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Honda CB500X - 2016 Specifications and Reviews
The 2016 Honda CB500X is a versatile middleweight adventure tourer designed for riders seeking a balanced blend of comfort, agility, and practicality. Known for its accessible 810mm seat height, manageable 195kg weight, and generous 17.3-liter fuel capacity, it excels as an ideal platform for beginner adventure riders and commuters alike. Its robust construction and reliable engineering make it perfect for both street riding and light off-road exploration.
General information | |
| Category | Sport |
| Year | 2016 |
| Model | Honda CB500X |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Emission details | Meets current EPA standards. Models sold in California meet current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment. |
| Greenhouse gases | 68.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel consumption | 2.93 litres/100 km (34.1 km/l or 80.28 mpg) |
| Driveline | O-ring-sealed chain |
| Clutch | Wet multiplate |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Ignition | Computer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advance |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection. PGM-FI with 34mm throttle bodies |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 67.0 x 66.8 mm (2.6 x 2.6 inches) |
| Compression | 10.7:1 |
| Torque | 43.00 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM |
| Power | 46.94 HP (34.3 kW) @ 8500 RPM |
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 471.00 ccm (28.74 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Wave disc. |
| Front brakes diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Wave disc. Two-piston calipers. |
| Rear tyre | 160/60-17 |
| Front tyre | 120/70-17 |
| Rear wheel travel | 119 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Pro-Link single shock with nine-position spring preload adjustability |
| Front wheel travel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Front Suspension | 41mm fork |
| Trail | 109 mm (4.3 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 26.5° |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Oil capacity | 3.20 litres (0.21 quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 17.30 litres (4.57 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,421 mm (55.9 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 165 mm (6.5 inches) |
| Overall width | 822 mm (32.4 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,096 mm (82.5 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,262 mm (49.7 inches) |
| Seat height | 810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2637 HP/kg |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 195.0 kg (430.0 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 178.0 kg (392.4 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Comments | Model ID: CB500X. Windscreen |
| Instruments | Digital Speedometer, Digital Bar Graph Tachometer, Dual Trip Meters, Digital Fuel Level Gauge and Fuel Consumption Gauge, Digital Clock |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Matte Black Metallic |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
46.9 hp
Peak Power
4.7s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track18%
City80%
Cornering62%
Daily Riding88%
Touring72%
Passenger72%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Ideal for beginners and returning riders; A2-friendly, forgiving and easy, yet capable enough to keep experienced commuters happy. |
| Purpose | A versatile light adventure-tourer built for commuting, all-day road trips and light gravel, with a windscreen and 17.5L tank for real range. |
| Rider Fit | Upright, roomy ergonomics with a tall 833mm seat and 19-inch front wheel; slim 199kg mass and windscreen make it comfortable over distance. |
| Character | Friendly, approachable all-rounder. The smooth 471cc twin delivers modest but confident power, rewarding relaxed touring and daily versatility. |
| Not Ideal For | Not for speed seekers or track riders, and its road-biased tires and limited travel rule out serious off-road adventure. |
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