasteful choice in background music. It's something half the people on CZcams don't seem to understand.
+opmike343 Yes! thanks, I really enjoy the music part of video editing...
+opmike343 Needs more dubstep.
I love this video! I was considering a v-Strom, or BMW or the Moto Guzzi Stelvio, but I really want a smaller bike. You gave me ideas how I can build the ideal, for me, adventure bike that isn't some liter plus monster I can't handle.
Hello champ, I'm down under Australia. Out of the 98K views I'm 97K, but my CB500XAdv 99% complete. There is no way I could have done it without vid 1 & 2. I'll be talking about your effort on the trail.
Is there any end to the breadth of things Juan can make interesting? No wonder more than nine million viewers have watched one of his videos!
Great video, watching before I buy my own RR kits. Bought my 2013 CB used earlier this year and am planning to buy the RR wheel and suspension kit once I can find the cash. You mentioned the yoshimura exhaust system, I put that system on my bike this fall, it's a little loud once it first goes on, but there's an included silencer they send you the mutes it pretty well without making it sound like a weed whacker like the stock. Thanks again for the video, can't wait to test out my kit this spring once the snow melts!
This video will be very helpful to anybody who wants to do this upgrade.
You look like a very good mechanic, great job
Meen this is great job and the music is awesome!
Hey! Good job! Scuff up the chrome on the muffler and spray it with high heat flat black stove paint. It will stay quiet but then will match the bike better. :)
IRQ1Conflict Good Idea! Thanks!
Another great DIY install video. Thanks!!!
Great job, looks like you had some help from your young mechanic.
I like your pick in background music. Thank you! keep making videos !
I love you for doing a video with yours details of explanations and the specific posistions of the camera, with the work involved in making each point of view of the camera... I love you man, you didn't know this? Thank you so much, my lord...
+JOSE R. RODRIGUEZ AGUETE Thanks!
"Another happy customer review" lol
+blancolirio mmmmmm.... kisses.
+blancolirio from Spain, kisses.
Very nice adventure kit. Honda should have an option for this kit and it will be a very nice adventure bike. Great post
Well shot. The detailed views are appreciated.
+Eron “Moto-Photo” Iler Thanks! the little GoPro camera works GREAT for this kinda stuff. JB
well presented good info keep it up mate , I have learnt something today
You looked so happy when you where hitting the exhaust😂😂
+Brandon Nakayama Yea!
Very comprehensive good job
Dang your'e hands are clean. Nice install Juan. Hi Pete.
Great Job! You make it all look so straightforward and easy! Looking forward to trying this myself once I get the bike (and the Kit). Oh and yeah, immediately thought of the large round headlight when I saw you remove it! Add a new speedo (maybe off of the FZ07/09 and you would have a fairly "Mad Maxish" looking bike.... Though, the 90's Batman look is good too! ;-)
***** Yea! do it man, let's see what she looks like!
Very good...one mor subscriber from Portugal
This bike is gonna be so cool
White Iris? By the way, I love the torq to spec sound effects. Yes, I've done that before. I enjoy watching your adventure rides too.
a handy tip when loosening tight fasteners
same idea as using the 2 wrenches required to correctly loosen or tighten hydrasulic hose asnd tubing flare nuts etc
on the front axle pinch bolt nut you would treat the slider not stanchion ,trteat it as the second and whichever is best either pulling or pushing opn ther wrench
do it so the 2 are withing 30 degrees or less of each other and you use one force to counteract the other
another important tip even with gloves always open up your hand when first using that great first force required to break loose the fastener ,this is when puishiong the wrench ,because punching sharp metal with your knuckles nevver is fun
Wow that front rotor is huge!
I want a cb500x just so I can put these really nice parts on
I've been starting to look at mid-weight options. My mind went straight to the Tenere 700 if it ever gets here to the US. Had a friend suggest a cb500x w/ rr kit. My guess is that the suspension and added clearance is the largest benefit if you were going to go in stages? Just caught these videos so got a bit to watch. Thanks for sharing !
Great vlog, love the look. Not sure re exhaust mod! Or that kickstand mind. See what next vid shows ;)
Great vids an thankx so much fromUK.
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great job mate thanks
Great job...Thank you
Your is video excellent very good explanation only the last part you hammered the exhaust silencer pipe was not appropriate as per my idea. Rather you could took little time and press it on hydraulic press machine for correct requirement. 👍
When ever I work on my motorcycles I take lots time to do accurately. Golden saying of old proverbs - "Never Rush Hurry. Slow and Steady Wins the Race"
Just pound it out...its only a can ...about to get pounded harder on the trail...;-)
Thanks, my friend.
Great video ..One of the best instructionals I have seen in a long time.....What was the total cost of the kit? .....and how long did it take to get from Rally Raid ?
Thanks.....Keep up the great work !
Subscribed and liked. Waiting on more videos. I want a bike like this. The only way I would get it is if I get the stage 3 for sure I wouldn't have it any other way. I just wonder how reliable this bike actually is. I need to feel like I'm on something reliable when I'm I'm out 150 miles in the middle of nowhere.
That's why you want this Honda. I sold my KTM 690. See CB500X vs KTM 690 video.
Ya know... I'm not a fan of those heavy duty tubes. I've run them a few times and they're more trouble than they're worth.
I found this; they're heavy enough to notice in the handling, They don't resist punctures any better than normal tubes and the kicker... They run hot, like very hot at lower pressures. I've pulled mine apart (to fix punctures) and found that they had been rubbing like crazy and producing a ton of rubber dust. Yes, I use talc...
Oh well, the bike looks great. I sent you a mail, come play with us on Sunday if you can.... I want to ride it.
samtech79 Good point! I'll try regular duty tubes next time and save the weight...
your other video they did it was put on the other side and attached to the caught /saddle bag /rear right foot peg bracket
you could make it easy for yourself if you oxyied off the open end spanner then get a small ally or steel tube/pipe and slide on , ideal to have twice the length of exiting ring spanner . it gives you more leverage , heaps easier less effort
firstly fantastic video's, thank you. I have just purchased RR kit for my CB500x but need to know, what bike jack do you use? I have a aluminium belly pan fitted so thought I would use something similar to yours, but my local garage said I should be using front & rear paddock stands. This does not make sense to me, can you advise?? many thanks, Chris Hudson, UK
Good afternoon, colleague. I watch some of your videos and understand a little, because I'm Brazilian. Congratulations! Do you happen to have a list of accessories you have installed on the CB500x? Here in Brazil, the CB 500 X 2019 model has just been launched and will only arrive at dealers in March 2020. I already intend to buy some parts. I was interested in the triangle that makes the suspension increase. I know it should look good on the road, but what about the city / road, keep the instability? Thanks for listening. hugs.
I enjoyed this much more than I expected, really nice video overall and awesome breakdown of the process step by step. Unfortunately I live in a country with no mountains and hardly any offroad or dirt trails, so I can't justify saving money for a bike/kit like this. I do however love the raw look, and I wonder how the sturdy wheels would look on a cb500f :D That's not a combination you see every day as people (for obvious reasons) tend to go the 500x route for that kind of mods.
Thanks!
Yes, the spoke wheels fit on the F model, makes a great 'scrambler' bike.
just my thoughts exactly. I will probably get the "F" as my first bike, and possibly make that 'scrambler' look for winter driving if need be :)
Yes! contact Rally Raid and see what they've done with their F model scrambler...check out the high pipe too...
I'm building my CB500X right now, I want to know which tires (Shinko Spec) did you use with the stock wheels please !!!! BTW we are gonna start traveling around the country and South America if you want to join us some day! I watch your videos very often, thanks for everything
thank you for this!
Yeah watch that kickstand, I'm thinking it might be a combo of needing a stronger/shorter spring and possibly loosening the bolt just a smidgen. ;)
"Lil bit of spit works just fine..."LOL. you can always go to the kitchen and get soap, you know? LOL
question: when do you use lock-tite? what kinds of things would you recommend it for and say it's not needed for? thanks!
I may have missed this, do you need a longer kick stand now? PS I wish you would use a breaker bar for those tight bolts. Hate to see skinned shins and heels!
For future reference, super Tech silicone spray, which they call just "lubricant," is only $2 a can.
Good afternoon. I’m subscribed to your channel, and I’ve seen this video where you walk on sections off road. Very good! Could you give me tips on the accessories you installed, to make the 500X more appropriate? I live in Brazil, and I used Google translator. I'm sorry for a possible flaw in the text. Obs. The new model (with 19 rim wheels in the front), has just been launched here. I'm going to buy my bike next week. Thank you, Fernando Brandt.
Hi, I have the 2018 Honda CB 500x.. What can I do to make it very loud, straight pipe or slip on?
Amazing!!!!
Really really great camera work, if you ever decide to give up your "day job" you would make a terrific reporter.
Almost 2 years on (# 2) .., What did you do to fix the loose side stand problem ?
Almost 2 years on (#1) ..., did you find a nice 'foldable' aftermarket shift lever to put on this Bike ?
Will the full blown Stage 2 work on a 2016 CB500F model?
Juan, been a regular on your aviation stuff. Looks like you are quite the renaissance man. Are you going to work on a cure for Covid by any chance …
just avoiding it so far...
Great vid. Ominous music.
Power bar and proper sized socket would work better than using your feet on wrenches. Cheaper than an impact and compressor too.
Backyard hand tool job here....no shop tools allowed (lol).
Watching these vids again, now that I've put down a deposit on my CBX. Question... Name and brand of that bike stand/lift? Looks like a perfect little item for the Level III install.
+Stephen Denlinger Drag Specialties Narrow Lift...another neat thing about this stand is your Rally Raid Rear Wheel spanner fits the nut perfectly to lift the bike!
Are the spoke rims comaptible with a cb400x
Great video! Did you go straight to the stage 3 kit?
Hi Juan, how did you fix the loose kickstand issue?
How do you like this bike with the rally raid kit on it? How is it off road?
Hey Sam! Thanks for all the great video! I'm curious...why a Honda 500? Don't you have a KTM 500? Are there advantages for the Honda over the KTM? Keep up the good work. I hope to ride with you up in the hills someday. Mark in Marin
hondas don't break every 6 hours of riding
Thanks Mark! Yes I still have my KTM 350 EXC-F for rides like this...
The 350 has over 7000 miles since new and I have had ZERO issues, still have yet to shim the valves.
czcams.com/video/0TJpjLc_Qeo/video.html
Great video, who makes that scissor jack?
lots of folks -readily available on line.
General question: Why would someone opt for the spoke wheels instead of the cast? Thanks.
strength for off road riding.
@@blancolirio spoked wheels are more likely to be weaker than cast wheels. The reason they're used for off road etc is their ability to take hard hits and reform and not snap/break and ability to be straightened if bent or dinted...flex in the spokes (and rim) adds to the package of being more suited to off road use = bending and deforming without snapping or shattering...
Edgar Bleikur correct.
blancolirio so you dont have abs on the new spoke tire's ride ?
That's correct...non ABS model from stock.
where can i get that jack thanks
That's a lot of explaining you're doing. Got a question. Do you need the 19" front wheel for adventure riding say on the Trans America Trail (TAT)? Also, would you necessarily need more than 6" travel also? Looking to cut costs but be able to do the TAT next year or this year later. First adventure bike btw.
I would highly recommend the full Level 3 for the TAT, including the 19" wheel...the TAT can get pretty gnarly day after day....
I was wanting the 19" front tire, but worried about cornering on road which is where I ride most of the time (90/10 or 80/20% of the time). Maybe i can keep stock tires and rims for normal use and a RR 19" for the TAT, but would like wire wheels for normal use as well since I do some dirt roads normally. But how is the 19" cornering compared to the 17" rim and normal street tires? I plan using a 70/30 or 80/20 tire for normal use fyi. Great videos btw. Most people drone on and I get bored. These videos flow well but not drag out as well. Thanks for darn quick reply!
The 19" works GREAT on the tarmac...more stable, especially in concert with the upgraded suspension.
Sorry to bother you, but is the rear tire a 150/70/17 on a 3.5" rim? I can see it be smaller but it's gong to be taller by 18mm from stock. Do you find those tires taller than OEM at all? I ask because manufactures measurements are different in real world conditions for the consumer on different bikes. I'm planning on level 1 kit only as I have a 28" jeans inseam and 29" inseam with shoes on to ground and 2" more on bike won't work for me safely. I saw your video of KTM vs CB500X and saw you straddle it but I think you have a longer inseam. SO just wondering if those tires will raise bike up over stock OEM in rear. Thanks.
Also, I also ask because OEM is 160/60/17 at least on 2017 models.
10/10
It is a shame the sticker is showing as UPSIDE DOWN on the Active-rate rear shock reservoir .
Great Video , I'm getting a 2016 or 2017 on Dec. for My birthday . Did You order the Kit from a US Dealer ? or Online from outside the US ?
betopro308 you can only get them direct from Rally Raid.
Thanks for replying to my comment , Excellent work and details on your videos
Good afternoon, colleague. I watch some of your videos and understand a little, because I'm Brazilian. Congratulations! Does Vice by chance have a list of accessories you have installed on the CB500x? Here in Brazil, the CB 500 X 2019 model has just been launched and only resellers arrived in March 2020. I already intend to buy some parts. I was interested in the triangle that makes the suspension increase. I know it should look good on the off road, but what about the city / road, keep the instability? Thanks for listening. hugs.
Digging the rally raid version of the bike! looks sick! However i dont like the heavier wheels, 7 pounds to the wheels is a lot!
+MuddierThenMost yes, you can tell the slight difference on road, can't beat 'em off road though.
I bet!
+blancolirio Have you ever ridden a KLR? If so: how would u compare the 2 on and off road from stock and with your rally raid upgrade vs stock KLR? I have been considering a KLR for a while now but I dont ride offroad as much as I would like to so I was thinking Vstrom or 500x
+MuddierThenMost If you don't ride much off road, I would definitely consider the CB500X. It's twin power and modern features far out pace the venerable KLR.
Yes, I had an A model KLR for awhile...GREAT budget, all around adventure bike! I would ride that thing 14 hours a day like in this video...czcams.com/video/ugKip4M6dBs/video.html
If you are not going off road, the V-Strom is a great, fun street bike.
Hey there! I just bought the cb500x 2019 and I am considering buy the Adventure build. After 4 years since you did this video... Do you think it is worth it? Thanks and very useful video! :)
Yes, if you truely want to ride the bike hard on incredible adventures. If its just for casual adventuring, you can do that stock. Are you an accomplished off road rider?
@@blancolirio I have experience on-road only. I am thinking in start off-road with this bike/build because is cheap and looks fun. I won't go to very hard trails probably. Thanks for answers! :)
Is there a KTM that compares to a CB500X? Since you've probably ridden both which one? I am ready to buy and leaning toward the CB.
+smithcw Yes the KTM 690 with a Rally Raid conversion to get the required range is the closest KTM match...but quite a different bike. I'm selling my 690 and keeping the CB.
"selling the 690" says a lot. That might just push me over the edge to a CB. This is the one I have been looking at.. www.ksl.com/index.php?nid=218&cat=144&ad=36447401
Thanks for your great videos and tips! I'll keep watching as long you keep making!
Good Price!
What year is this CB500X?
What is the price tag for that stage 3 kit, if I may ask?
About $3000 U.S. for 'the works'...
nice music :=
Nice job, but what about that imaginary torque wrench?
Which brand do you use for tools?
Craftsman. or anything that works...
That is my dream.....
What rand / Model Tires are on that bike?
Continental TKC's
Those spoke wheels look way cooler.
Do remember how much this all cost?
Which tires are those?
Continental TKC 80s
blancolirio i am thinking about to buy the CB500X or the Suzuki VStrom 650.. The VStrom is more powerfull bike and i think more capable for going with pasenger.. But i like the simplicity of the lines and commuting cuslitys of the Honda.
how much it will cost me all of this modification? half of the price of a new honda cb500x? i just dont see the point?
5* for the video! it was really good, no complain about it :)
Ride one and see...still cheaper than the alternatives...
am selling my Honda CBR250R today.... i have couple of used options. 2007 Suzuki DL650 Vstrom, 2015 Honda NC500X, 2012 NC700X, 2015 NC750X. the wee is the cheapest and have top box and panniers.... what do u sugest? its 1000-2500 euros cheaper then the others?
The weestrom is a good street bike but way too big to take much off road. Depends what you wanna do. If you really want to go seriously off road and still have a great street bike the RRP CB500X is the way to go. (I've tried 'em all). Keep us posted!
i dont think i will do any off road with the bike..... i like a comfy bike that can make tours all over Europe. i think i will go for the wee. tomorrow with a friend if mine i will go to see the condition of the bike if its in good shape i will buy it for sure. i will keep you posted :)
Sounds Good! The wee is a great value in the used bike market today.
I never understood the so called advantage of spoked wheels when there is always a damn inner tube to deal with if there is a damn puncture. I'd rather have a tubeless tire and deal with plugging it. It's simpler and easier to fix .
Is the Best bike ever like That 😨