2022 Honda CB500X - Is it the best one yet?
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- čas přidán 30. 07. 2024
- I was impressed when I reviewed the 2020 Honda CB500x last year, so has the 2022 model pushed things forward? Largely the chassis and bodywork are unchanged, but new suspension, brakes and a few tweaks could make the 2022 CB500X the best one yet?
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00:00 - Intro
00:10 - What's new for 2022?
02:37 - Engine & Performance
05:57 - Suspension & Handling
09:13 - Ergonomics & Controls
13:00 - Offroad
15:13 - Conclusion - Auta a dopravní prostředky
someone please put this engine in a freaking CRF300L Rally.
tree fiddy
After owning a 2016 CB500x for 2 seasons then selling and getting a cb1100 which was a fantastic bike but pretty damn heavy and then now a super fun and clean 2003 883 Harley Im looking at getting another 500x,, they are damn good on fuel, they ride nice and in my opinion , after owning at least 25 bikes over the years since 1983 I believ this Honda is the ultimate swiss army knife of bikes, plenty of power, reliability, easy handling, goes wherever you want and is incredible gas sipper too!
A worthwhile evolution of an already excellent bike. I have a 2017 500X and it does everything pretty well and is incredibly frugal. If reliability and scenic riding is more important than absolute performance I don't think this bike will disappoint any prospective purchaser. Great review......and that green one looks tempting! Cheers.
Yeah that's 2017 is still a badass bike it doesn't matter what they come out with as long as you're happy with your bike that was the baddest bike when it came out & if you still feel like you love it that's what matters. Lol that 2022 is super badass tho. I just got the AT AS huge tho
Quentin "Rampage" Jackson??
This is the 3rd review of yours I've watched. Just found your channel today. You are very thorough and tell me as a fellow rider what I need to know about the bike. Keep up the great work!
Awesome, thank you!
I was just looking up about the bike. Your video came on time, very clear and super helpful!
Glad to hear it!
One of the best reviews for this bike. Well done.
Thank you
Well done review, covers all the bases and then some. Looking forward to this bike hitting the shores in the USA, hopefully in the same green color. Thanks for your well done efforts.
Thanks Lori
Hi Tony, have been riding a 97 CB500 for a couple of years now and don't miss the excessive power or weight of bigger bikes.
I'm now a fan of the benefits of the smaller bikes, especially the fuel economy!
I have always thought the CB500X would suit me well and after this review I need to book that test ride today! Thanks for a good, honest review and potentially damaging my bank balance! 😄
Ha! no problem, enjoy the test ride!
Been looking for a decent review of this bike. Of the hundreds of videos out there this is easily the best one yet. Well done.
Wow, thanks!
You’re my favourite reviewer hands down, loved the fog horn leg horn bit😂
Thanks Steve! It was the first thing that I thought of when I watched the footage back 😂
Top of the Line review! I have been eagerly waiting here in the states to get my hands on one of these, and your review is one of the first two comprehensive reviews that haven't come from the press tour launch. Both of you have raved the bike, which makes me even more excited to get it. Now all thats left is to wait through this horribly long winter.
Thanks, I have turned down a couple of press launch invites. Its means I'm not in the first group to get the reviews out, but i'd rather spend more time riding on roads that I know to get a feel for the bike and how it compares to others.
@@mancavemoto
What would you say was your biggest surprise about the bike?
been a follower for while, and you sir deserve more followers. great content and more power to you.
Thank you, I appreciate that!
Excellent review mate. I had a 2017 and loved it. Now I want this 2022...and in that green..looks awesome. It's everything I need in a bike, and I've had a few. Take care and ride safe everyone..love from NZ
Cheers
That was a great review, casual, relaxed, not in your face, unbiased opinion. Thanks so much.🤩
Thank you
What a great review. Many thanks. I have a 2017 CB500 X and I love it, so I am sure I will be getting one of these, when the time comes.
Thank you!
Nice comprehensive review. I'm seriously looking at one of these now, especially in light of current fuel costs...
Glad it was helpful!
Great review mate. Thank you. I’m going to order one. 👍
Cheers, Hope you enjoy it!
Thank you for an in depth and very watchable review. Confirmed my plans to get the 2022 model.😊
No problem!
Thank you Tony for your honest and important review for me. I now have the cb 500 x 2020 and i am considering switching to the new model. The 2020 is excellent, except for a few small things. The adjustments to the 2022 model, and your positive response to it, are the deciding factor for me to buy the new model. Unfortunately, there is no test bike available ( cb 500 x )here in the Netherlands, so I am very grateful for your review. Safe travel . Cheers Joep
Thanks Joep, Glad I could help.
Yet again a well pitched review with just enough detail without labouring any points.
Thanks
You know personally I wish Honda would put a 650 or 750 engine in this bike 70 odd horsepower ..
Yes I'm waiting for the new Africa twin .
But this CB 500 is a real winner 🏆.
Thanks for the great overview. I am not a tall person, and let's be honest, I'm getting up in years. I've been going back and forth with several options and your video has helped me settle on the CB500X. The only problem now is finding one available to buy.
Glad it was helpful!
Great test ride and review! Best I’ve seen on this model. I hope that green is available when they come to the States!
Thanks Ed
Great review, nice description of all the options
Thanks
I just bought this bike today, in the pearl green color!! It will be delivered next week. It's so beautiful!!! I haven't ridden it yet, as there is snow on the ground here today in Western Pennsylvania, but I did sit on the bike on the showroom floor. The ergonomics seem really good and it fits me well. I've heard some other people say that the footpegs are positioned very far rearward. I did not find this to be the case at all, and in fact my leg positioning was very comfortable. Great review, and I am soooo looking forward to receiving mine!!
Cheers=, I hope you enjoy your new bike
Lots of good info that I didn’t hear on other reviews. Thanks from Washington State!
Glad it was helpful!
Nice review ! I have to say I think this bike is ideal ! Honda has addressed the areas of improvement in the front and rear suspension , dual front disk brakes , and better radiator , tubeless lighter cast aluminum wheels , updated engine mapping and more rigid swing arm ?! Wow ! And yet it’s only 100£ more than the previous model ? Incredible value for the money !
Great all around dependable, practical, functional very capable bike . Love the green 👍👍
Thanks it is indeed a great value bike
One of My personal favorite motorcycles of all time
Great review this next spring going to buy another bike your review brings the 500 X into the picture
Thanks Joe
Great review. Had one in 2014, just ordered the 2023 version as I always regretted selling it. Had much bigger bikes since but this really is the perfect balance of everything you actually need.
Thanks, yep sometimes less is more
Thanks for a very good review 👍🦘
No problem
Great review, you pretty much nailed it. Thanks. My 500X is being delivered today.
Cheers, enjoy your new bike!
Great, thorough review! Keep 'em coming Brother!....... just got another sub.
Awesome, thank you!
Really good review! I just ordered mine, cant wait to get it! :)
Hope you enjoy it!
Can I join others in thanking you for an excellent, informative and balanced review? I think that this update shows that Honda are listening to their customers and the improvements will probably mean that it will sell more units than ever! Probably best to get your order in now if you want one for the next riding season!
Glad it was helpful!
Yeah I think you hit the key point right there "Honda are listening to their customers".
I'm looking for a new bike this spring, primarily for commuting to work and some local short range riding and the occasional 300 mile day rides. This great review has sparked my interest in this bike for me, it seems quite capable.
Thanks
Excellent review it’s very rare to find someone who actually shows you not just a bike the ride but also shows us the screen that we’re gonna be looking at it know what we need to know about what the bike is doing the speed and gas is a need to know in my opinion and the gear as also great to know
Thanks
This is the Carlsberg of CB500X reviews, Tony. So much valuable info packed into so little time & such an interesting narrative - top job! Only things it needs are a fenda extender & a hugger, as it looks pretty mucky, plus whatever accessories you fancy - centre stand, USB port, heated grips etc. Even then it's still a bargain. I'll take a black one, please.
Wow, high praise indeed, thanks Hugh, much appreciated
Don't forget the side stand foot
@@mancavemoto good review.. BUT.. when did your test ride become a 4 cylinder.. special edition 🤔.. also 199kgs ISN'T not heavy.. its near enough as heavy as the T700 & half the power.. itchy boots has also "upgraded" to a .. cbf300.. whats that telling us.. the cb500x is just a rebadged cb500f that was a total failure.. Honda has missed the boat on this one.. even the Honda NT650 Bros v twin was markedly lighter @ 165kg with a LOT more power & a stronger frame.. a MUCH better candidate foundation than the cb500 TWIN
Thanks, but 4 cylinder special edition ?!?, what are you on about? Noraly is riding a CRF300 Rally to be precise, and thats because she wanted a lighter bike. They still make the CB500F so this is a different layout on the same platform, not just a rebadge, and I think they’ve sold a hell of a lot of them.
@@mancavemoto forgiven.. your accent.. @ 2:10 "the same 471 engine" sounds like four cylinder one engine.. again at 10mins.. they are a sweet little engine but.. the bikes still way too heavy especially when makers of parallel twins say theyre easier to make lighter than V twins.. & Hondas own 90's eara VT650 Bros were 165kgs.. where's advancement gone with Honda.. cb500 hasn't been a seller down under either Aus or NZ nor US from reviews there.. didn't you find the muffler interfered with your heel standing riding off road? pegs could be forward just a little.
Great review, thanks! Subbed 🙂 I told the owner of the school where I'm learning to ride that I was thinking of getting a CB500X and he immediately tried to argue for me to go bigger capacity. But I think it seems like a great first bike for so many reasons. Your review only reinforces that for me.
Thanks for the sub! yep its a great bike and not only for new riders!
As ever Tony, a really comprehensive review. I think the rally raid version could be a corker.
Cheers Adrian, yep i think so too
A good one! You sold me. Excellent presentation!
Glad you liked it!
Amazing Review, the best so far 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
Thank you!
Great video. Love your review style.
Much appreciated!
Thanks for the review!
No problem
Nice thorough review
Thanks!
Great Review well done! Might go and buy one!!!
Cheers
Great review, thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Greetings,
As always another fantastic detailed video 🇺🇸🍾🎉🇺🇸 thanks for the nice ride.
Keep producing more videos.
Thank you, many more to come!
i owned four of these and enjoyed each one .everyone had improvements over the previous years. first was a black one when 1st introduced,then a red.then a silver,and last one a white with the larger front wheel. i have a leg problem now but would recommend them 100 percent.
But why would you own 4 of the same bike? Were you having any problems with the bikes you owned?
Yeah I'm also interested in what the reasons were for owning so many.
@john bellamy Expecting an honest reply from you, bruh.
That’s nice to hear. Probs on pcp which would explain the regular changes.
Excellent review sir 👌
Cheers
Good review. Thanks
Nice. I love that green pearl color is awesome. I have a 2014 that is really just a street machine. But I am VERY tempted to get the new one. The size is perfect for what I use a motorcycle for anyways. Nice video. Thanks for the efforts.
Cheers Kyle, glad you liked it
Very well done review.
Thanks for watching
Excellent review, thanks
Thanks for watching!
I was against having running indicators for the same fear you have. But I have since seen them on couple occasions in oncoming traffic (day and night) and they work wonders. At day you don't mistake it at all and at night they make you instantly aware that it is a motorcycle coming your way. I'm all for it especially the way honda does it.
Good feedback thanks, i've still yet to encounter any problems, so maybe its just in my head?!
It helps a lot with giving distance/speed perspective, too. Though it's even more important here in NA where all vehicles have orange corner lights at night so people are used to looking for white/orange, but a lot of bikes only have white lights here.
@@Thirsty_Fox Hi there. Australian here. I still find the North American standard of having orange lights permanently illuminated really strange. I live in Chile now, where there are a mix of vehicles from all over the world. The American cars still confuse me, I have to look for a bit longer because I can't tell if it's an indicator or a driving light. My preference is the Australian standard where orange lights are ONLY set to flash, never stay on permanently. Not saying it's better, just what I'm used to.
Thanks for a well put together review Tony, You showed what a capable bike this is. Makes we wonder if it’s enough bike for most scenarios? Good price, probably solid residuals and real world fun to ride. Or for well over double the price you can have the Pan American. Is it twice the bike? 😀 Cheers
Cheers Peter, I think it might just be. I rode it back to Honda last week, 100 miles of motorway speeds and it did in perfect comfort. two up with luggage might be a different story of course.
Excellent review.
Thanks
Hello, I picked up my 2021, last year, only have 1100 kms on it, looking at changing up to this '22 model, given I'll take a hit with depreciation the upgrades and the new red color I really like. And little things like the flash to pass switch it now also. And the HISS has been added. I like hearing you noticed an improvement in the front suspension.
Great review 👏
Thank you!
Thanks MCM. Great job. Good info. Liked & subscribed.
Thank you
Great 👍 review thank you 😊 looks tempting 😀
Cheers
Great positive review. I feel your enthusiasm. This bike just gets better and better although I thought the last model which didn’t last long (was it a year ?) ticked all the boxes. I hope Honda in Milton Keynes have a demo so I can give it a try.
Thanks Jonathan, not sure what you mean about the last model? It did tick all the boxes, but the changes for the 2022 MY push it on further. I hope you get a chance to test ride one
I think they went to the large front wheel in 2019 and then updated it again a year or so later.
Great review of a great little machine
Thanks 👍
Great review thanks Tony. I've been looking at the 2021 (or older) for and adventure trip but I think the 2022 is worth the extra $$$. Cheers, Ray.
Cheers Ray
Nice looking bike and good sound of the enhine!
Agreed!
Top review Tony
Thanks Ian
Nice bike, hopefully they release a new Transalp model soon, the 500 would be a little underpowered for me but a 750cc 80hp plus transalp would suit me fine, I don't need the 1100cc of the Africa twin. Great review.
I think the 750 motor from the NC would work well in a middleweight Transalp. Cheers
Good review !!
Thanks
Very good review.👍
Thanks! 👍
Yeah the wife and I have the 2019 models and have done two tours of Tasmania brilliant bikes no drama,when it’s time to change will upgrade to the new model for sure ,
Thanks for the info Malcolm
Great review thank you as I am about to buy one from my local Hoda dealer
Enjoy it!
Just watched your review. Excellent critique. I've ordered a Red model. Supposed to arrive late April 2022. Just sold my 2014 Moto Guzzi V7 Special. Same weight and seat height. Same HP but more torque in the Guzzi. Not great on gravel roads because of the shaft drive. I'm looking forward to riding the Honda when I get it.
Cheers
Ray from Oz
Thanks Ray, Hope you enjoy it!
I’ve had a number of bikes including a 1000cc Africa Twin. Picked up a 2022 cb500x earlier this year and simply love it. Great fun bike for all types of roads.
Yep its a cracker, it'll be interesting to see how the new transalp works in the lineup. I guess a lot of it will be around pricing?
@@mancavemoto the transalp is an off road bike with its high ground clearance and tubed tyre’s. Be interesting if Honda bring out a more road focused version like they did with the AT adventure sport. Right now still nothing to compete with v-strom, tracer, tiger etc
Such a lot of bike for the cash
Nice review Tony, thank you. 👍
Cheers Nigel
Thanks for such a thorough review. I own a 2019 cb500x and was wondering about your experience with a couple of minor niggles. The throttle on mine is quite grabby and took a bit time time to get used. The display also washes out in bright sunlight. Did they fix these issues in the 2022 version? Overall still a fantastic bike. Cheers
No problem, I thought the throttle response was quite soft on this, the screen is better, but that can still be a problem
Great review Tony, thanks. I reckon the CB/CBR500 will be a little gem with that 650r suspension. Will you be getting your hands on one or the other do you think? Honda have clearly nailed it with the 500x , how good’s the “Transalp” going to be I wonder.
Cheers, yes hopefully I can get my hands on one, Honda have been really helpful in that respect. Let's see!
Hi Tony -- nice review & thanks! I'd be curious to know how you like this bike vs the Tiger 660. For folks looking for a light full function ADV bike (i.e., not a dual sport), I think these two have to be on the list.
I haven’t ridden the 660 yet, but it’s obviously got more power and tech, but it’s at least £2.5k more expensive too
Great review. Especially the differences between the models.
Really appreciate the side by shots. Just from these I took screenshots, is there something new going on under the bike like extra protection?
Mine has been delayed till end of the month ☹️.
Think the elephant in the room with the bike is if it was say standard at 45 kw and restricted to a2 35kw how quickly would people remove the restriction. TBH though I'll always take 80 mpg😉
Thanks, not sure theres much changed underneath to be honest?
Hi. Thanks for the open review. Couple of small questions. Common criticisms are the visibility of the Screen in bright conditions, and some buzzing/vibration at motorway speeds (60/70 mph (110kph). I think they uprated the engine mounts for 2022. What’s your take on these items? Thanks in advance.
I think he screen is improved, no real problem for me with that one, and theres definitelty an improvement on the buzz from the previous model, there is still some, but much less noticeable
I'm picking up the last cb500x from my local dealer tomorrow. Not a fan of the NX500 look, but Transalp is nice.
That color scheme fits well on it, although it makes it look like a relative to the KLR bikes haha.
I have the first gen Grey Versys x300, imo, the best looking one.
It kind of blends in with the countryside too
I'm confident that this engine if serviced regularly and treated with respect it can do 100,000 miles with no issues. Great review totally enjoyed it. Thank you 👍
Im 25% there, but I'm not treating it with respect🤣
@@OregonMotorcycle hahaha even more awesome then, only shows Honda is still the 👑 when it comes to realibility. Cheers!
@@OregonMotorcycle dude I've seen your videos, you ride your cb500x hard off road. Best off road videos by far
Good review
Thanks
Good to see Honda are following the mountain bike world..spring one side.....
Great review. Do you find much wind noise or buffeting from the screen? I’m leaning towards the F model as my current bike, RE Himalayan, was supplied with a very poor screen.
Cheers, not much no. I was surprised how good it was. You’ll always get some buffeting, but I’ve ridden plenty of bikes that are much worse!
I've had two people pull out on me because of the bloody indicators being lit all the time, I blacked off the drl nub on the indicators. Great review dude
Cheers Darren, I'm sure there must be a way to change then to standard style indicators?
@@mancavemoto yeah it's not a hard fix but it's another job to do...
I would love a comparison between the Honda 500x vs the Honda 300 rally. I loved the look of the rally but for some reason Honda Sout Africa does not intend to import the 300 rally only the 300L which I did not like. As a predominantly comuter used with some low offroad use bike ( how much truely offroad do we use them on really) the tank capacity makes a difference. I am a fan of the CB500X but there are advantages to a liter bike like the 300 rally also.
Excellent content Tony, I do have a question as to "How was the vibration in the handlebars?" Did you notice it was slightly there or was it something Honda could improve upon. I look forward to more of your content. Take care from Northern California Central Valley 😎
Thanks John, Theres a little buzz at high revs, but no more than you'd find in any other bike. I had no issues with it
A good bike just got better. Really good review.
thanks
Greate review. Covered everything what is important. I have got a question: do you think if I should consider this bike being 190cm tall? Also to mention that would be my first bike.
Beat regards!
Thanks, I dont think it would be a probem, its a full sized bike.
I think it’s a really impressive bike and a good option at £6k. I’m always put off the rally raid conversions as the extra £2.5 you have to spend nearly puts you in 700 Tenere territory where you’d get 25hp more.
Agreed. A lot more.
Yes, never seen the point of getting rally raid kit just buy the Tenere.
@@marksimpson5218 - Sven Olsen (a CZcamsr) bought his Rally-Raided CB500X back from his brother
because he found that he couldn't lift his Ténéré 700 back up after it fell. The T7 was just a bit too
top-heavy for him in comparison with the CB500X.
@@daveinwla6360 Fair point Dave, it’s not for everyone but it’s a lot of money to spend on a bike that doesn’t cost much in the first place.
Like the Tenere but the gas tank is way to small for that size of bike range would be limited to short trips or where you can make a lot of gas stops. Other wise great bike.
Very good review, thank you! The only thing on all the newer bikes (in my mind) are the computerized screens for speedometer, etc. I have a feeling there are some lighting conditions that may make it hard to see the screens, as when you try to see a smart phone screen outside on a sunny day. I hope I am wrong about that, but I’m super leery of it. It is a nice bike
Thanks, yes the backlit LCD screens like this can be a problem sometimes, but nearly all of the TFT screens i've seen have been good in lots of lighting conditions.
There not fit for purpose and when they pack up out of warranty the bike is a write off !!
Nice review...
Thank you! Cheers!
I great review you mentioned doesn't have much vibration until you get on it, so do you feel it more at certain RPMs? And how is it when going over bumps or potholes?
Cheers, there is a little buzz above 6000rpm, but thats all more of a buzz than a vibration. I try to avoid potholes 😉 but it soaks up sudden hits pretty well. It's not the most sophisticated set up, but it works nicely
Honda could have gone to the real army green... I'm glad I still got my 500x in camo/ white in 2021 🤙🤙
Although that new front shox will definitely remove those really annoying vibrations... those that record their rides on camera like me will know what I'm referring to on the 2021 model
fab bike cheersTony
I think they did add some kind of extra vibration dampening for the 2022 .
Great review thanks. Only question I do have and you make some mention of it is what are the vibes like? Is it vibey through the rev range or just at certain spots or just buzzy rather that vibes? Cheers.
Thanks, more buzzy at the top end than vibrations.
many people change to a 16T sprocket if it is for mostly highway commute to get rid of buzziness at high speed.
Brilliant be review. I have one question is as I am considering buying one. A couple of owners have said the p of wer delivery is a tad jerky at low speed be in low gears. Is this is so? I do a fair bit of filtering and smooth delivery is important. I currently ride a Fazer 1000.
Thanks, I can't say that i noticed any issues, in fact I think the power delivery is very smooth. Very easy to ride at low speeds
The old models you got the vibes kicking in at like 65 mph .. I was wondering if you noticed much at 70 to 75 mph? ..... Nice demo and thoughts! 👍
not really, a bit of a buzz but nothing you wouldnt find on other bikes