NX500 Features
DOHC twin-cylinder engine
Featuring a 471cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine, this mid-sized motorcycle strikes the perfect balance between power and agility.
Programmed Fuel Injection
The PGM-FI continuously monitors several variables to ensure the correct fuel mixture is delivered for the existing riding and atmospheric conditions for crisp throttle response.
Exhaust
We gave it a muffler with twin outlets. It’s a little thing, but it’ll make you smile every time you ride.
Inverted fork
Its inverted Showa Separate Function Fork--Big Piston (SFF-BP) design front end enhances the bike's rigidity, providing more precise steering input and feedback.
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
The ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) is a standard feature, allowing you to make smoother and more controlled stops even in unfavorable riding conditions.
Pro-Link® rear suspension
It features a Honda Pro-Link® rear suspension with a nine-stage adjustable preload shock and large-diameter internals for better damping characteristics and a smoother ride.
Lightweight swingarm
The new swingarm is nearly two pounds stronger and lighter than the previous design, which is one reason for the exceptional handling of all Honda 500 models.
Steel-tube frame
This bike's diamond-shaped steel-tube mainframe with four mounts connecting to the engine provides a solid foundation for superior ride, handling, and generous ground clearance.
Multi-spoke cast wheels
These lightweight multi-spoke cast-aluminum wheels are stylish, easy to clean, enhance handling, and just plain make sense.
Slipper/assist clutch
The slipper/assist clutch reduces clutch-lever effort by 45 percent compared to previous systems and automatically locks up tight upon release.
Smoother transmission
Our engineers profiled the shift dogs in the transmission to help you get smoother shifts every time. You’ll never see these parts, but you’ll feel their effects.
Adventure styling
This adventure bike looks right—tough, capable, no-nonsense. Plus, the posture and seating position let you move around freely.
Passenger handholds
Sturdy passenger handholds provide security for your passenger or tie-down points for smaller cargo items.
Tall windscreen
This motorcycle's tall windscreen provides excellent protection from the elements and enhances the bike's rugged adventure look.
Digital instrumentation
An easy-to-read TFT screen features a digital speedometer, tachometer, clock, odometer, trip meter, real-time and average fuel consumption meters, and illuminated engine diagnostic indicators.
LED lighting
The LED headlight and multi-facet reflector provide ample visibility with its clean and rugged design.