this is a re hash of the venerable CB500X, the 2024 NX 500 has had a mild make over without spoiling the original concept. #theloftybiker #damerells #hondamotorcycles #NX500 #bikers
Passed my DAS in December 23. I bought this bike brand new for my first bike. Did my DAS on the Yamaya NT07I’m 6ft 2 19 stone. This bike is very comfortable, sounds great, plenty of torque and fast enough for me as a new rider. I’ve done 1300 miles and loving it. Approximately £20 to fill her up. Brand new bike, heated grips, wing deflection, main stand, black smoked screen and 12v attachment for £7,200. Great on the motorways, around town and twisty roads. It’s very comfortable and I did my first big ride from Manchester to Whitby in one go and felt fine doing it on this bike. If you are new to riding or experienced rider this is a great bike. It’s not going to pull your arms out your socket but personally I prefer comfort to speed. The tft screen is fantastic in all weather conditions. Very smooth clutch and bright led lights all around. Double disk break that gives you that confidence in breaking. Overall great bike, fun and feels well balanced on all roads. Can’t wait for spring /summer..
Hello from India! I have booked this in White way back in Jan! Delivery will be in May. Will be test riding it tomorrow! Can't wait! Thanks for the vote of confidence!
Thanx! Pros: Its a Honda Apperence Gps mounting bar Tubeless Cons: No Honda wingbadge again No airtemprature indicator again To naked out of the box The Power Of Dreams ❤
The wife and I have the 2019 cb500x very happy do it all bike commute to work touring in Tasmania my crash bars will probably fit right on this bike just needs a centre stand and some luggage. Job done.
Nice bike lofty but you didn't list one of its best points, it hasn't got one of those dreaded beak things which seem to appear on so many bikes these days, they look awful.
Had a CB500 wayback. Loved that bike. Probably still the same engine 25yrs later? 58bhp I think. Right now they fall between the cracks of not A2 and too low power for A class licences. I'd love a spin on the new 500s.
I sold my Triump 900 Rally Pro it was a disaster of a bike so i have now ordered the Honda 500 NX hope it is better :=) And the Honda would be in my hands in maybe ca 2 weeks from today
Fingers crossed, they all make the occasional Friday bike! Good thing is that the NX is fairy old tech.. Not overcomplicated with faff you don't need.....thanks for watching
I do like lofty's reviews they are very informative I would like his opinion on what this and most of the the other bikes he reviews are like on longer say around 30 mile runs on motorways and what they woul dbe like to ride if you were to venture over a 70 a bit has the bike got anything left if you are stretching 70. Don't forget you are doing about 70 when your speedo says 75. I'd love to know what else he has in that back pack he always seems to wear, apart from the tripod.
@@socairnone5550 we don't actually have a motorway in Cornwall, only the A30 and A39 which are dual carriageways. These 2 roads are heavily Policed and so is CZcams!....most of the new bikes released lately have been small upto 800cc, not many with a screen either. None really high speed motorway Cruisers........(sorry I really do dislike motorways and go out of my way to avoid them😉) As for my Kriega back pack...cameras, mics, batteries, mounts and tripod.....thanks for watching
@@theloftybiker3090 Thanks for your reply I appreciate it. I had already looked at the map and did know about your lack of local motorways. Im no lover of using them either. But sometimes have to. I was referrring to reviewers in general not covering motorway performance. Most dealers it seems seldom allow enough test ride time for most people on test rides to get in some time and distance on motoways and it woul dbe nice to get an exoerienced reviewers input on this. keep up the reviews I think they are great.
@@socairnone5550 I actually got to ride a big bike yesterday...the 2.5cc Rocket 3r 😉 I do still have my arms, they are just a little longer .....😅 ....keep on watching 👍
Hi, How did you find getting your foot under the gear lever? I wear TCX hero boots that have quite a deep sole/tread with a heel ( i. e. Not flat sole) and found it difficult to get my toes under the lever to up shift.?
Thanks for watching...Purple Panda in the helmet and DJI mic1 for walk rounds and intros......I am very impressed with the DJI mic1, works well even in wind.
@@theloftybiker3090 Seems the cable for Purple Panda is about 150cm, how do you fit the cable in the helmet? :) I had a microphone which had a good quality but I always had issue with the cable.
@@Heyletsfindout yes all Levalier mics are the same.....the cable is tucked up within the helmet liner. Never really had a problem. I have 2 helmets set up, a Scorpion and Xlite...probably say Scorpion has the best sound....vents taped off of course.
Almost certainly, however, they key work is almost! Google the part numbers for the old bike and compare them to the new. There's several Honda bike parts type websites out there.
Im only 5'6" and sat on one of these in a showroom, i could still reach the floor but it was a stretch , still want to try one out however after seeing your review of the 500 hornet may have to look out for one of those to try as it's a little lower. Good to see the motor feels similar in both and it really is just small differences which you would expect with the styling.
4-5000 revs then change ? - i have been riding a 2022 cb500x for coming up to 2 years now (I have a full license but like lightweight bikes) - disagree - great little engine revs freely to 6000 and it remains in power band - over 6500 begins to run out of puff
It was brand new zero miles fresh out of the crate, I was being sympathetic to the engine. It was requested not to exceed 5k revs......once run in these engine are a great thash....thanks for watching
Hi Rick....I am in Cornwall, England my review vids are always in the UK. The clocks show MPH........70 MPH is the UK's national speed limit. 100mph equates to 160.9 KPH.....thanks for watching
honda i want to tell u something after riding my hole life on a Honda i have had 2 my last honda i still ride 97 goldwing and over 200,miles and no sign of stopping ,i want to buy a adventure bike and i have a couple of requirements, one it has to have a shaft driven bike and two it has to have mag wheels no tubs ,and it would be perfect with a little wind shield ,, thanks for lessoning to me ramble on ,,,have a good day
The CB500X has been in the Honda range since 2013 and is classed has having a medium seat height. It is suitable for people with a wide range of leg lengths......thanks for watching
Passed my DAS in December 23. I bought this bike brand new for my first bike. Did my DAS on the Yamaya NT07I’m 6ft 2 19 stone. This bike is very comfortable, sounds great, plenty of torque and fast enough for me as a new rider. I’ve done 1300 miles and loving it. Approximately £20 to fill her up. Brand new bike, heated grips, wing deflection, main stand, black smoked screen and 12v attachment for £7,200. Great on the motorways, around town and twisty roads. It’s very comfortable and I did my first big ride from Manchester to Whitby in one go and felt fine doing it on this bike. If you are new to riding or experienced rider this is a great bike. It’s not going to pull your arms out your socket but personally I prefer comfort to speed. The tft screen is fantastic in all weather conditions. Very smooth clutch and bright led lights all around. Double disk break that gives you that confidence in breaking.
Overall great bike, fun and feels well balanced on all roads. Can’t wait for spring /summer..
It's a well balanced alrounder....thanks for watching
I love your videos, I really like your narrative style - find them so easy to watch. Keep producing them.
thank you so much...spread the word...
Such a great vid, really enjoyed it! Getting this next month - first bike. Cheers
great bike...thanks for watching
Hello from India! I have booked this in White way back in Jan! Delivery will be in May. Will be test riding it tomorrow! Can't wait! Thanks for the vote of confidence!
Thank you for watching
Thanx!
Pros:
Its a Honda
Apperence
Gps mounting bar
Tubeless
Cons:
No Honda wingbadge again
No airtemprature indicator again
To naked out of the box
The Power Of Dreams ❤
Yes it was very much a name chane over a re-design.....thanks for watching
great vid mate, getting mine next week, cheers
lucky boy....thanks for watching
Thankx for nice review.
thank you for watching
Pleased to watch that...just ordered one yesterday!
exellent chioce...thanks for watching
Yes, looks great in white!!! Thank you.........Sal : ).
Thank you for watching
Great review. I've not ridden for 5 years. I do like the NX500. I think it might be the bike to get me back on 2 wheels 😊..
so do I....glad you enjoyed it...thanks for watching
Interesting 😊
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The wife and I have the 2019 cb500x very happy do it all bike commute to work touring in Tasmania my crash bars will probably fit right on this bike just needs a centre stand and some luggage. Job done.
thanks for watching
Nice bike lofty but you didn't list one of its best points, it hasn't got one of those dreaded beak things which seem to appear on so many bikes these days, they look awful.
A Suzuki trait the beak....The old Dr Big had a huge one....No Honda do go there 😁
Nice review, and very useful for me (being the same size as you).. Thank you!
PS is that metallic white color or ?
yes it's the white....thanks for watching
Good honest bike
it certainly is ....thanks for watching
Had a CB500 wayback. Loved that bike. Probably still the same engine 25yrs later? 58bhp I think.
Right now they fall between the cracks of not A2 and too low power for A class licences.
I'd love a spin on the new 500s.
Go review one ASAP....thanks for watching
@@theloftybiker3090 will do
I sold my Triump 900 Rally Pro it was a disaster of a bike so i have now ordered the Honda 500 NX hope it is better :=) And the Honda would be in my hands in maybe ca 2 weeks from today
Fingers crossed, they all make the occasional Friday bike! Good thing is that the NX is fairy old tech..
Not overcomplicated with faff you don't need.....thanks for watching
Great video, I wonder what wind is like on the dual carriageway at 70? Cheers
see 18:19 for dual carriageway way riding..I found the screen to be very effective...thanks for watching
Hey there lofty you are having great time on the n x 500 do you like it more than the hornet or are they both equal
At 6'5'' tall....it's the NX every time for me Duane...thanks for watching
I do like lofty's reviews they are very informative
I would like his opinion on what this and most of the the other bikes he reviews are like on longer say around 30 mile runs on motorways and what they woul dbe like to ride if you were to venture over a 70 a bit has the bike got anything left if you are stretching 70.
Don't forget you are doing about 70 when your speedo says 75.
I'd love to know what else he has in that back pack he always seems to wear, apart from the tripod.
@@socairnone5550 we don't actually have a motorway in Cornwall, only the A30 and A39 which are dual
carriageways. These 2 roads are heavily Policed and so is CZcams!....most of the new bikes released lately have been small upto 800cc, not many with a screen either. None really high speed motorway Cruisers........(sorry I really do dislike motorways and go out of my way to avoid them😉)
As for my Kriega back pack...cameras, mics, batteries, mounts and tripod.....thanks for watching
@@theloftybiker3090 Thanks for your reply I appreciate it. I had already looked at the map and did know about your lack of local motorways. Im no lover of using them either. But sometimes have to.
I was referrring to reviewers in general not covering motorway performance. Most dealers it seems seldom allow enough test ride time for most people on test rides to get in some time and distance on motoways and it woul dbe nice to get an exoerienced reviewers input on this.
keep up the reviews I think they are great.
@@socairnone5550 I actually got to ride a big bike yesterday...the 2.5cc Rocket 3r 😉 I do still have my arms, they are just a little longer .....😅 ....keep on watching 👍
Hi, How did you find getting your foot under the gear lever? I wear TCX hero boots that have quite a deep sole/tread with a heel ( i. e. Not flat sole) and found it difficult to get my toes under the lever to up shift.?
No problems with my TCX infinity GTX boots......thanks for watching
thank you , mine won't be here until may wondering where you are with speed in MPH
Thanks for watching I'm down in South West Cornwall, England.
Liked the video. Thought it was england but mph threw me off. Thought you were kph. I like mph better 👍🏻. Lovely place to ride
@@peteryork6910 nope still MPH here in England
Thanks for sharing your experience.
What microphone do you use?
Thanks for watching...Purple Panda in the helmet and DJI mic1 for walk rounds and intros......I am very impressed with the DJI mic1, works well even in wind.
@@theloftybiker3090 Seems the cable for Purple Panda is about 150cm, how do you fit the cable in the helmet? :) I had a microphone which had a good quality but I always had issue with the cable.
@@Heyletsfindout yes all Levalier mics are the same.....the cable is tucked up within the helmet liner. Never really had a problem. I have 2 helmets set up, a Scorpion and Xlite...probably say Scorpion has the best sound....vents taped off of course.
@@theloftybiker3090 Thanks
Thanks for the video, can I use any of CB500x accessories for NX?
Almost certainly, however, they key work is almost! Google the part numbers for the old bike and compare them to the new. There's several Honda bike parts type websites out there.
Like Mick said, they are very similar. It is more of a rebranding than new model. .....thanks for watching
Im only 5'6" and sat on one of these in a showroom, i could still reach the floor but it was a stretch , still want to try one out however after seeing your review of the 500 hornet may have to look out for one of those to try as it's a little lower. Good to see the motor feels similar in both and it really is just small differences which you would expect with the styling.
the venerablbe 500 twin is a uper enging in which ever format....I love it...thanks for watching
4-5000 revs then change ? - i have been riding a 2022 cb500x for coming up to 2 years now (I have a full license but like lightweight bikes) - disagree - great little engine revs freely to 6000 and it remains in power band - over 6500 begins to run out of puff
It was brand new zero miles fresh out of the crate, I was being sympathetic to the engine. It was requested not to exceed 5k revs......once run in these engine are a great thash....thanks for watching
Am I correct to assume that indicated 70 is in kph? Some UK bloggers will say mph which has me confused.
Hi Rick....I am in Cornwall, England my review vids are always in the UK. The clocks show MPH........70 MPH is the UK's national speed limit. 100mph equates to 160.9 KPH.....thanks for watching
Are your speed limit signs in mph also?
Yes....we do not measure in kilometres only Miles here in the UK
@@rickseibel5904 what Country are you in Rick?
@@theloftybiker3090I’m across the pond in the states. Up in the frozen north in North Dakota.
I didn't catch which bike he's reviewing, did he mention it?
Don't really understand what you are saying, but thanks for watching
Do you get vibes on high revs post 120kmhr. how are the vibes
120kph is 75 miles per hour, it's above the UK National speed limit. At 70 mph there are no noticable vibes....thanks for watching
@@theloftybiker3090 does it handle well on corners.
@@rv6569 It's a lovely well balance machine, highly recomended...It is an Honda after all.......
honda i want to tell u something after riding my hole life on a Honda i have had 2 my last honda i still ride 97 goldwing and over 200,miles and no sign of stopping ,i want to buy a adventure bike and i have a couple of requirements, one it has to have a shaft driven bike and two it has to have mag wheels no tubs ,and it would be perfect with a little wind shield ,, thanks for lessoning to me ramble on ,,,have a good day
It's not a lot to ask for....give us the simple things....not 200bhp, keyless and tech we don't need or want....thanks for watching
How do you think a pillion would cope
Fine, but all dependent on your size and the pillions....always try befor you buy...thanks for watching
Like tall people don't have enough fucking choices already.
The CB500X has been in the Honda range since 2013 and is classed has having a medium seat height. It is suitable for people with a wide range of leg lengths......thanks for watching
Plenty of bikes for short arses.