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Honda CB500X: Is It Really An Adventure Bike?

Too small? Too slow? Too soft? Can the Honda CB500X bike really handle all-terrain adventure duty? Here's our take after spending a few years with these bikes in our fleet.  

Few bikes in the adventure segment are quite as divisive as the CB500X.

Naysayers claim it's too small, too soft, and doesn't have nearly enough suspension for all-terrain touring, while owners who've been riding them in the dirt for years just shrug their shoulders and keep on racking up the miles, popular opinion be damned.  

We added a few of these versatile machines to our adventure touring fleet 7 years ago, and to date we've easily put over 100,000+ miles on the CB over all manner of terrain.

We've got a few key takeaways from our time with the Honda CB500X, so for your reading pleasure, here are our first-hand pros and cons of going full-ADV with this easy-going twin.  

A Little History On The Honda CB500X

While the Honda CB500 series of parallel twin street bikes have been available in one version or another since 1993, the modern CB series as we know it today began back in 2013.

That was the year Honda kicked off a major refresh of their motorcycle lineup, which included the introduction of an all-new shared 500cc twin platform. 

The Honda CB500X began its life as a utilitarian all-rounder, a middleweight commuter bike with 17-inch wheels that shared the overwhelming majority of its parts with the sporty CBR500R and the naked CB500F roadster.

While all three bikes could be had for under $6,000 at launch, the 500X differentiated itself as the more "touring-friendly" option of the group with a tall windshield, relaxed riding position, and optional hard bags straight from the factory. 

Despite Honda's urban intentions with the 500X, it didn't take long for new owners to see its adventuring potential. With a few minor suspension tweaks and a set of knobby tires, the Honda CB500X became a fan favorite for low-cost adventure touring, and the folks at Honda saw an opportunity.

"The 2019 redesign saw a host of ADV-focused upgrades including a larger front wheel and more suspension travel"

In one of the shrewder moves Big Red has made in recent history, 2019 saw a reworking of the CB500X to better align it with its customer base.

The new model got a more dirt-worthy 19-inch front wheel, a taller windscreen, more suspension travel, and a wide handlebar to better handle all-terrain applications. 

The latest update, which came about in 2022, retained the new style but added a few upgrades as well. The chassis saw a few revisions including lighter wheels and a stronger swingarm, inverted forks, and improved dual-disk brakes.

Clearly the latest Honda CB500X is the most adventure-ready model to date, but is it enough to actually tackle all-terrain touring? Here's our take after running the CB in our fleet over the last several years. 

2023 Honda CB500X Specs

MSRP: $7,299

• Engine: Parallel Twin, DOHC
• Displacement: 471cc
• Bore x stroke: 67mm x 66.8mm
• Compression: 10.7:1
• Transmission: 6-speed manual
• Final drive: Sealed o-ring chain
• Horsepower:  46.9hp @ 8,600rpm
• Torque:   31.7lb-ft @ 6,500rpm
• Fueling: Electronic injection
• Clutch: Wet/multiplate

Chassis, Suspension, and Brakes

• Frame: Steel/diamond/ engine as a stressed member
• Front suspension: 41mm inverted forks
• Front travel: 5.9”
• Rear suspension: Pro-Link single shock/ preload adjustable
• Rear travel: 5.3”
• Front brakes: Dual 296mm disk,  4 piston calipers
• Rear brakes: Single 240mm disc, 2 piston caliper
• Wheels: 19"/17" cast
• Tires: 110/80/19 x 160/60-17"

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Dimensions/capacities.

• Rake:  27.5 degrees
• Trail: 4.3”
• Wheelbase: 56.8”
• Seat height: 32.8”
• Ground clearance: 7”
• Fuel capacity: 4.7 gal.
• Weight:  439 lbs

Our Take on the Honda CB500x

When we first started riding and reviewing the CB500X on our Youtube channel, one of the most common comments we received was that it "wasn't an adventure bike" or something to that effect.

While what exactly constitutes an adventure bike is certainly up for debate, not everyone needs the latest KTM 890 R, and in our experience, the Honda CB500X has proven to be a great ADV companion.

"Don't believe everything you hear: The CB500X does just fine on dirt and gravel" 

We've been running these little twins on our tours of South America for 6 years and counting at this point, and they regularly run alongside all the latest and greatest full-sized ADVs in our group without issue.

With that being said, the Honda CB500X is by no means perfect, so here's a rundown of our first-hand experience with the bike after a couple hundred thousand miles of all-terrain riding. 

CB 500X Pros

• So. Damn. PRACTICAL.
• Serviceable suspension travel and ground clearance
• Long-range capability from the factory
• Versatile and capable engine
• Bulletproof reliability

We're going to start with the sexy stuff first: This bike is insanely practical. Although Honda has revised the CB500X to be more adventure-friendly in recent years, its original urban commuter DNA still shines through in a few important ways. 

The seat height is low and approachable for an adventure bike, the engine is smooth and incredibly manageable throughout the rev range, and the seating position is all-day comfortable for most riders (more on that down below).   

"The CB500X is a comfortable place to sit, combining a low seat height with relaxed ergonomics and solid wind protection"

In terms of its adventure qualifications, there's really no shortage of them anywhere you look. From an offroad perspective, while the Honda CB500X is by no means a hardcore enduro with long travel suspension, Honda has added extra squish to the bike over the years, and the latest models boast just under 6 inches of travel up front and a bit less in the back. 

This puts the Honda CB500X roughly in V-Strom 650 territory, albeit with a bit less ground clearance for those bigger obstacles.

In our experience this translates to a machine that's ready and willing to tackle rocky gravel and dirt roads, but isn't suited to more technical terrain or hard-charging off-road duty. 

"Getting the CB500X on the dyno for some testing"

The range has been a major highlight of the CB, which bodes well for long days of all-terrain exploring in places like South America where fuel stops can be few and far between.

It's a comfortable bike, and its big 4.7-gallon tank combined with an impressive 60+mpg on average regularly nets us between 250-300 miles to a full tank, so long-range capability is certified beyond reproach. 

The other big highlight we'll mention here is the Honda CB500X's little gem of a motor. A 471cc parallel twin isn't going to push your hair back with its straight-line performance, but Honda did a great job of packing functional torque throughout the rev range, which means the Honda works well in low-speed scenarios but also has no issue holding a comfortable 80mph cruise for as long as your hind quarters can bear it. 

CB500X Cons

• Stressed member chassis not made for aggressive offroad
• Smaller chassis not ideal for larger riders
• Bit heavy for a smaller bike
• Cast wheels
• Mild engine output

So yes, the Honda CB500X will handle your typical ADV duty without complaint, and the bike is an absolute gem when racking up the highway miles, but as you might expect, it's got a few big limitations as well. 

The first is that because the CB is still a commuter at heart, the chassis just isn't built to take the kind of pounding that more off-road-focused ADVs like the Tenere 700 or KTM 890 are. 

In fact over the last 6 years, we've had two riders manage to crack an engine block on rental CB500X's when plowing through some of the rougher terrain in Patagonia at speed, so it's important to understand that the bike has its limitations if you're planning to ride it offroad. 

"You can get away with basic off-roading on the CB500X, but it's a bit too low and under-sprung for more technical riding"

Mind you that's two failures over 6 years and thousands upon thousands of miles, but two failures nonetheless.

The next issue we've had with the Honda CB500X is that because this motorcycle is on the smaller end of the middleweight spectrum, it feels a little cramped for taller riders.

If you're over 6 foot and/or 200 lbs, chances are the CB is going to feel less than ideal. It still hauls Eric and all his 6'3" 240lbs glory along easily when called upon to do so, but larger folks will definitely prefer a larger bike.

On the other end of that spectrum, another con we've experienced is that although the CB500X is smaller than your average middleweight, it's a bit overweight for its size.

While 440lbs is by no means a heavyweight, new riders looking for the most manageable ADV rig possible may feel more confident on lighter alternatives like the sub-400lbs KTM 390 Adventure or Suzuki DR650. 

"The little twin is versatile and torque-rich, but doesn't deliver big thrills when it comes to power or acceleration"

We'll also note that while the CB's versatile engine could definitely be considered a plus for its solid torque and outstanding smoothness, it's by no means a high-powered machine.

More experienced riders looking for big roost-throwing horsepower will likely find the little twin lacking in the thrill department, which should be expected in a bike this size. 

Last but not least, the CB still comes with cast wheels. This is a common complaint for off-road lovers as good spoked wheels tend to be stronger and easier to repair out on the trail, but in our experience, you simply don't need them to begin with on a bike like the Honda CB500X. 

"We've had zero issues with the CB's spoked wheels, but if you're the kind of person looking to hammer big hits, chances are this isn't the bike for you anyways"

Full disclosure, we have yet to see a single bent, cracked, or otherwise damaged wheel on a CB500X after running them in our fleet for several seasons.

That's more than we can say for the spoked wheels coming on some of the CB's larger and more "hardcore" ADV cousins, so we wouldn't put too much emphasis on this one, all things considered. 

Final Thoughts On the CB500X

Well there you have it: As far as we're concerned, the Honda CB500X makes for a great all-round adventure bike, and it's only gotten better in that regard over the years.

Our CB500X rentals have covered thousands of miles of all-terrain touring, and with very few exceptions, have been entirely worry-free. 

Still, considering the bike's price, versatility, and all-around accessibility, we believe this is a great adventure bike for new riders, shorter riders, or anyone looking to add an extra bike to their garage for a worry-free way to ride a little bit of everything without breaking the bank. 

→READ MORE: 2021 Yamaha Tenere 700 Review: The Good and the Bad and The best (and Worst) Times to be Standing on a Motorcycle.

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Honda Honda CB500 X - On and Off-road REVIEW

We have taken the Honda CB500 X into uncharted depths, with a full and thorough on and off-road review, here’s what we found out...

SINCE it was launched in 2016, the Honda CB500 X has been the entry-level route into ‘Big Red’s’ adventure touring range. And as entry-level bikes go, it’s always one I’ve found strangely attractive.

The mixture of good value (£6,199 for the 2021 model ), that peppy little 471cc parallel-twin engine, and the kind of lightweight dynamics (197kg wet) that makes it an all-round easier proposition to ride off-road. Especially for a short-arse like me!

Honda CB500 X on and off-road video review

So when perusing Honda press fleet on the lookout for some test bikes, the little Honda was surprisingly top of my ‘want’ list – even above the latest generation CBR1000RR-R ! Like any adventure bike that we test here at Visordown, we always hit the dirt, quite often making an afternoon of riding on mud the first port of call. Will the CB500X have enough in the tank to call it a proper adventure bike?

First impressions of the bike are, like the rest of the 500cc Honda range, it is very easy to ride. The clutch is one-finger light, the brakes are strong but not overly sharp and the gearchange is textbook Honda, slick, direct and easy to use. The only issue I found with the ‘box was when riding in my clod-hopper adventure boots, it was a bit of a struggle to get my foot hooked under the lever to come up the box – a problem that is exaggerated when standing on the pegs and riding off-road.

The little adventure bike handles a jump surprisingly well!

Once we’d got the bike back home, I pretty much immediately get kitted out and headed off for a little bit of a play on the dirt. And the first positive point of budget adventure riding reared its head. Hitting the dirt requires no messing with settings, not turning off of traction control or any other systems. The CB500X is totally uncluttered on that front. All you have is the two-channel, non-switchable ABS. If there is one thing I’d change about this bike’s equipment, it’d be to add an option to disable the rear ABS, not doing that on even an entry-level bike seems like a bit of an own goal.

Once we’re on the dirt, the soft set up of the CB500X comes into its own, soaking up bumps and jumps and providing a surprisingly capable base to go and have a play on. The engine provides an A2 compliant 46.9bhp, with peak power coming in at 8,600rpm, and peak torque of 31lb-ft coming in at 6,500rpm. In truth, off-road is not the natural habitat for the engine with it’s fizzy and rev-happy nature. But it’s by no means out of its depth either. It’ll chug around at very low revs happily enough, and the power and torque are delivered in a nice linear manner that makes it entertainingly accessible.

After pretending to be good off-road I decided I’d head off to Leicester, down the M69 and then loop back on the A47 to get home, just to see how the little Honda handles the motorway miles. Straight away it became clear that the bike is more than capable of keeping up with the traffic, and it’s bloody frugal in the process! Sitting at between 75 and 80mph will see the Honda returning between 70 and 80mpg. Ease off to 65mph and the onboard MPG reading will hit 100mpg!

While it’s hard to argue that the economy of the thing is any other than brilliant, there are a couple of notable issues for distance riders. The first is that at anything over 70mph there is a bit of a high-frequency buzz through the bars. I spent a good two hours on the bike at that sort of speed, and on getting off the bike had pins and needles in my fingers for a good five minutes. You could slot some of those oversize foam handgrips over the standard ones, which would no doubt help massively.

Honda CB500X verdict

If you’re looking for a bike that offers great value versatility, you really can’t go wrong with the Honda CB500X. It’d make an ideal long-distance commuter, which then turns into a miniature mile-muncher when you and the other half fancy a weekend away somewhere. Add to that the fact that it’s actually a fairly handy little off-road machine and it really does start to look like a Swiss army knife of a bike.

It’s also cheap to buy, around £99 p/m on PCP, is cheap to insure being insurance group 10, and best of all, if you commute around 50-miles a day Monday to Friday, you might only need to fill the tank once a week.

For the lowdown on the latest 2021 versions of the Honda CB500 range, click here. To check out the rest of the Honda range or to arrange a test ride, head to: honda.co.uk

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Long-Term Review: 2023 Honda CB500X

Posted by Rob Brooks | Aug 11, 2023 | Bikes & Gear | 15 |

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Pint-Size Adventure Bike, Full-Size Fun

I was riding the Honda CB500X back from spending the morning with my daughter and 3-month old grandson, throttling down a sparsely trafficked four lane county road. I glanced at my right mirror and noticed another motorcycle making for me in the right lane. I could tell by the silhouette it was another adventure bike by the wide panniers on either side. I gassed the little twin ADV, making him/her give chase. The stretch of road was undulating but largely empty, so we had some good natured fun diving across our pair of southbound lanes as he/she gradually gained on me. On a long straight the rider finally caught me and coming alongside on my right, I glanced over and saw my companion/competitor was a guy on a BMW 1250 GS. He was pointing at my Honda, pumping his thumb vigorously, clearly thrilled with our little chase through the curves.

We finally came to a stop light and pulled up beside each other, lifting our face shields for a quick chat. “Wow, as I was chasing you down,” he exclaimed, “I was expecting this to be a big Ducati or Triumph or something! It’s a little Honda 500! How cool is that?!” Needless to say, we both had a blast, and it just gave me one more reason to love this pint-size adventure bike.

The little ADV that could. Punches above its weight class.

Honda had given us a 2023 Honda CB500X for a month or so, and I was looking forward to spending some time on this diminutive adventure bike. I must admit, however, that I’m not a huge fan of the adventure category. Across all of motorcycling, ADV and Touring (Honda Goldwing, the Harley and Indian “land yachts”, etc.) are my least favorite segments, mainly due to my smaller stature. The ADV motorcycles I personally find to have too short a wheelbase, too tall suspensions and ride height, and typically are too top-heavy. I’m just not comfortable on most bikes in the segment. Prior to this Honda, the only ones I’ve ever ridden that I actually felt relatively comfortable on was the Royal Enfield Himalayan , which I felt was a bit underpowered, and the Triumph Tiger Sport 660 , even though I had a small mishap with it on a road trip.

Could the small displacement CB500X be a game changer for me?

One of the first impressions I got of this Honda was when I threw a leg over and uprighted the bike, I could mostly flat foot on it. At 5’8”, about 150 lbs and a 31” inseam, this instantly eased my concerns. With a ride height of 32.8” and wet weight of 439 lbs. yet a suspension with 5.9” travel up front and 5.3” in the rear, I felt this to be an ADV built more for my size, age and limited off-road chops. The CB500X runs a 471 cc liquid-cooled, DOHC parallel twin mill, same as in their CB500F, CBR500R, Rebel 500, and all-new SCL500 Scrambler. It’s a proven powerplant that punches above its weight class. I just wish it was a true 500. It’s closer to a 450 than a 500. Hmm, if Honda married this ADV setup with their CB650R mill,… (grinning at the thought)

Light, low enough, quick and nimble- I’m warming up to the ADV segment.

I also discovered the CB500X seems to love higher revs, for shifting and just running. The bike shifts through a 6-cog gearbox that’s butter smooth due to a slipper clutch, which I was pleasantly surprised to find on one of Honda’s smaller bikes. I’ve been running the rpms up in each gear to 5-6K between shifts, with a nice approving howl from the engine and exhaust. Did a stint out on Atlanta interstate with it (taking my life in my hands, I know), and noted the CB500X turns a tick over 6K rpm at 75-80 mph, growling at the surrounding traffic on my city’s somewhat treacherous highways. This is a fun little ADV to ride, that holds its own even on the occasional superhighway.

This is a rev-happy little powerplant.

I’ve been looking for more opportunities to get some practice on dirt and gravel roads near me here in semi-rural north central Georgia, and discovered a YouTube channel called MotoTrek with helpful videos about off-road motorcycling. With how manageable the CB500X feels, it’s been the perfect steed to go work on some skills. Standing up on the pegs, flexing a bit at the knees, comfortable, relaxed bar reach and grip, and letting the small ADV move around beneath me while on the throttle, all skills the folks at MotoTrek emphasize, is so easy and confidence inspiring on this Honda. This bike and their beginner videos are moving me forward.

Let’s go work on some dirt/gravel skills…

Phil G, our “media guru” turned some miles on and off road with the CB500X, but concludes, ”The bike is really too small for me. I’m folded up on it like a gorilla on a minibike.” Of course, Phil is cramped on most bikes beneath 700 cc, standing at about 6’2”. Phil loved the fit and feel of the Yamaha Tenere 700 and Triumph Tiger 900 Rally we sampled, while I am finding this smaller ADV fits me very well in the rider triangle. If you’re not comfortable on a bike, you’re not going to feel confident on it, and will be more prone to mishaps, accidents and even injury.

Comfort breeds confidence.

The Honda CB500X has no multiple ride modes, no switchable traction control, and no front or rear suspension adjustments. It does run an ABS, but it’s non-switchable. And yet, who really needs all those? I suppose some hard-core ADV enthusiasts might. Like the larger Yamaha Tenere, this is just elemental adventure motorcycling in a more compact and affordable package, with a motor well-tuned for midrange grunt and torque.

Road Dirt media specialist Phil G. felt a bit cramped on the CB500X. Gorilla on a minibike, indeed.

Ours came equipped with some Honda accessory farkles, as in an engine and front fairing guard, a 12V plugin port, rear pillion grab rails, and a pair of really nice removable hard bags and mounts. After the difficulties we all had with bags on the Honda Rebel 1100T , these are a breeze to open, shut and lock, or completely remove. And they’re decently spacious, with an adequate capacity for road tripping (unsure of actual size, and couldn’t find it on their site).

It should be noted that the Honda CB500X runs on cast wheels- a 19 inch front and a 17 inch rear. So it’s not really factory suited for heavy duty off-roading, bouncing off large inanimate objects, and “berm banging” like Phil calls it. It does have 4.3” of ground clearance, so road riding and light duty off-road suit this bike best, at least in factory setup. The bike has become a bit of a cult fave in the ADV world , with numerous aftermarket companies building and supplying all kinds of mods and add-ons, from spoked rims, beefier forks and shocks, to full world-traveling luggage kit.

The little Honda’s unobtrusive dash and cockpit setup. Nice array and layout.

I like the simple yet ably functional Nissin brake systems fore and aft, with a pair of radial mounted 310 mm discs up front and a single 240 mm pinching the rear. With the ABS, it’s a good setup, even if it’s non-switchable. I do a lot of engine braking while I ride anyway, and try to avoid the brake lever and foot brake when I’m on dirt and gravel, but I trust these Nissins when needing to put a squeeze on calipers.

With multi-color, multi-function, TFT and touchscreen displays on so many motorcycles these days, I like the simple, unobtrusive black/white display of this CB500X. It doesn’t force itself into my vision with vivid colors, curvy rpm lines, and overall bright white screens. It plainly and clearly shows me the basic info needed, as in mph, rpm, and range to E, with white alphanumerics on a black background. I like it. Oh, and the non-glare plexiglass screen they used is nice as well, when the sun is shining over your shoulder. No blinding reflection.

Perfect bike for getting my “dirt legs” back in shape.

I’ve spent most of my days with the nimble little CB500X just putting around my part of the state, throttling out through the countryside or sliding around some dirt and gravel roads working on my limited off-road skills. Mike Boyd, one of our contributors, owns one himself, a 2021 model, and completed a trip out west on it two summers ago. You can check out his story and photos HERE .

Not sure I’ll ever fully jump into the off-road ADV craze, but if I did pull that trigger, this Honda CB500X would be a frontrunner for consideration. I’ve felt that comfortable on it. You riders that stand around 5’9” and under, male and female, I think this would make an excellent choice for a capable road/dirt motorbike.

For more on the 2023 Honda CB500X, click here:

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15 Comments

Thanks for a well-written and thorough review.

Thank you Marco, and it was our pleasure. Definitely loved that little ADV.

I own a 2021, love the bike. I’m a 5’7, 175 lb, middle aged woman. it suits me very well.

It’s well suited for us shorter-in-the-inseam riders.

Hi! I am not a rider. My daughter is, with a Vulcan 800. I enjoyed your review and comments. Simple language. Thank you. P.S. I build 1/12 scale bikes. Wish you safe riding!

one correction, the cb500x does have rear shock preload adjustment

Good word, thanks RJM.

If you want over 20% power increase, replace the air box with K&N Velocity stacks, spike the cat. converter and replace the front sprocket with one tooth larger, and put it on a bike dyno. Amazing difference!

Wow, thanks for sharing!

Hi Belray Bill – very interesting !! Do you have B4 & after readings please ? Buying one for my son after owning a 2013 for a year which I can only praise !! He will welcome a few extra ponies !!

Best , Gareth

What brand/model bags did this bike have? Thanks

I’m assuming OEM Honda bags, installed on the bike prior to our taking possession.

I call bs on that one B B. What on earth makes you think that adding a tooth on the front sprocket is part of a 20% increase. Don’t even believe that K & Ns plus a new pipe would give you that.

Good article, I thouroughly enjoyed reading it, I am 5 feet 7, about 150 Ib. About 2 years ago I wanted to buy an adventure touring bike, I spent about 1 year doing tonnes of researches, I have narrowed down to 2 bikes, CB500X & Suzuki V-Strom 650. At the end I bought the V-Strom mainly due to I was given the opportunity to rest-ride the V-Strom, whereas my local Honda dealers wasn’t able to provide me a test ride. And there was also at that time year 2021, CB500X has not evolve to the current “perfection” yet, it was still single front brake disc then & other smaller refinements yet to materialized. But CB500X remain close to my heart, proven reliable & bullet-proof engine, easy to maintaine, good for filtering city traffic.

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2024 Honda NX500 review | Honda’s CB500X gets a new name and some key upgrades

• 5in TFT dash with connectivity
• HSTC as standard
• 1.5kg lighter wheels

At a glance

Overall rating.

On the face of it the new Honda NX500 adventure bike is simply a CB500X with a different name, set of new clothes, flashy TFT dash with connectivity inbuilt, lighter wheels, tweaked suspension and traction control (HSTC) fitted as standard. Which is basically what it is but you have to remember that these updates, while hardly ground-breaking, have been done to what is already the established benchmark in its class.

And that means the result is a bike that takes the already excellent Honda CB500X as a base (a bike that has won the Best A2-legal bike category in the MCN Awards a remarkable five times in succession) and makes it even better – which is no mean feat.

While certainly not the flashiest of machines, although its sharp new look certainly makes it more visually appealing than the CB500X, the NX500 (which stands for ‘New X-over’ if you were wondering...) sells on the fact it is incredibly practical, comfortable and easy-going. A bike that is equally effortless to ride through a city’s streets, on a long dual carriageway trek or spiritedly down a  twisty B-road, the NX is very hard to fault in any given scenario.

Its parallel twin motor is punchy where needed as well as smooth and vibe-free while its chassis, thanks to the upgraded suspension and lighter wheels, delivers a lovely plush ride quality. Add to this a new dash that is wonderfully clear and has the ability to be linked to a smartphone as well as incredible economy figures and you quickly see why the NX500 looks set to continue the CB500X’s success.

Ride quality & brakes

Unlike with some budget-conscious bikes, Honda haven’t skimped on the components that matter with the NX500 and you get inverted Showa SFF-BP forks, Nissin brake calipers (with ABS) and Dunlop Trailmax tyres , which makes all the difference to how the NX feels and responds.

A bike that instantly feels effortlessly relaxed, the Honda is pleasingly narrow and has a riding position with comfort at its core as well as a reassuringly low 830mm (it feels even lower due to the bike’s narrowness) seat height. Everything just feels right on the NX and even its new dash (shockingly for a Honda...) is intuitive and clear to read with just a single backlit toggle switch to swap between functions. It feels like a bike that is has done its time and evolved into a final and very compete package, which is exactly how it rides.

In town the NX’s light weight of just 196kg makes it easy to manoeuvre while on bumpy B-roads the Honda’s tweaked Showa suspension and new wheels deliver a wonderfully plush ride quality with compliance to absorb harsh jolts yet still enough support to prevent the bike pitching around when you want to be a bit more spirited.

It’s an absolute joy to ride, effortless in bends and providing the rider with lots of confidence thanks to quality tyres and its light and manageable weight. Add to this a motor that just like the rest of the bike has an air of refinement about it as well as a peppy mid-range punch and brakes with bags of feel and performance and it all results in a bike that is very hard to fault and easy to love.

Arguably its practicality and comfort could be improved slightly with an adjustable screen and a few extra features such as brush guards as standard but the overall balance of the bike, which is far more important than bolt-on trinkets, is spot on.

Honda haven’t seen fit to touch the parallel twin and it is identical in most ways to the CB500X’s unit, which is a good thing. Although they claim ECU improvements see it gain a bit of low-rpm acceleration and enhanced power delivery, you would be hard pressed to spot any difference and it makes the same A2-legal 46.7bhp with 31.7ftlb of torque as the CB did. That said, it does gain Honda’s traction control system (HSTC) for 2024, which can be deactivated if required. Not that there is any need to do so as it is a good system.

Just like the rest of the bike, the parallel twin motor is easy-going and friendly to use and has more than enough power to allow you to keep ahead of any traffic. Flat out it will top 100mph but it is far happier to sit between 60mph and 70mph, which is around 5000rpm and right in the meat of its torque curve.

Smooth and vibe-free, if you are in town the clutch action is lovely and light and when you need to work it, the gearbox is pleasingly slick. Some of its rival middleweight certainly deliver more top gear roll-on performance but the Honda’s engine has a proven track record for reliability and records over 60mpg, which is all you can ask for.

Reliability & build quality

The NX, just like the CB before it, is built in Thailand and not Japan, however this is no real issue as the build quality seems very impressive. Owners rave about the reliability of the CB500X and the updates Honda have done to create the NX500 shouldn’t do anything to harm this record.

Although it does lack a few features that would be nice to see as standard fitment, the Honda’s switchgear feels pleasingly robust (although Honda still insist on swapping the horn and indicator switch’s position) and it is great to see the dash-interface toggle switch is backlit – although none of the other switchgear is!

Value vs rivals

The NX500 is a cheap bike to both buy and run. Costing £6799 it can be had for less than £90 a month on a three-year PCP deal and you can certainly expect to record over 60mpg, possible even 70mpg if you take it a bit easy. That’s a range of around 250 miles from its 17.5-litre tank.

There aren’t that many middleweight crossover A2-legal bikes such as the NX500 but you could argue the bigger-capacity Kawasaki Versys 650 (£8029), Triumph Tiger Sport 660 (£8954) or Yamaha’s Tracer 7 (£8810) are rivals however its biggest challenge probably comes from the Voge DS525X (£6199), although the Chinese brand is far less established than Honda so it lacks buyer-confidence. To find our which one we reckon is best, head over to this adventure bike twin test .

With a 5in TFT dash that features connectivity to Honda’s RoadSync app and turn-by-turn navigation, traction control and ABS the NX500 is well-specified however an adjustable screen and a few other bolt-on parts wouldn’t go amiss and are quite expensive to buy as official Honda accessories.

Model history & versions

Model history.

New model for 2024 but heavily based on Honda CB500X

Other versions

The engine in the NX500 is also used in the Honda CBR500R and Honda CB500 Hornet , Honda CL500 and Honda CMX500 Rebel .

Owners' reviews for the HONDA NX500 (2024 - on)

1 owner has reviewed their HONDA NX500 (2024 - on) and rated it in a number of areas. Read what they have to say and what they like and dislike about the bike below.

Review your HONDA NX500 (2024 - on)

Bulletproof engine. Colour TFT dash with Bluetooth connectivity. Switchable traction control. Great fuel economy.

Great all rounder. Nissin brakes & showa suspension. Feels at home on dual carriage ways as well as on back roads. Not tested off road but that’s not what I bought it for.

Proven bulletproof engine with great longevity. Plenty enough power for what I use it for.

No problems so far but it’s a new bike. Previous models are known for reliability.

£400 service plan offered for first 3 services from dealership. 17.5 litre tank offers a good range.

New colour TFT dash with Bluetooth connectivity for music, navigation, calls etc. Good range of accessories. No problems with the dunlops.

Buying experience: C J Ball Norwich. Very good buying experience.

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Johnny Campbell to Lead Honda True Adventure Tour

American Honda announced today that 11-time Baja 1000 winner Johnny Campbell will lead a hybrid influencer/demo-ride event—the Honda True Adventure Tour—next month.

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Based around an adventure motorcycle ride from Northern Washington to Southern California, the event will feature social-media influencers riding Transalp and Africa Twin adventure bikes, with the group making periodic stops at Honda powersports dealerships for public demo rides. Making guest appearances at different points along the ride will be factory Monster Energy Honda riders Ricky Brabec (a two-time Dakar Rally winner) and Skyler Howes.

A total of approximately 1,500 miles in length, the Honda True Adventure Tour will start May 5 in Lakewood, Washington, with Campbell leading a group of four influencers to overnight stops in the Oregon municipalities of Sisters, Eugene and Coos Bay, before they finish up in Eureka, California. There, a second team of influencers will take the baton for an all-California stint, to include overnight stops in Roseville, Paso Robles and Huntington Beach, before the ride makes a ceremonial finish at the American Honda Collection Hall in Torrance on May 14.

Along the route, the group will stop at a trio of Honda powersports dealerships—Lakewood, Washington’s South Bound Motorsports on May 4; Roseville, California’s Roseville Honda Motorsports on May 11; and Huntington Beach, California’s Huntington Beach Honda on May 14. The public is invited to these stops, where they can meet Campbell and join Honda’s demo team in local rides aboard new Honda powersports models, including Transalps and Africa Twins.

“ADV enthusiasts know that springtime means riding time, so we can’t wait to get started on this adventure extravaganza,” said Jeremy McGuire, Senior Manager of Customer Engagement at American Honda. “With both influencer and demo-ride components, the Honda True Adventure Tour will give participants the opportunity to try out Honda’s adventure models firsthand, and the fact that it’s all being led by off-road legend Johnny Campbell makes it a can’t-miss. We look forward to seeing some great content from the participating influencers, and to spending quality time with our customers at the demo-ride events.”

For more information on the Honda True Adventure Ride demo rides, visit powersports.honda.com/events .

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American Honda announced today that 11-time Baja 1000 winner Johnny Campbell will lead a hybrid influencer/demo-ride event—the Honda True Adventure Tour—next month. Based around an adventure motorcycle ride from Northern Washington to Southern California, the event will feature social-media influencers riding Transalp and Africa Twin adventure bikes, with the group making periodic stops at Honda powersports dealerships for public demo rides. Making guest appearances at different points along the ride will be factory Monster Energy Honda riders Ricky Brabec (a two-time Dakar Rally winner) and Skyler Howes.

A total of approximately 1,500 miles in length, the Honda True Adventure Tour will start May 5 in Lakewood, Washington, with Campbell leading a group of four influencers to overnight stops in the Oregon municipalities of Sisters, Eugene and Coos Bay, before they finish up in Eureka, California. There, a second team of influencers will take the baton for an all-California stint, to include overnight stops in Roseville, Paso Robles and Huntington Beach, before the ride makes a ceremonial finish at the American Honda Collection Hall in Torrance on May 14.

Along the route, the group will stop at a trio of Honda powersports dealerships—Lakewood, Washington's South Bound Motorsports on May 4; Roseville, California's Roseville Honda Motorsports on May 11; and Huntington Beach, California's Huntington Beach Honda on May 14. The public is invited to these stops, where they can meet Campbell and join Honda's demo team in local rides aboard new Honda powersports models, including Transalps and Africa Twins.

"ADV enthusiasts know that springtime means riding time, so we can't wait to get started on this adventure extravaganza," said Jeremy McGuire, Senior Manager of Customer Engagement at American Honda. "With both influencer and demo-ride components, the Honda True Adventure Tour will give participants the opportunity to try out Honda's adventure models firsthand, and the fact that it's all being led by off-road legend Johnny Campbell makes it a can't-miss. We look forward to seeing some great content from the participating influencers, and to spending quality time with our customers at the demo-ride events."

For more information on the Honda True Adventure Ride demo rides, visit powersports.honda.com/events .

About American Honda American Honda Motor Co., Inc., is the sole distributor of Honda motorcycles, scooters, ATVs and Side-by-Sides in the United States. American Honda's Power Sports & Products Division conducts the sales, marketing and operational activities for these products through independent authorized Honda retail dealers. For more information on Honda products, go to powersports.honda.com .

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Honda joins EV race with historic $11B investment to build 240K EVs a year

Honda is finally joining the EV race after announcing a massive $11 billion (CAD$15 billion) investment to build four new EV plants in Canada. The historic investment will be used to build Canada’s first EV supply chain, enabling 240,000 Honda EVs to be made for the US and Canada annually.

Honda reveals game changing investment to build EVs

Honda announced its largest investment in Canada ever as it prepares for the electric era. The plans for a new Honda EV plant and stand-alone EV battery factory in Alliston, Ontario.

Once fully operational, the EV facility will be able to produce 240,000 EVs a year, while its battery plant will have capacity of 36 GWh per year. Production is expected to begin in 2028.

According to a press release from the prime minister’s office, Honda will build Canada’s first comprehensive EV supply chain. The project will include four new manufacturing plants in Ontario.

In addition to the EV plant and battery factory, Honda will build a cathode active material and precursor plant through a joint venture with POSCO Future M. A second is planned with Asahi Kasei Corp.

Justin Trudeau, prime minister of Canada, said Honda’s investment is a “game changer for manufacturing in Canada.” With a full supply chain, Honda expects to cut costs by over 20%.

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"With a full supply chain, Honda expects to cut costs by over 20%."

And there it is. I fully trust Honda to figure out an efficient and profitable way to make reasonably priced BEVs (while Toyota continues to whine about it).

So the Prologue is on sale now. Getting them on the road will completely depend on Honda properly marketing. I think I would take a Prologue over an ID.4.

Honda aims for EVs and FCEVS to account for 100% of vehicle sales by 2040. Honda also invested $700 million to retool three Ohio plants to serve as its hub for future EV and EV battery production.

Meanwhile, Honda’s first electric SUV, the Honda Prologue, went on sale earlier this year. Starting at $47,400 (excluding destination), the Prologue offers up to 296 miles range.

With the $7,500 federal tax credit, the Prologue’s starting price can fall to as low as $39,900 (excluding destination).

Lace Woelfer, VP of Honda America National Auto Sales, said the Honda Prologue hits the “sweet spot” as a sporty, stylish electric SUV.

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2024 Honda Civic Sedan Touring Review: Still a Benchmark

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Two years ago, the latest generation Honda Civic earned the AutoGuide 2022 Car of the Year Award. With a fantastic blend of refinement, composure, performance, and comfort, we were quite impressed with Honda's small sedan.

Now, two years later, we are revisiting the Civic to see if we're still as smitten with the car as we were before. For evaluation, we have a 2024 Honda Civic Sedan Touring and, spoiler alert, it's still (mostly) good.

When the latest generation Honda Civic hit our roads, we were impressed. In fact, we were so thoroughly taken by the compact car’s ability to do everything quite well, it ended up winning the AutoGuide Car of the Year Award for 2022 .

Fast forward two years and we are revisiting our slightly older friend, to see if the Civic still has what it takes. The auto industry never stands still and in the span of just 24 months, a lot can change.

What’s New for 2024: Not Much

The Honda Civic rolls into the 2024 model yeah virtually unchanged. A big update is coming next year , which will include new technology, updated styling, and the inclusion of a hybrid model. For now, the Civic soldiers on, outfitted much like it was in 2022.

Exterior Style: Subtle Sophistication

When the 2022 Honda Civic debuted, it ditched some of the funkier, trendy styling elements the previous generations featured. The car was now more restrained, more sophisticated. This doesn’t mean it has a poor design, as we quite like it. It’s just a shapely proportion fitting the sedan’s increased size. At a total length of 184.0-inches (4,673 mm) long, the 2024 Honda Civic is bigger than a 2002 Accord.

For our evaluation, we have a top-of-the-line Civic Touring that gets a few exclusive exterior items such as heated mirrors with integrated turn signals and LED fog lights.

Powertrain and Fuel Economy: Punchy and Frugal

While on the topic of exclusivity, the Touring trim is one of two trims in the USA that includes the more potent turbocharged engine. In Canada, the Touring is the only trim with the boosted four-cylinder.

That engine is Honda’s now-quite-familiar 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that develops 180 horsepower and 177 pound feet of torque. In the Touring, the only transmission available is a continuously variable automatic transmission.

The 1.5-liter unit is not a sports engine, at least in this configuration. But with 180 hp, it’s so well matched for the Civic. It never lacks the needed power, no matter the load or situation. The engine is so smooth to build rpms quickly - like a good Honda should. Would we like the extra oomph from the Acura Integra’s engine? Sure, but we can’t complain with what we have here.

Like most modern cars, the Civic has drive modes, including Econ, Normal, Sport. On regular grade fuel, the little turbo is quite frugal, achieving an officially rated 31 mpg (7.6 L/100 km) city and 38 mpg (6.1 L/100 km) highway.

Handling and Drivability: Feels Like a Honda

This Civic uses a suspension set-up that includes struts up front and a multi-link design at the back. On the Touring, larger 18-inch wheels are included wearing 235/40R18 all season tires. Another important figure to mention is the Civic Sedan’s curb weight. At 3,077 pounds (1,371 kg) as tested, it's positively svelte compared to some competitors – especially considering the car’s size. Opt for a lower trim model, and weight dips well below 3,000 pounds (1,360 kg).

Another strong Honda trait that’s not lost with the latest Civic is steering feel. It has good weight, feel, and a relatively low turning ratio. Even though our tester was on winter tires, there is still abundant mechanical grip when tackling corners at speed. The steering and chassis let the driver know how close to the edge of grip they are.

2024 Honda Civic Sedan Touring Competitors

• Hyundai Elantra
• Toyota Camry
• Volkswagen Jetta

Ride Quality and Comfort: Striking a Balance

On the road, the Civic Sedan still feels more refined than most anything in this class. It even feels more planted and well-crafted than some mid-size sedans, which makes sense considering the Civic’s size. There’s a great balance of handling capabilities and ride comfort, as the car doesn’t stray too far onto either category.

During our week with the car a rear tire inhaled a large nail and slowly went flat. The suspension is so well designed to absorb bumps, I couldn’t feel just how dangerously low the tire pressure was. It was the horrendous noise emitting from the right rear, as the tire belts wailed in agony, that alerted me to the issue.

Inside, passengers front and rear are treated with ample space. Those in the front seats receive 39.3 inches (998 mm) of headroom and 42.3 inches (1,074 mm) of legroom. Rear seat occupants have a more squared off living space, with 37.1 inches (942 mm) of headroom and 37.4 inches (950 mm) of legroom.

Regardless of where one sits, there’s as much real-world space as found in the specifications chart. With the power driver's seat all the way to its lowest setting, the driver is sunk down quite a bit in the cabin. This allows taller drivers to fit behind the wheel, but some shorter drivers might feel low in relation to the dashboard and side windowsills.

As the Touring trim, it includes some comfort goodies like a rear seat center armrest, a power driver’s seat, leather seats, a power passenger seat, and heated front seats. In Canada, there are also a heated steering wheel and heated rear seats. Sorry America, those items are completely absent from the Civic Sedan.

Interior Style and Quality: Simple, But Useful

After three model years on the market, the interior shine has not dulled. We still like the design and look of the interior, even if it’s showing up in more and more Honda products. The honeycomb grille is still great way to break up the dash and add functionality with the vents.

That stated, the interior isn’t the most stylish, nor technologically advance. But everything inside is logically placed, works, and is easy to operate. For example, the digital driver’s information center has fewer layouts and screen customizations than some competitors, but all the information that is needed is there and I found it easy to adjust to my liking.

Tech and Safety: As Expected for the Big Dog

That driver’s information center resides within a 10.2-inch screen, while a 9-inch infotainment touchscreen sits to the right. Since we have the Touring trim, audio is emitted through a Bose 12 speaker sound system.

Being the top-of-the-line trim, our tester also includes niceties like a moonroof, rain sensing wipers, dual-zone automatic climate control, HomeLink remote system, automatic dimming rear-view mirror, as well as wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

All Honda Civic Sedans come standard with safety features like collision mitigation, road departure mitigation, adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, driver attention monitor, and more. Our tester includes the blind spot monitor, which is available on the top two trims in USA, as well as the top 3 trims in Canada. Exclusive to Touring in both countries though, are rear cross traffic alert and parking sensors.

Value Dollars and Sense: Competitive in a Small Field

In the dwindling class of compact cars, the Civic Sedan is one of the pricier options. The least expensive model retails for $25,045 (all prices include destination) in the United States, while our test car came in at $32,100. That's about $2,000-$3,000 more than equivalent competitors. But it is the benchmark, so you get what you pay for.

Other than the charge for the upgraded paint, no options are available on the Touring trim level. In Canada, the Civic Sedan starts at $28,620, with a Touring model featuring the upgraded paint coming in at $36,630.

Final Thoughts: 2024 Honda Civic Sedan Touring

Even after 3 years on the road, the Civic Sedan is still towards, if not at, the head of the compact car class. In fact, with how well-crafted and spacious the new Civic is, it’s hard to rationalize stepping up to the Accord. Even the argument for getting a hybrid drivetrain in the Accord will soon disappear as the Civic Hybrid is coming next year.

That brings us to the next point. With how much we like the current Civic, next year it should be even better. If you can wait a year, it’s probably worth the delay to get the refreshed 2025 Honda Civic. For those that can’t wait, the current model is still a great, albeit pricey purchase.

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2024 Honda Civic Sedan Touring FAQs

• Q: What is the Touring package on the Honda Civic?
• A: The Touring is the top trim of the Civic sedan.
• Q: What gas does the Honda Touring take?
• A: The 2024 Honda Civic Touring takes regular unleaded gas.
• Q: Is the Honda Civic Touring good on gas?
• A: Although it has the lowest fuel economy rating of the Civic range, the Touring is still quite good on gas.

A 20+ year industry veteran, Mike rejoins the AutoGuide team as the Managing Editor. He started his career at a young age working at dealerships, car rentals, and used car advertisers. He then found his true passion, automotive writing. After contributing to multiple websites for several years, he spent the next six years working at the head office of an automotive OEM, before returning back to the field he loves. He is a member of the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC), and Midwest Automotive Media Association (MAMA). He's the recipient of a feature writing of the year award and multiple video of the year awards.

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The Zurich Classic of New Orleans, the PGA TOUR's only two-man team event, uses an alternating-round Four-ball and Foursomes format. The first and third rounds are played as Four-ball (best ball), and the second and final rounds are played as Foursomes (alternate shot).

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Each player on the winning team will receive 400 FedExCup points, with each player on the runner-up team receiving 162.5 points. After the second round, the top 33 teams and ties will make the cut; all teams that make the cut will receive FedExCup points.

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Our DCT enhances the riding experience by letting you focus on the road and world around you, making each mile even better.

FREEDOM FROM SHIFTING

With DCT, without the hassle of shifting, you’re free to enjoy every curve and every straightaway, on every ride.

PADDLE SHIFTING

Choose Manual Mode, and you can override the automatic shifting on the fly with a pair of handlebar-mounted fingertip shifters.

PROVEN Honda DURABILITY

Because our DCT is built with steel gears inside, there are no drive belts to slip, break, or burn up, and there’s no torque converter. They’re as tough and efficient as any manual gearbox.

SELECTABLE RIDE MODES

Programmed Ride Modes like Tour, Sport, Econ and Rain allow you to adjust the Gold Wing’s ride character. There’s even a special slow-speed Walking Mode, and of course a manual mode that lets you shift via handlebar-mounted shifters.

REAL-WORLD CONVENIENCE

No clutch means no hunting for neutral, and a left hand that’s freed up to activate a garage-door opener, pay at a toll booth, or use a parking key card.

F1 TECHNOLOGY

Supercars and Formula 1 racers use paddle-shift transmissions because they offer the fastest, most efficient shifting and deliver consistent power to the ground.

LOW-SPEED MANEUVERING

DCT’s seamless power delivery is a big benefit in low-speed situations like parking lots.

HILL START ASSIST

Eliminate the drama that comes with stopping and restarting on a steep incline. DCT lets you twist and go.

AVOID THE CLUNK

Ever knock helmets with your passenger when shifting? That won’t happen with DCT.

GOLD WINGS AVAILABLE WITH DCT

Gold Wing Automatic DCT

DISCOVER Honda’s DCT

A Honda exclusive, our Automatic DCT delivers huge advantages in performance and ride character.

PERFORMANCE

Electronics, comfort and cargo.

The Gold Wing’s horizontally opposed six-cylinder engine is famously smooth and powerful. The latest version is an 1833cc design that’s over 13 pounds lighter than previous generations (more than eight pounds less for our DCT trims). STANDARD ON: ALL TRIMS

DOUBLE WISHBONE FRONT SUSPENSION

One look and your eyes will immediately go to the Gold Wing’s radical, Honda-engineered double-wishbone front suspension. The innovative design lets us move both the engine and the rider/passenger closer to the front wheel, giving you more room for added comfort as well as stellar handling. STANDARD ON: ALL TRIMS

Available as an optional feature, HomeLink® lets you integrate your new Gold Wing Tour with devices in your home. A typical example: you can open your home’s garage door without any dedicated controller—just touch a switch on your bike’s center console. No more fumbling, and no hassle.

LARGER TRUNK

The Gold Wing Tour's trunk holds 61 liters. That means in most cases you can get two XXL full-face helmets in there. Combined, the trunk and saddlebags give you 121 liters of storage—plenty to hold what you need for a weekend’s travels. Available accessories include an auto-on interior light, a luggage rack, and more.

Your new Gold Wing’s audio system is an excellent example of state-of-the-art electronic technology. In addition to listening to music, with an available Bluetooth * headset you can make or answer phone calls without taking off your helmet. In addition to a standard USB connector, options include a separate passenger audio control switch, a high-output amplifier and speakers, Sirius XM ® satellite radio, a CB radio, and more. Plus, there’s a second USB connector in the left saddlebag of all Gold Wing models.

ANDROID AUTO COMPATIBILITY

Great news for Android users—With the July 2020 software update, Gold Wings from 2018 onwards are now Android Auto TM compatible, including all our new 2024 models. That means you can connect your Android phone to your Gold Wing to access Google Assistant, and to use navigation tools like Google Maps, Waze and more. Plus, you’ll have access to weather, playlists, music-streaming services and telephone numbers. Available Bluetooth ®-compatible headsets let you communicate easily too.* And with more and more apps available all the time, Android Auto and Honda software updates keep your bike’s technology right on the cutting edge.

Apple CarPlay™ COMPATIBILITY

The Gold Wing’s introduction of Apple CarPlay TM*1 was a first for the motorcycle industry! Apple CarPlay seamlessly integrates your iPhone ®*1 to access Apple Maps ® , Apple Music ® , and other services easily. You’ll have access to weather, playlists, and telephone numbers while aboard. Available Bluetooth ®*2 -enabled wireless headsets let you communicate more easily than ever. And best of all, with more apps available every day, Apple CarPlay keeps your bike’s technology and convenience on the cutting edge.

Every Gold Wing and Gold Wing Tour is equipped with a big, bright, seven-inch full-color TFT LCD screen to display routes and other navigation information. Plus, since it’s equipped with a gyrocompass, the system even functions inside a tunnel. Independent of the Apple CarPlay™ or Android Auto feature, it works with or without your phone. Added bonus only by Honda: 10 years of free map updates!

VEHICLE SETTINGS

Your new Gold Wing is packed with smart rider aids. A glance at the dash keeps you informed of things like ride mode (Tour, Sport, Rain, Econ), rear suspension preload settings (solo, with passenger, loaded, unloaded on Tour models), tire pressure* and much more.

Engine Type

1833cc liquid-cooled horizontally opposed six-cylinder four-stroke

Bore And Stroke

73.0mm x 73.0mm

Compression Ratio

Valve train.

Unicam SOHC; four valves per cylinder

Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI); 50mm throttle body

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Put-in tours

Original tour agency in moscow and st petersburg..

Onboard a Soviet van!

Welcome to Russia!

We are Sergey and Simon, a Russian and a Frenchman, both  passionate about Moscow, Saint-Petersburg and classic cars. Together, we have created Put-in tours. Our goal is to help you experience Russian culture off the beaten path. Join us onboard our classic Soviet van and let’s get rolling!

In Moscow we offer you a city tour to discover most of the city in an original way as well as a night tour to admire the lights. Our pubcrawl is ideal to explore Moscow’s night-life and have fun. If you are craving to discover Russian culture, come impress your senses during our monastery diner or join our 100% Russian Banya Excursion . The latest will also bring you to Sergiyev Posad and it’s famous monastery!

For the most extreme travellers, our shooting tour will deliver your daily dose of adrenaline whereas our tank excursion will let you ride a real tank and shoot a bazooka.

We also offer help to receive your visa , safe and multilingual airport transfers , as well as organisation services for team-building events or bachelor parties .

All our excursions (but the monastery diner) happen onboard our Soviet military vans and can be covered by our  professionnal photographer or videographer.

In Saint Petersburg

We welcome you in Saint Petersburg onboard our Soviet van to discover the imperial city with our city tour and night tour .

Continue your discovery in style! The adrenaline lovers will like our shooting tour  which brings 3 Russian weapons to the tip of your trigger finger.

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At Put-in tours, we put you in our classic Soviet vans to go explore Moscow, Saint Petersburg and Russian culture off the beaten path. Discover our Moscow city guided tour, visit Moscow by night, join our banya & Sergiyev Posad excursion, visit and dine in one of Moscow's oldest monastery or even Luzhniki stadium, before you party on our famous pubcrawl! Original and atypical tours : Shoot AK47 and a bazooka after riding on a tank with our tank & bazooka excursion ! Extreme tours: Fly a fighter jet in Moscow onboard a L-29 or L-39 aircraft!

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Highlights:.

• Hit the Red Square;
• Explore the nooks and crannies of Alexander Garden;
• Get a taste of the ancient Kitay Gorod;
• Learn about the tragic destiny of the Christ the Savior Cathedral;
• Roam through the heart of Moscow.

Walking Tour Itinerary:

Here are our TOP 7 things to help you start your Russian adventure or tick off before you say goodbye to Moscow.

Wander around the vast cobblestone square with rich past, gorgeous architecture, incredible GUM , bright colors of the Kremlin and swirling Saint Basil’s Cathedral .

Kitay Gorod

Walk across the Red Square to see the embankment of old Moscow river and plunge into the atmosphere of ancient Russian village where nobles preferred to settle in XV century.

Varvarka street

Walk up Varvarka street to find the landmark of Kitay Gorod - Palace of the Romanov Boyars, which was built in the XVI century and where lived the first Tsar from the Romanov dynasty.

Old English Court

Look at the Old English Court , which used to be the English Embassy in Moscow and where Ivan the Terrible confined the envoy from England, because Queen Elizabeth I refused to marry him.

Alexander Garden

Watch the solemn ceremony of the Changing of the guards , pay respect to the eternal flame at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier , and the stone Grotto , The huge fountain in the centre adds a sophisticated feel to the almost 200 year old garden.

Christ the Savior Cathedral

Walk to the cathedral which is of a great cultural value to Russians. Its marvelous exterior, enormous golden domes, colossal bronze doors and pristine white walls will touch your feelings.

Patriarch’s Bridge

Pause on the bridge and marvel at the Kremlin, river cruises, monument after Peter the Great and Red October Chocolate Factory , which is now a nightlife hub for youngsters.

About Moscow:

We picked up a list of article that might be useful and helpful to you during your stay in Moscow. These are things to do in Moscow, tips about Moscow, best cafes in Moscow and simply fun facts about Moscow. Enjoy reading!

Before coming to Moscow:

• Our fun guides sharing their observations about their tours and best practices:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-private-guides-on-tours-in-moscow
• What you should know about Moscow:  
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/5-things-to-know-before-you-go-to-moscow

Off the beaten path of Moscow:

• Kitay Gorod:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-must-see-fun-facts-about-kitay-gorod
• Zamoskvorechye:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-must-see-fun-facts-about-zamoskvorechye
• White City:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-off-the-beaten-path-white-city  

The best parks in Moscow:

• Muzeon Statues Park:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-off-the-beaten-path-muzeon-park
• Gorky Park: 
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-gorky-park
• Tsaritsino Park: 
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-must-see-37-reasons-to-visit-tsaritsyno
• Kolomenskoe Park:
•   https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/things-to-do-in-moscow-kolomenskoe-museum-reserve

The most historical and beautiful streets of Moscow:

• Arbat  srreet: 
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/things-to-do-in-moscow-arbat-street
• Tverskaya street: 
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-things-to-do-tverskaya-street
• Downtown of Moscow: 
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/things-to-do-moscow-streets

What to do in Moscow:

• How to have a Real Russian Experience:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/real-russian-experience
• Things to do in Moscow:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/21-things-to-do-in-moscow
• Architectural masterpieces, hidden gems of Moscow:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/things-to-do-in-moscow-off-the-beaten-path
• Top Moscow attractions:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/top-10-moscow-attractions

Budget travel:

• How to have fun in Moscow for less than $4:
• How to save money in Moscow:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/7-ways-to-save-money-while-travelling-to-moscow

Cafes & restaurants in Moscow:

• Moscow cafes with Russian breakfast:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-cafes-with-russian-breakfast
• Best Moscow restaurants:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/best-moscow-restaurants
• Best coffee shops in Moscow:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-best-coffee-shops

Moscow Metro:

• Facts about Moscow Metro:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/fun-facts-about-moscow-metro
• Myths about Moscow Metro:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/7-myths-about-moscow-metro
• Facts about Moscow:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/fun-facts-50-facts-about-moscow
• Fun Facts about Kremlin:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/33-fun-facts-from-our-kremlin-tours
• The best flea markets in Moscow:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-best-flea-markets
• Top 5 Russian souvenirs:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/top-5-russian-souvenirs

What you get:

• + A friend in Moscow.
• + Private & customized Moscow tour.
• + An exciting pastime, not just boring history lessons.
• + An authentic experience of local life.
• + Flexibility during the walking tour: changes can be made at any time to suit individual preferences.
• + Amazing deals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the very best cafes & restaurants. Discounts on weekdays (Mon-Fri).
• + A photo session amongst spectacular Moscow scenery that can be treasured for a lifetime.
• + Good value for souvenirs, taxis, and hotels.
• + Expert advice on what to do, where to go, and how to make the most of your time in Moscow.

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