Hi Marc, I’ve owned a red CB500f for a couple of years and toured extensively using throw over panniers, top box and tank bag. None of these affect the superb handling. At 80 years old this fabulous bike will see me out!!!! Thanks for this review with which I totally agree. JB.
I went from a 50cc 2-stroke to a 1200 Kawasaki. After rolling off the dealership, carefully giving it some throttle .. first time this kind of acceleration is like smoking 10 pipes of meth at once: totally addicting. Will never forget that afternoon.
I had litre+ bikes, tourers cruisers etc for last 20yrs. I'm getting older and just got fed up having to think about the mass, width, weight of these big bikes, lean angle of the cruiser etc, so I traded my Yam xvs1300 full tourer for 2017 CB500F. I looked at what I actually needed - I won't be touring europe again, my wife doesn't go on the pillion any more, my top speed is about 80 on the Mway (which I spend as little time on as possible) and around between 40-60 on the roads which I use most. I don't camp and don't care about keeping up with the pack etc etc. The CB is comfortable, cheap to run, tax, insure and get spares for - except the headlight, it's a sealed unit and will cost you £400+ to buy. I thought I would have needed a small wind screen for it, especially after the huge screen of the cruiser, but at my height - 5'8" - the wind pressure/flow is not serious at all even at 70/80. I can get both feet flat on the ground. I'm 63 and can go an hour and a half to two hours before needing a break from the seat, which is perfect timing for coffee breaks. Great proven engine too. This bike has brought back the sheer fun of biking to me and have been all over Scotland with it (weather and Covid permitting). Sure, the 'twist the handle and go' of the big torquey bikes is great, but this bike has enough acceleration to get you first from the lights, pass traffic safely and get you out of potential problems. I can corner properly again without thinking about cruiser footboards touching down or the sheer mass of the bike making corners more trying than they need to be. Absolutely brilliant pared down bike and the perfect fit for my present biking needs - highly recommended for beginner and experienced biker.
Yeah when lockdown over I be looking at the Honda CBR 500 f that do me just popping around on town and talking Sunday rides thanks mark you're channel best
I own the 2019 since early this year and i love it and couldn't agree more. It's perfect for short trips, and city riding if you look into those kind of bikes plus it has more enough power to have som fun :)
Great bikes, I've had mine for about two years now. Very nice around town bike and day trips. I've added a Givi 56 litre top box, bikini fairing and Tom Tom sat nav. Good for going places, parking you can't in a car. I also added a centre stand.
Hi Mark, loved the review and I also like the look of the bike, great colour as well. Pretty quick and easy to ride by the sounds of your review. Excellent video mark, ride safe sir cheers Gary.
I had a 2017 CB500X (written off 8 months later by a lorry while it was parked up in town), a truly wonderful everyday bike with enough power, and as you say superb on fuel. I'd buy one again if I could afford another bike in my stable.
I just tried a 500X a few days ago. I found that between 62 and 65 mph there was a bit of vibration. Perhaps, or hopefully, this will dissipate or even disappear once the bike is run in. It was a bit annoying.
Thinking of getting one of these if my 21 month old Street twin gives me anymore grief .Just about to go into dealers for whole new wiring harness with 1200 miles on the clock, proving to be a big issue for Triumph. Good review by the way.
I owned a CB125R after CBT (UK) and loved it but wanted more power to get up and away from cars behind when I passed my full A licence. I bought a Ninja 650 then and had it for about 6 months but was not confident with the handling at all which surprised me as I'd learned on a Z650. I have just traded it in for a 2020 CB500F and I absolutely love it. I am hugely more confident on it and no longer have that "shall I go out or not?" feeling. I echo everything Mark has said in his review - it's not my first bike but I will probably keep it a lot longer than the other 2...
This sums up my position today. I am wondering whether to get the cheap to insure sensible option and get my full years no claims. Or get a street triple S. What are you riding now?
I have been Riding many years I am 66 With a Bus Pass! Done all the Big Bike Stuff..I now have a CB 500f in this Candy Orange lovely Styling all the Performance I need on Our Crowded Roads these Days..the Big Bonus is The MPG..70- 80 ..pretty good for a 5oocc MotorBike with Petrol at Present (Late 2021) at over £1.50 per Litre !!
There's a guy in the white house who might help you out with some orange paint. I think he will give you a good deal in exchange for your vote of course ;)
HI Mark. Thanks for the review, you obviously really liked the bike. Love the orange and actually I think the screen also looks very good, even tho it's a naked. I'm considering one for commuting (and have also researched Sv650 and Z650) and the occasional long weekend trip, but I'm 6ft 1in. I would defintely fit the screen for motorway work but in your experience of the naked middle-weights, is this potentially the best fit for taller riders...on screen it looks more roomy than the others? I also like the look of the Z650 but it looks too cramped. Also, hard to say perhaps but do you think the small screen made much difference to wind blast? Thanks!
Hi robin size wise ...this and the z650 not alot of difference...yes the screen helped a little ...as you are tall this bike would be ok but you may want to consider the bigger cb500x as it has a higher seat ..cheers mark
I'm six four. When I went looking for a lighter bike my first choice would have been a SV 650 as a longtime Suzuki guy. I didn't fit on it at all. Not even close. I fit wonderfully well on the 500F and can ride it for hours and I'm 68.
@@davidphillips7255 hello david,am only 63,6"2"tall, keep saying what more do i need,i just dont know sat on a honda cb 500x my back the next day,just to tall
Hi I have a 2019 CB500F and absolutely love it. I am considering adding the windscreen on your review bike. Did it help with wind buffeting at higher speeds or is more of an aesthetic add-on? Did it aid with the glare on the LCD screen? Thank you!
I put a givi screen on a 2015 cb500f....I would say it doesn't help with wind enough to make up for the way it ruins the naked look...and I do about 60 miles a day on the motorway
Great review, so rare to see someone who ride in a similar manner to me, using tall gears to save engine and fuel - so many screaming the engine sitting in 2nd gear doing 30 and 4th doing 60, for whatever reason.
Yes exactly many thanks 👍 It's better to use the torque and midrange to ride on the road different maybe if you need to overtake really quickly Many thanks 👍 best wishes mark
Thorough and helpful review Mark. The CB500F courtesy bike had what seemed to be a Honda Windscreen? When you were doing the motorway or higher speed roads did you find that the windscreen was effective? I'm finding motorway speeds a bit tiring after a while through wind buffeting. Thank you again for the reviews
Great review, thank you. I'm trying to decide between the CB500F & CB500X. I'm only 5'6 (167cm)... so the 500X does feel a little tall (perhaps I could consider a lowering kit, which I could decide to remove once I'm fully familiar/comfortable with the bike?). I can almost flatfoot the CB500F as is... it does seem to be tangibly smaller, I'm not sure if that's a good thing or not. I like the idea of the CB500X being high up for vision & for street presence as well as for what I think might be superior wind protection on the highway. What do you reckon? I'd like to use which ever bike I end up with to do the odd commute to work (30mins highway) as well as be able to pop up to the shops for some quick groceries or a take-away... so I guess that's where I'm being torn - I perceive the 500X to be better for highway duty but perhaps a bit big & bulky to go get a pint of milk; whereas the reverse for the 500F. Gosh, I've prattled on... I'm sorry... just really keen to hear your as well as anyone else's thoughts. Kind Regards ... and keep up the excellent reviewing work!! ;)
Hi ...I always recommend the cb500f as a first bike for people because of what you said it's smaller than the x model ...I've had the X model myself and it's great but I would recommend the F for yourself at 5 ft 6 because it's better for just popping to the shops on etc ...plus it's a bit sportier in the corners of the mood takes you ...I'm into naked bikes at the moment so the F model would be my choice...either way all the Honda 500 models are amazing reliability and 85 mpg UK economy Best wishes mark
I brought one of these from Keep Biking at Brakley with just One Thousand miles on the Clock Same gorgeous Candy Orange I have been Riding many years Don't want Heavy Bikes anymore But it seems to me on the Road Its very very capable. I've Underestimated these 500cc Twins for a long time Its Fuel Economy is as you say Unbelievable 70 + mpg
Hi Bob ...the 650 is more powerful and 4 cylinders ...this is a twin but I actually preferred the 500 ...it's cheaper new ,more economical and I just felt it had a bit more character...and enough power to cruise comfortably Cheers mark
Hi sorry no I didn't look under but I guess there is enough storage for a small chain lock ...I'll try to remember to build this into my videos in the future cheers mark
Hi Mark, I am thinking of getting one of these but you mentioned a couple of times that you need to lean a bit forward and your feet were slightly behind you, which has put me off a bit. I prefer the sit up position. I've had the X version, how does the F compare with the CB500X seating position? Is the same or a more forward lean? Thanks in advance if you see this and answer.
Hi mark yes the x is definitely sit up the f is not really that extreme like a sports bike ...it's just a little more Racey than the x model ...I found it to be very comfortable and you could definitely do a couple of hours In the saddle before you needed a rest best regards mark
@@markrobinson2648 yes I know what you mean ...I want to visit dealerships to ride some bikes but because of the lockdown and freezing conditions it's not going to happen anytime soon Happy researching mark ! ;)
A very capable all-rounder with an 0 to 60 of around 5 seconds & a top speed of around 116 MPH So, a beginner could easily get into trouble after upgrading from his/her 10 HP 125 Lexmoto 😁
I’m new to biking, due to complete my DAS this summer. I’m looking at this as my first bike. I’m 37 so a 125 is a little small and I’m a ‘little’ heavy! Do you think this, the ktm390 duke, z400 or mt03 is better for a newbie?
Hi Luke well all if those bikes are brilliant and any one would be perfect ,size wise the cb 500 is probably the biggest and the best all round due to it's great engine but for fun and coolness definitely the ktm they are apparently extremely good to ride and good value used prices Good luck with your biking Regards mark
Thank you Mark for the great review. I own one in black, after over a year I still love mine. One thing I disagree with you is the weight, you said its very light? Well it isn't lol, it's about 200 kilos, it's even heavier than MT07. But I guess the weight helps with stability and side winds 😁, but the engine is indeed butter smooth, much much refined than the 2020 Z650 I've tested.
George Krpan I’ve ridden both, the cb500f may not be as stylish in my opinion but it’s night and day performance wise. The 500 is a much more usable bike if you do any highway travel and still gets like 65mpg. And the power off the line is a bit better. Still wish we could get it in the new style though
Hi im a kawasaki fan...and would get this instead of the z400..just prefered the extra ooomph from the engine and it was smoother and more comfortable ..the z400 seat slopes forward somewhat all the best mark
Hi matko ..you will be big on this bike but ok...you will still be able to ride it ,your legs may be a little cramped ,im 170 cm....also look at the cb500x which is taller for you best regards mark
My first bike was a cb600 hornet 2008, it was a beautiful bike. I then swapped it for a 2018 KTM duke 390. My dealer near me has one of these, I really am considering going back to Honda with this model in mind. Sooooo tempting!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hi, from usa, California northern west, Sonoma County,area. 95401. Love your location and scenic setting. Keep recording. Please stop buy your gas station are film price per littler. Thanks plus a where to r Eat.
Hi Anthony yes I'm 5ft 7 and both feet flat on the floor no probs I particularly like this bike it's the Honda 500 I'd choose Highly recommend it Regards mark
It's a toss up for me between the versys 300, the z400 and this one. I want a light bike but I also want one which is comfortable. This honda seems a little heavy on paper compared to the other two, but is a Honda and probably a lovely bike. I don't have to worry about budgets thankfully so it really does come down to the bike. I am also mindful of our shit roads so being high up (as with with versys ) and having big wheels deals with the shit roads, but then the honda looks great...decisions decisions..
@@markpulling12 Because that 500x is about 200kg...and that's too heavy if ever I had to pick it up. That said it's a really nice bike and if it weren't for that weight I'd have one. That versys is 25kg lighter on the other hand.
Great value at the price. I’m very short - 5’1” and short arms. I sat on one and it felt good with balls of feet on the ground and comfortable reach to the bars. I prefer the “F” style of Honda over the current “R” style. The current “R” style has a longer reach to the bars. Feel free to suggest other options for the very short rider like myself.
@@markpulling12 I’m a returning rider. I rode for about 12 years then took off about 15 years. My last bike was a Honda Nighthawk 650. I prefer to get nothing less than a 500 cc. We’ll see. If I can afford it, I might get a Street Twin or T100. The Street Twin, especially, fits me well. I just need to put together $10K because I don’t want to finance a motorcycle. But I definitely have the fever.
@@markpulling12 what are the cb500f advantages over the z400 as their hp figures are pretty close despite the z400 being almost 1k more affordable and also considerably lighter
@@hansendy3708 Mainly just more comfortable..z400 seat slopes forward a bit,and more torque from the bigger Honda engine,but yes agreed if you can get a good price on the z40/ it's a cracking machine Best wishes mark
@@markpulling12 Thanks Mark. our z400 is made in Thailand while cb500f is made in Japan. Admittedly I prefer the er more mature styling of the 500 as opposed to the positively juvenile z400 and it has somewhat better fit n finish … and there are very few 500f’s in the streets as most opt for the cb650r or mt07 after the 400cc “stage”.
Mark, that horrible screen destroys the beauty of the bike. If your thing is naked or super naked or retro style naked I say OWN IT. This is just my opinion unless you simply put a mini screen that only covers the dash, meaning it's only an inch higher than the dash. I like naked bikes because they're fun and also naked. If you want screens and things like that get an adventure bike, just my 2 cents. Cheerio.
Hi Marc, I’ve owned a red CB500f for a couple of years and toured extensively using throw over panniers, top box and tank bag. None of these affect the superb handling. At 80 years old this fabulous bike will see me out!!!! Thanks for this review with which I totally agree. JB.
Thanks John 😊
Picked mine up today, moved up from 125cc. Couldn't stop smiling all the way home from the dealership
Awesome!
Which color did you choose? I like this orange
Dealer only had black on hand but that said it looks really good.
lackrobat just ordered the bike. Black. The best colour for me.One month delivery because out of stock.
I went from a 50cc 2-stroke to a 1200 Kawasaki. After rolling off the dealership, carefully giving it some throttle .. first time this kind of acceleration is like smoking 10 pipes of meth at once: totally addicting. Will never forget that afternoon.
I had litre+ bikes, tourers cruisers etc for last 20yrs. I'm getting older and just got fed up having to think about the mass, width, weight of these big bikes, lean angle of the cruiser etc, so I traded my Yam xvs1300 full tourer for 2017 CB500F.
I looked at what I actually needed - I won't be touring europe again, my wife doesn't go on the pillion any more, my top speed is about 80 on the Mway (which I spend as little time on as possible) and around between 40-60 on the roads which I use most. I don't camp and don't care about keeping up with the pack etc etc.
The CB is comfortable, cheap to run, tax, insure and get spares for - except the headlight, it's a sealed unit and will cost you £400+ to buy. I thought I would have needed a small wind screen for it, especially after the huge screen of the cruiser, but at my height - 5'8" - the wind pressure/flow is not serious at all even at 70/80. I can get both feet flat on the ground. I'm 63 and can go an hour and a half to two hours before needing a break from the seat, which is perfect timing for coffee breaks. Great proven engine too.
This bike has brought back the sheer fun of biking to me and have been all over Scotland with it (weather and Covid permitting). Sure, the 'twist the handle and go' of the big torquey bikes is great, but this bike has enough acceleration to get you first from the lights, pass traffic safely and get you out of potential problems. I can corner properly again without thinking about cruiser footboards touching down or the sheer mass of the bike making corners more trying than they need to be.
Absolutely brilliant pared down bike and the perfect fit for my present biking needs - highly recommended for beginner and experienced biker.
Great comment ..couldnt agree more ! all the best mark
Yeah when lockdown over I be looking at the Honda CBR 500 f that do me just popping around on town and talking Sunday rides thanks mark you're channel best
Got the 2015 F , 60,000 km on it , will buy another one in 18 months , thumbs up
I've had mine for 8 years now, still love it.
I own the 2019 since early this year and i love it and couldn't agree more. It's perfect for short trips, and city riding if you look into those kind of bikes plus it has more enough power to have som fun :)
Clear and to the point, Mark. Loved it.
nice, summery , i have the 2017 model and absolutely happy with it.
Great bikes, I've had mine for about two years now. Very nice around town bike and day trips. I've added a Givi 56 litre top box, bikini fairing and Tom Tom sat nav. Good for going places, parking you can't in a car. I also added a centre stand.
Thanks Andrew sounds great All the best mark
now I want one, nice review thanks
Hello Mark. Very enjoyable video. The bikes good too. I'm impressed with its frugality. Yes, a nice machine.
Hi Erik...yes I really like these cheap(er) bkes they make alot of sense . But still great fun too :)
Hi Mark, loved the review and I also like the look of the bike, great colour as well.
Pretty quick and easy to ride by the sounds of your review. Excellent video mark, ride safe sir cheers Gary.
thanks gary ..yes its a great fun bike ...great value and economy
Another excellent review, one of bikes I’m considering as a commuter and leave the S1000XR for the touring holidays
Yes Paul it's a great bike for commuting ... Amazing economy All the best mark
Great review! I got the black 2020 cb500f as my very first bike just yesterday, and i absolutely love how it looks and sounds. 👍
Thanks damien .... great choice
Regards mark
Congrats, I sold my 2019 which was black as well. Now I'm missing it wish I didn't sell it
Great review, got one and love it!
yes id like one myself
Benelli Leoncino, can you please do a review? (As a note, move the gear shift lever down a bit to stop false neutrals from happening)
I had a 2017 CB500X (written off 8 months later by a lorry while it was parked up in town), a truly wonderful everyday bike with enough power, and as you say superb on fuel. I'd buy one again if I could afford another bike in my stable.
Hi yes agreed . I think out of all of the 500 range I'd get the x model but the f was great fun :)
@@markpulling12 Agreed, I did test ride the F model and it was also a great bike, the lighter weight being nice.
Very nice bike and great review. I don’t think they make this anymore 2020 and forward in the US ?
Lol a few mins ago I read a comment from like a yr ago about wanting a review of the cb500f and here u are reviewing it xD
Haha brilliant :)
@@markpulling12 yup it sure is xd
@@markpulling12 By the way, when are you able to do a review on the ninja 250?
This would be great secondary bike to zip around town, nice review bro
Thanks Jack my thoughts too :)
It’s gorgeous
I have a 2014 one and it is very similar but I love those one
Hi Mark, I passed my.Mod 2 test last Friday 28th May. Picking my new CB500F in red up June 10th I can't wait.
Ah that's brilliant Andrew ...yes great bike choice :)
Bet you can't wait !
Cheers mark
Fantastic budget bike for commute & pleasure.
thanks for review
Did my lessons on the same bike , very nice 😀
I just tried a 500X a few days ago. I found that between 62 and 65 mph there was a bit of vibration. Perhaps, or hopefully, this will dissipate or even disappear once the bike is run in. It was a bit annoying.
Like that Honda cb500 f smart bike all round cheap on petrol mpg thanks for review
Hi Andrew ...yes it's probably my favorite out of the Honda 500s
Regards mark
Thinking of getting one of these if my 21 month old Street twin gives me anymore grief .Just about to go into dealers for whole new wiring harness with 1200 miles on the clock, proving to be a big issue for Triumph. Good review by the way.
Sorry to hear about your street twin Michael . ...yes these are really great fun bikes . Very economical as well all the best mark
Great review Mark 👍 like the colour 🏁
Thanks Kevin ....yes really enjoyed the cb500 .... wouldn't mind one myself
@@markpulling12 great daily bike with reliability 👍
I owned a CB125R after CBT (UK) and loved it but wanted more power to get up and away from cars behind when I passed my full A licence. I bought a Ninja 650 then and had it for about 6 months but was not confident with the handling at all which surprised me as I'd learned on a Z650. I have just traded it in for a 2020 CB500F and I absolutely love it. I am hugely more confident on it and no longer have that "shall I go out or not?" feeling. I echo everything Mark has said in his review - it's not my first bike but I will probably keep it a lot longer than the other 2...
This sums up my position today. I am wondering whether to get the cheap to insure sensible option and get my full years no claims. Or get a street triple S. What are you riding now?
I have been Riding many years I am 66
With a Bus Pass! Done all the Big Bike
Stuff..I now have a CB 500f in this
Candy Orange lovely Styling all the Performance I need on Our Crowded
Roads these Days..the Big Bonus is
The MPG..70- 80 ..pretty good for a
5oocc MotorBike with Petrol at
Present (Late 2021) at over £1.50 per
Litre !!
nice video dude from india😍😍😍
Why do you Brits always get the best colors? Here in the states, Honda motorcycles are almost always red or black.
UK sends the black ones overseas and keeps the orange ones for us apparently!
There's a guy in the white house who might help you out with some orange paint. I think he will give you a good deal in exchange for your vote of course ;)
@Robbie D True.
Yeah, what's up with that?
@@WolfgangVonKempelen838 biden the one buying votes. Lol
HI Mark. Thanks for the review, you obviously really liked the bike. Love the orange and actually I think the screen also looks very good, even tho it's a naked. I'm considering one for commuting (and have also researched Sv650 and Z650) and the occasional long weekend trip, but I'm 6ft 1in. I would defintely fit the screen for motorway work but in your experience of the naked middle-weights, is this potentially the best fit for taller riders...on screen it looks more roomy than the others? I also like the look of the Z650 but it looks too cramped. Also, hard to say perhaps but do you think the small screen made much difference to wind blast? Thanks!
Hi robin size wise ...this and the z650 not alot of difference...yes the screen helped a little ...as you are tall this bike would be ok but you may want to consider the bigger cb500x as it has a higher seat ..cheers mark
I'm six four. When I went looking for a lighter bike my first choice would have been a SV 650 as a longtime Suzuki guy. I didn't fit on it at all. Not even close. I fit wonderfully well on the 500F and can ride it for hours and I'm 68.
@@davidphillips7255 hello david,am only 63,6"2"tall, keep saying what more do i need,i just dont know sat on a honda cb 500x my back the next day,just to tall
Hi I have a 2019 CB500F and absolutely love it. I am considering adding the windscreen on your review bike. Did it help with wind buffeting at higher speeds or is more of an aesthetic add-on? Did it aid with the glare on the LCD screen? Thank you!
Hi i think it did help a bit and looks great too....didnt notice an improvement with the lcd screen all the best mark
I put a givi screen on a 2015 cb500f....I would say it doesn't help with wind enough to make up for the way it ruins the naked look...and I do about 60 miles a day on the motorway
Great review, so rare to see someone who ride in a similar manner to me, using tall gears to save engine and fuel - so many screaming the engine sitting in 2nd gear doing 30 and 4th doing 60, for whatever reason.
Yes exactly many thanks 👍
It's better to use the torque and midrange to ride on the road different maybe if you need to overtake really quickly
Many thanks 👍 best wishes mark
@@markpulling12 Yes, of course, adjust to the circumstances 👍
I really want this bike, man.
Thinking of getting one of them for my first big bike. Need it to get back and forward to work. Currently on the cb125f.
Same.
Going to do my theory test in August.
My dad has a cb500x and I can handle that no problem.
Think that style suits me more to be honest.
Good choice!
Thorough and helpful review Mark. The CB500F courtesy bike had what seemed to be a Honda Windscreen? When you were doing the motorway or higher speed roads did you find that the windscreen was effective? I'm finding motorway speeds a bit tiring after a while through wind buffeting. Thank you again for the reviews
Hi Alan I think it might have been a powerbonze screen and yes it did help a bit at motorway speeds
Cheers mark
Hi mark i have the first cb500s from the 90's . Its a great bike kicks out more power than this version and is great fun.
Great review, thank you. I'm trying to decide between the CB500F & CB500X. I'm only 5'6 (167cm)... so the 500X does feel a little tall (perhaps I could consider a lowering kit, which I could decide to remove once I'm fully familiar/comfortable with the bike?). I can almost flatfoot the CB500F as is... it does seem to be tangibly smaller, I'm not sure if that's a good thing or not. I like the idea of the CB500X being high up for vision & for street presence as well as for what I think might be superior wind protection on the highway. What do you reckon? I'd like to use which ever bike I end up with to do the odd commute to work (30mins highway) as well as be able to pop up to the shops for some quick groceries or a take-away... so I guess that's where I'm being torn - I perceive the 500X to be better for highway duty but perhaps a bit big & bulky to go get a pint of milk; whereas the reverse for the 500F. Gosh, I've prattled on... I'm sorry... just really keen to hear your as well as anyone else's thoughts. Kind Regards ... and keep up the excellent reviewing work!! ;)
Hi ...I always recommend the cb500f as a first bike for people because of what you said it's smaller than the x model ...I've had the X model myself and it's great but I would recommend the F for yourself at 5 ft 6 because it's better for just popping to the shops on etc ...plus it's a bit sportier in the corners of the mood takes you ...I'm into naked bikes at the moment so the F model would be my choice...either way all the Honda 500 models are amazing reliability and 85 mpg UK economy
Best wishes mark
I brought one of these from
Keep Biking at Brakley with just
One Thousand miles on the Clock
Same gorgeous Candy Orange
I have been Riding many years
Don't want Heavy Bikes anymore
But it seems to me on the Road
Its very very capable.
I've Underestimated these 500cc
Twins for a long time
Its Fuel Economy is as you say
Unbelievable 70 + mpg
Thanks Great choice 🙂
perfect nice little bike ! I could imagine to buy one ! less is more !!!!!!!!!!
Definitely klaus ....I really like these bikes.
Regards mark
@@markpulling12 Hi Mark !! me too !! comfortable to ride !!
You did a review of the CB650f and just wondered how they compared? Which one would you choose? Thanks
Hi Bob ...the 650 is more powerful and 4 cylinders ...this is a twin but I actually preferred the 500 ...it's cheaper new ,more economical and I just felt it had a bit more character...and enough power to cruise comfortably
Cheers mark
Just watched this again. Did you check the rear underseat storage? It's really useful.
Hi sorry no I didn't look under but I guess there is enough storage for a small chain lock ...I'll try to remember to build this into my videos in the future cheers mark
Hi Mark, I am thinking of getting one of these but you mentioned a couple of times that you need to lean a bit forward and your feet were slightly behind you, which has put me off a bit. I prefer the sit up position. I've had the X version, how does the F compare with the CB500X seating position? Is the same or a more forward lean? Thanks in advance if you see this and answer.
Hi mark yes the x is definitely sit up the f is not really that extreme like a sports bike ...it's just a little more Racey than the x model ...I found it to be very comfortable and you could definitely do a couple of hours In the saddle before you needed a rest best regards mark
@@markpulling12 Great, thanks for the info. I'm having to do all my research on the internet because of lockdown!
@@markrobinson2648 yes I know what you mean ...I want to visit dealerships to ride some bikes but because of the lockdown and freezing conditions it's not going to happen anytime soon
Happy researching mark ! ;)
Very nice ! Very nice ! I decide between Honda CB500F and Yamaha MT-03. Which one would you recommend?
Thank you
hi id go for the cb500f....it has more torque and is very economical :) regards mark
A very capable all-rounder with an 0 to 60 of around 5 seconds & a top speed of around 116 MPH So, a beginner could easily get into trouble after upgrading from his/her 10 HP 125 Lexmoto 😁
The difference from a highly modified 125 cc air-cooled Lexmoto to this is like a tractor to a Ford Focus ST lol.
I’m new to biking, due to complete my DAS this summer. I’m looking at this as my first bike. I’m 37 so a 125 is a little small and I’m a ‘little’ heavy! Do you think this, the ktm390 duke, z400 or mt03 is better for a newbie?
Hi Luke well all if those bikes are brilliant and any one would be perfect ,size wise the cb 500 is probably the biggest and the best all round due to it's great engine but for fun and coolness definitely the ktm they are apparently extremely good to ride and good value used prices
Good luck with your biking
Regards mark
@@markpulling12 thanks Mark. Really appreciate your feedback. I’ll keep you posted. Going to try an interceptor 650 today and the cb500f.
@@lukewallis8132 the interceptor is great too ! Let me know how you get on
Want one!!!
Thank you Mark for the great review. I own one in black, after over a year I still love mine. One thing I disagree with you is the weight, you said its very light? Well it isn't lol, it's about 200 kilos, it's even heavier than MT07. But I guess the weight helps with stability and side winds 😁, but the engine is indeed butter smooth, much much refined than the 2020 Z650 I've tested.
thanks for the comment jeremy all the best mark
Realy wish Honda would make a cb500r. Love the neo cafe look more
Just what I was going to say. I'd definitely buy it in Thailand.
George Krpan I’ve ridden both, the cb500f may not be as stylish in my opinion but it’s night and day performance wise. The 500 is a much more usable bike if you do any highway travel and still gets like 65mpg. And the power off the line is a bit better. Still wish we could get it in the new style though
George Krpan 👍 if you’re happy with it that’s all that matters
Really like that screen, do you know which brand and model it was?
Hi Roger from memory I think it was a powerbronze :)
Been thinking of downsizing lately, and this is on my short list.
Yes David if I was going to go for a smaller bike I'd get this one .... great value and amazing economy :)
Get mine tomorrow down sizing from a 1200 bandit . The bandit was getting to heavy 👍
@@stephenbardgett847 great choice Stephen ...these are brilliant ... amazing economy All the best mark
thinking about getting this for my first bike :)
i would 100 % recommend this bike vanessa cheers mark
@@christga100 hi Jim for fun only I'd go z400 :)
Cb500 is a better all-rounder
Regards mark
thanks for the very good review
You could tour anywhere on this. You dont need 150 hp.
Makes a change from Sandford & Cranborne
Thanks Mark
Thanks Abdullah
Crescent Honda in Bursledon near Southampton. It's where I bought my CBR650R.
If anyone wants to buy a bike in there ask for Greg - Top Bloke 👍
So would you recommend this over the z400 and if so why ?
Hi im a kawasaki fan...and would get this instead of the z400..just prefered the extra ooomph from the engine and it was smoother and more comfortable ..the z400 seat slopes forward somewhat all the best mark
@@markpulling12 brilliant thanks
Is it worth the price difference though? In my country that's more than 2k USD. A bit tough to swallow.
@@lmcteo hmmm yes agreed $2k is quite alot more ...maybe the z400 is better value then :)
Regards mark
@@markpulling12 appreciate your reply. I am still on the fence and it doesn't help that I'm a Honda fanboy, but it's indeed hard to beat Z400's value.
How tall are u?im worried i might be too big for it with 1.90 meters
Hi matko ..you will be big on this bike but ok...you will still be able to ride it ,your legs may be a little cramped ,im 170 cm....also look at the cb500x which is taller for you best regards mark
Man that orange looks sick! I can't wait for the same, boring red they've sold forever to be available here!
My first bike was a cb600 hornet 2008, it was a beautiful bike. I then swapped it for a 2018 KTM duke 390. My dealer near me has one of these, I really am considering going back to Honda with this model in mind. Sooooo tempting!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
When you riding the new CB500x?
Should be in a few weeks
8:14 Fiat Multipla - nice!
I'd like to echo what Mike Hunt said below: I wish Honda would make a CB500R. I'd buy it here in Thailand. This one here is a very good bike, though.
@Redrum You're probably right.
What size tires? 17 inch, or 19 in.?
17 on these :)
Are the digital speedometer clearly visible??
yes its ok not up to tft screens but generally pretty good :)
your videos would be so much more watchable if you covered your mic with some sort of wind protection.
Haha I do ! This mic has a foam cover but to be fair for my latest videos I have bought a ,"go to " purple panda mic which is better
Regards mark
Nice bike not sure about the colour
What make is screen.
i think it was a puig walter
Just bought a new black one. Mel Tilke.
Nice one Mel !
How is the back seat storage on this?
not much im affraid ....maybe a drinks bottle thats about it :)
@@markpulling12 would it fit a 13mm chain and a disc lock?
@@evanmartin5796 definitely a disc lock and maybe a small chain if it's coiled up well
@@markpulling12 thanks
No 'frunk'.....🤦♂️ Next.....
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Thank you! Will do!
The only thing I'm not sure about is, is it chuckable..? 😁
Haha lol yes !!!!
Mark we want a review of g 310 r 2020 model if you can
Me too ...I'm looking to get hold of one of these to review :)
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@@markpulling12 any idea when that reviews gunna happen or is it still unknown
@@casheycodercasheycoder4823 yes sorry I can't find one at the moment
@@markpulling12 oh okay thanks for the reply
There is no Redemption for that headlight unit
....and no 'frunk', if you know what I mean .
@Redrum
I have a 'frunk' and a manual transmission. Already since 2013, and now 104.000km. NC700S 👍🏍💪and still on my first clutch as well.
Could you get both feet down on this bike?
Hi Anthony yes I'm 5ft 7 and both feet flat on the floor no probs
I particularly like this bike it's the Honda 500 I'd choose
Highly recommend it
Regards mark
Thanks for the reply,should be fine at 5,8 then
What helmet are you wearing these days?
Hi tom its a scorpion exo
Thanks MP
It's a toss up for me between the versys 300, the z400 and this one. I want a light bike but I also want one which is comfortable. This honda seems a little heavy on paper compared to the other two, but is a Honda and probably a lovely bike. I don't have to worry about budgets thankfully so it really does come down to the bike. I am also mindful of our shit roads so being high up (as with with versys ) and having big wheels deals with the shit roads, but then the honda looks great...decisions decisions..
Why not go for the cb500x best of all worlds then ,Honda reliability, economy, comfortable, great for out poor roads , great engine etc
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 Because that 500x is about 200kg...and that's too heavy if ever I had to pick it up. That said it's a really nice bike and if it weren't for that weight I'd have one. That versys is 25kg lighter on the other hand.
X👍👍👍
Great value at the price. I’m very short - 5’1” and short arms. I sat on one and it felt good with balls of feet on the ground and comfortable reach to the bars. I prefer the “F” style of Honda over the current “R” style. The current “R” style has a longer reach to the bars. Feel free to suggest other options for the very short rider like myself.
Hi Brian ...the mt03 and z400 are great but my choice would be the Honda cheers mark
@@markpulling12 I’m a returning rider. I rode for about 12 years then took off about 15 years. My last bike was a Honda Nighthawk 650. I prefer to get nothing less than a 500 cc. We’ll see. If I can afford it, I might get a Street Twin or T100. The Street Twin, especially, fits me well. I just need to put together $10K because I don’t want to finance a motorcycle. But I definitely have the fever.
@@markpulling12 what are the cb500f advantages over the z400 as their hp figures are pretty close despite the z400 being almost 1k more affordable and also considerably lighter
@@hansendy3708 Mainly just more comfortable..z400 seat slopes forward a bit,and more torque from the bigger Honda engine,but yes agreed if you can get a good price on the z40/ it's a cracking machine
Best wishes mark
@@markpulling12 Thanks Mark. our z400 is made in Thailand while cb500f is made in Japan. Admittedly I prefer the er more mature styling of the 500 as opposed to the positively juvenile z400 and it has somewhat better fit n finish … and there are very few 500f’s in the streets as most opt for the cb650r or mt07 after the 400cc “stage”.
Mark, that horrible screen destroys the beauty of the bike. If your thing is naked or super naked or retro style naked I say OWN IT. This is just my opinion unless you simply put a mini screen that only covers the dash, meaning it's only an inch higher than the dash. I like naked bikes because they're fun and also naked. If you want screens and things like that get an adventure bike, just my 2 cents. Cheerio.
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Here is footage with good quality sound. The stock exhaust is pretty good ! :) czcams.com/video/c6CJkWo_8_g/video.html