Source: Cycle World
[[{“value”:”2024 Honda NX500. (Honda/)OverviewAs far back as the late 1980s, the letters “NX” have represented adventure, meaning New X-over (crossover). For 2024, Honda has renamed the CB500X and changed it to NX500. But the bike gets a lot more than just a name change. Overall weight is down by 7 pounds, dropping from 439 to 432, while the new cast-aluminum wheels have saved 3.3 pounds of unsprung weight alone. Other additions include standard Honda Selectable Torque Control, ECU updates for improved acceleration, new suspension settings, a new 5-inch TFT display, and new LED headlight.At its core is a liquid-cooled 471cc parallel-twin engine that has been tuned for low- to midrange torque between 3,000 and 7,000 rpm. The engine is fed by PGM-FI fuel injection and as mentioned now comes standard with Honda’s Selectable Torque Control (traction control).Chassis highlights include the suspension that utilizes a 41mm Showa Separate Function Fork Big Piston (SFF-BP) fork with 5.2 inches of travel, and preload-adjustable Showa shock with 5.3 inches of travel. Wheelbase measures 56.8 inches, while the seat height has been kept at a reasonable 32.8 inches. A pair of Nissin two-piston calipers and 296mm discs and a single-piston caliper and 240mm disc take care of braking, and ABS is standard. The new lighter cast-aluminum wheels have Y-shaped spokes and are mounted with 110/80-19 front and 160/60-17 rear rubber.2024 Honda NX500. (Honda/)2024 Honda NX500 Pricing and VariantsThe 2024 Honda NX500 is available in Matte Black Metallic for $7,399.2024 Honda NX500 in Matte Black Metallic. (Honda/)Competition<a href=”https://www.cycleworld.com/story/buyers-guide/triumph-tiger-sport-660-2022/”>Triumph Tiger 660 Sport, $9,695<br/>
</a><a href=”https://www.cycleworld.com/motorcycle-reviews/yamaha-tenere-700-first-ride-review/”>Yamaha Ténéré 700, $10,799<br/>
</a><a href=”https://www.cycleworld.com/motorcycle-reviews/kawasaki-klr650-s-first-ride-review-2023/”>Kawasaki KLR650, starting at $6,899<br/>
</a><a href=”https://www.cycleworld.com/story/buyers-guide/suzuki-v-strom-650-xt-adventure-2023/”>Suzuki V-Strom 650, $9,199<br/>
</a><a href=”https://www.cycleworld.com/story/buyers-guide/2020-ktm-790-adventureadventure-r/”>KTM 790 Adventure, $10,990<br/>
</a><a href=”https://www.cycleworld.com/story/bikes/2021-bmw-f-750-gs-f-850-gs-and-f-850-gs-adventure-released/”>BMW F 750 GS, starting at $9,995<br/>
</a>2024 Honda NX500 News and Reviews<a href=”https://www.cycleworld.com/motorcycle-news/honda-updates-cb500-series-for-2024/”>Honda Updates CB500 Lineup<br/>
</a><a href=”https://www.cycleworld.com/bikes/honda-cb500-hornet-nx500-and-cbr500r/”>NX500 First Look<br/>
</a>2024 Honda NX500 Claimed Specs
MSRP:
$7,399
Engine:
DOHC, liquid-cooled parallel twin; 4 valve/cyl.
Displacement:
471cc
Bore x Stroke:
67.0 x 66.8mm
Compression Ratio:
10.7:1
Transmission/Final Drive:
6-speed/chain
Fuel System:
PGM-FI fuel injection w/ 34mm throttle bodies
Clutch:
Wet, multiplate; cable operation
Frame:
Steel diamond
Front Suspension:
41mm Showa SFF-BP fork; 5.2 in. travel
Rear Suspension:
Pro-Link single shock, preload adjustable; 5.3 in. travel
Front Brake:
2-piston calipers, 296mm discs w/ ABS
Rear Brake:
1-piston caliper, 240mm disc w/ ABS
Wheels, Front/Rear:
Cast aluminum; 19 in./17 in.
Tires, Front/Rear:
110/80-19 / 160/60-17
Rake/Trail:
27.0°/4.3 in.
Wheelbase:
56.8 in.
Ground Clearance:
7.1 in.
Seat Height:
32.8 in.
Fuel Capacity:
4.7 gal.
Wet Weight:
432 lb.
Contact:
powersports.honda.com”}]]
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2024 Honda NX500. (Honda/)
Overview
As far back as the late 1980s, the letters “NX” have represented adventure, meaning New X-over (crossover). For 2024, Honda has renamed the CB500X and changed it to NX500. But the bike gets a lot more than just a name change. Overall weight is down by 7 pounds, dropping from 439 to 432, while the new cast-aluminum wheels have saved 3.3 pounds of unsprung weight alone. Other additions include standard Honda Selectable Torque Control, ECU updates for improved acceleration, new suspension settings, a new 5-inch TFT display, and new LED headlight.
At its core is a liquid-cooled 471cc parallel-twin engine that has been tuned for low- to midrange torque between 3,000 and 7,000 rpm. The engine is fed by PGM-FI fuel injection and as mentioned now comes standard with Honda’s Selectable Torque Control (traction control).
Chassis highlights include the suspension that utilizes a 41mm Showa Separate Function Fork Big Piston (SFF-BP) fork with 5.2 inches of travel, and preload-adjustable Showa shock with 5.3 inches of travel. Wheelbase measures 56.8 inches, while the seat height has been kept at a reasonable 32.8 inches. A pair of Nissin two-piston calipers and 296mm discs and a single-piston caliper and 240mm disc take care of braking, and ABS is standard. The new lighter cast-aluminum wheels have Y-shaped spokes and are mounted with 110/80-19 front and 160/60-17 rear rubber.
2024 Honda NX500. (Honda/)
2024 Honda NX500 Pricing and Variants
The 2024 Honda NX500 is available in Matte Black Metallic for $7,399.
2024 Honda NX500 in Matte Black Metallic. (Honda/)
Competition
<a href=”https://www.cycleworld.com/story/buyers-guide/triumph-tiger-sport-660-2022/”>Triumph Tiger 660 Sport, $9,695<br/>
</a><a href=”https://www.cycleworld.com/motorcycle-reviews/yamaha-tenere-700-first-ride-review/”>Yamaha Ténéré 700, $10,799<br/>
</a><a href=”https://www.cycleworld.com/motorcycle-reviews/kawasaki-klr650-s-first-ride-review-2023/”>Kawasaki KLR650, starting at $6,899<br/>
</a><a href=”https://www.cycleworld.com/story/buyers-guide/suzuki-v-strom-650-xt-adventure-2023/”>Suzuki V-Strom 650, $9,199<br/>
</a><a href=”https://www.cycleworld.com/story/buyers-guide/2020-ktm-790-adventureadventure-r/”>KTM 790 Adventure, $10,990<br/>
</a><a href=”https://www.cycleworld.com/story/bikes/2021-bmw-f-750-gs-f-850-gs-and-f-850-gs-adventure-released/”>BMW F 750 GS, starting at $9,995<br/>
</a>
2024 Honda NX500 News and Reviews
<a href=”https://www.cycleworld.com/motorcycle-news/honda-updates-cb500-series-for-2024/”>Honda Updates CB500 Lineup<br/>
</a><a href=”https://www.cycleworld.com/bikes/honda-cb500-hornet-nx500-and-cbr500r/”>NX500 First Look<br/>
</a>
2024 Honda NX500 Claimed Specs
MSRP:
$7,399
Engine:
DOHC, liquid-cooled parallel twin; 4 valve/cyl.
Displacement:
471cc
Bore x Stroke:
67.0 x 66.8mm
Compression Ratio:
10.7:1
Transmission/Final Drive:
6-speed/chain
Fuel System:
PGM-FI fuel injection w/ 34mm throttle bodies
Clutch:
Wet, multiplate; cable operation
Frame:
Steel diamond
Front Suspension:
41mm Showa SFF-BP fork; 5.2 in. travel
Rear Suspension:
Pro-Link single shock, preload adjustable; 5.3 in. travel
Front Brake:
2-piston calipers, 296mm discs w/ ABS
Rear Brake:
1-piston caliper, 240mm disc w/ ABS
Wheels, Front/Rear:
Cast aluminum; 19 in./17 in.
Tires, Front/Rear:
110/80-19 / 160/60-17
Rake/Trail:
27.0°/4.3 in.
Wheelbase:
56.8 in.
Ground Clearance:
7.1 in.
Seat Height:
32.8 in.
Fuel Capacity:
4.7 gal.
Wet Weight:
432 lb.
Contact:
powersports.honda.com
“}]]
