NX500
471cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin four-stroke
Six-speed
41mm fork; 5.9-inch travel
Pro-Link® single shock; 5.3-inch travel
32.8 inches
Transferable, unlimited-mileage limited warranty. One year included
Engine
| Engine Type | 471cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Bore And Stroke | 67.0mm x 66.8mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 |
| Valve Train | DOHC; four valves per cylinder |
| Induction | PGM-FI with 34mm throttle bodies |
Drive Train
| Transmission | Six-speed |
|---|---|
| Final Drive | #520 O-ring-sealed chain; 15T/41T |
Chassis Suspension Brakes
| Front Suspension | 41mm fork; 5.9-inch travel |
|---|---|
| Rear Suspension | Pro-Link® single shock; 5.3-inch travel |
| Front Brake | Dual 296mm discs with four-piston calipers; ABS |
| Rear Brake | Single 240mm disc; ABS |
| Front Tire | 110/80-19 |
| Rear Tire | 160/60-17 |
Dimensions
| Rake | 27.0° |
|---|---|
| Trail | 4.3 inches |
| Wheelbase | 56.8 inches |
| Seat Height | 32.8 inches |
| Fuel Capacity | 4.7 gallons |
| Curb Weight | 432 pounds (Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel—ready to ride.) |
| Ground Clearance | 7.1 inches |
Other
| Model ID | NX500A |
|---|---|
| Emissions | Meets current EPA standards. Models sold in California meet current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment. |
| Available Colors | Matte Black Metallic |
Factory Warranty Information
| One Year Included | Transferable, unlimited-mileage limited warranty |
|---|---|
| Optional Extended | Extended coverage available with a HondaCare® Protection Plan |
Adventure starts here
DOHC twin-cylinder engine
Featuring a 471cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine, this mid-sized motorcycle strikes the perfect balance between power and agility.
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.
Adventure styling
This adventure bike looks right—tough, capable, no-nonsense. Plus, the posture and seating position let you move around freely.
Tall windscreen
This motorcycle's tall windscreen provides excellent protection from the elements and enhances the bike's rugged adventure look.
Be a trailblazer
Exhaust
We gave it a muffler with twin outlets. It’s a little thing, but it’ll make you smile every time you ride.
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.
Multi-spoke cast wheels
These lightweight multi-spoke cast-aluminum wheels are stylish, easy to clean, enhance handling, and just plain make sense.
Passenger handholds
Sturdy passenger handholds provide security for your passenger or tie-down points for smaller cargo items.
LED lighting
The LED headlight and multi-facet reflector provide ample visibility with its clean and rugged design.
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