2016 Honda CB500XA
$7,990*
- Bike:
- 2016 Honda CB500XA
- Make:
- Honda
- Model:
- CB500XA
- Badge:
- CB500XA
- Year:
- 2016
- Price:
- $7,990*
- Rego:
- ATZ19
HONDA 2016 CB500 X Adventure. Lams /Learner approved. One owner who never had time to ride. We are located in GOS FORD 35 minutes North of Sydney.
The X’s subtly larger proportions make it more versatile, more man-sized machine, while losing virtually nothing in terms of manageability and agility. Its adventure styling seems more in step with the times and makes better use of its (slightly) limited spec.
Its novice credentials are all excellent with ergonomics, controls and a delivery that’s as natural as they come. Yet its performance is good enough, too – a blend of easy, engaging drive and taut-enough steering to please even the most hard-boiled speed nut. It looks good and its quality and value exceed expectations, too. All of which adds up to ‘job done’.
The X also shares the 500 family’s tubular steel diamond frame, but with 20mm longer forks, in turn lengthening the rake/trail and wheelbase. (Despite the ‘adventure’ styling, the 17in cast alloy wheels are unchanged, although the tyres have been switched from street Metzelers to Pirelli Scorpion Trails).
This, along with the wider bars, has the slight downside of making its steering seem a little less sharp and secure. It’s not a big deal, but if you REALLY want to scratch, the F and R are the better at it. Instead, where the X comes into its own is as an all-day, ‘man’-sized, touring capable and truly versatile machine – yet one which remains about as daunting as a basketful of kittens. It has the roomiest, most upright riding position of the three, the best weather protection and the comfiest seat all of which makes the X, if you’re either bigger than average or plan to take pillions or decent mileage, the obvious choice of the three.
The X’s subtly larger proportions make it more versatile, more man-sized machine, while losing virtually nothing in terms of manageability and agility. Its adventure styling seems more in step with the times and makes better use of its (slightly) limited spec.
Its novice credentials are all excellent with ergonomics, controls and a delivery that’s as natural as they come. Yet its performance is good enough, too – a blend of easy, engaging drive and taut-enough steering to please even the most hard-boiled speed nut. It looks good and its quality and value exceed expectations, too. All of which adds up to ‘job done’.
The X also shares the 500 family’s tubular steel diamond frame, but with 20mm longer forks, in turn lengthening the rake/trail and wheelbase. (Despite the ‘adventure’ styling, the 17in cast alloy wheels are unchanged, although the tyres have been switched from street Metzelers to Pirelli Scorpion Trails).
This, along with the wider bars, has the slight downside of making its steering seem a little less sharp and secure. It’s not a big deal, but if you REALLY want to scratch, the F and R are the better at it. Instead, where the X comes into its own is as an all-day, ‘man’-sized, touring capable and truly versatile machine – yet one which remains about as daunting as a basketful of kittens. It has the roomiest, most upright riding position of the three, the best weather protection and the comfiest seat all of which makes the X, if you’re either bigger than average or plan to take pillions or decent mileage, the obvious choice of the three.
Details
- Vehicle Type
- Road Bike
- Bike Type
- Dual Purpose
- Series
- CB500
- Model Code
- CB500XA
- Configuration
- 471cc, 4-stroke, Liquid cooled, 8-Valve; DOHC; Parallel, 2-cyl
- LAMS Approved
- Yes
- Colours
- Candy Ruby Red; Pearl Horizon White/Candy Ruby Red or Matte Fresco Brown/Ross White
- Ride Away Price
- No
- Country of Origin
- THAILAND
- Vehicle Class
- Adventure Sport (251 - 600cc)
Engine
- Engine Description
- 500
- Generic Engine Config
- Inline
- Engine Config
- Parallel
- Engine Capacity
- 471
- Engine Type
- Piston
- Engine Stroke
- 4
- Bore
- 67.0
- Stroke
- 66.8
- Cam Type
- DOHC (Double Over Head Cam)
- Cylinders
- 2
- Compression Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Induction System
- Aspirated
- Carburettor
- PGM-FI Programmed fuel inection system
- Throttle Bore
- 34mm
- Cooling
- Liquid
- Exhaust Config
- 2 Into 1
- Exhaust Description
- Upswept muffler; RH Side
Start
- Starter
- Electric
Electrics
- Engine Voltage
- 12
- Charging Method
- Alternator & Regulator-Rectifier
Fuel & Emissions
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Recommended RON
- 95
- Fuel Tank Capacity
- 17.5
- KM Range (Full Tank)
- 500
Transmission
- Generic Drive Type
- Chain
- Generic Gear Type
- Manual
- Gear Number
- 6
- Gear Change Method
- Left foot lever
- Clutch Type
- Wet, Multi-disc
Chassis & Suspension
- Frame Material
- Steel
- Frame Design
- Diamond
- Rake (Caster Angle)
- 26.50
- Trail
- 108.0
- Side Stand
- Standard
- Front Suspension
- 41mm conventional telescopic fork; Adjustable preload
- Rear Suspension
- Swingarm; Prolink monoshock; 9-way adjustable preload
- Swingarm Type
- Dual Sided
- Swingarm Description
- Steel square pipe
Brakes
- Front Brake Description
- Single wave disc; Hydraulic; ABS
- Front Brake Caliper(s)
- Double Piston
- Front Brake Diameter
- 320.0
- Rear Brake Caliper(s)
- Single Piston
- Rear Brake Diameter
- 240.0
- ABS
- Standard
- Linked Braking System
- Not Available
Wheels & Tyres
- Wheel Type
- Black; Multi-spoke; Cast aluminium
- Wheel Size Front
- 3.5x17" (89x431.8mm)
- Wheel Size Rear
- 4.5x17" (102.54x431.8mm)
- Rear Tyre
- 160/60-ZR17"
- Front Tyre
- 120/70-ZR17"
Dimensions & Weights
- Length
- 2095
- Width
- 830
- Height
- 1360
- Height Including Windscreen
- 1390
- Wheelbase
- 1420
- Ground Clearance
- 170.0
- Wet / Operational Weight
- 196.00
- Seat Height
- 810
- Seating Capacity
- 2
Warranty & Servicing
- Warranty in Months from First Registration
- 24 Months (2 years)
Safety & Security
- Traction Control
- Not Available
- Lock Type
- Ignition/Steering
Instruments & Controls
- Instruments / Dash Description
- Speedometer, tachometer, odometer/A&B trip meters, fuel gauge, clock, mpg, average & current fuel consumption
Convenience
- Seating Position
- Upright
- Adjustable Seat
- Not Available
- Saddlebags/Panniers
- Optional
- Windscreen
- Standard
System
- Import Percent
- 100
