Honda CB 500X
- Production years
- 2012–2013
- Brand
- Honda
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Selected year: 2013
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 471 cm³
- Wet weight
- 195 kg
- Seat height
- 810 mm
Overview
The 2013 Honda CB 500X is an adventure motorcycle from the CB family. Its liquid-cooled, 471 cm³ parallel-twin produces 43 Nm of torque at 7,500 rpm, and the motorcycle weighs 195 kg.
The 810 mm seat height may make stopping with both feet down harder for shorter riders. Suspension travel is 4.9 in at the front and 4.7 in at the rear, and the rear preload adjusts through nine positions; a slipper clutch helps calm the rear wheel during hard downshifts. The 17 L tank gives you room to carry fuel, while the sealed chain drive needs chain cleaning and lubrication.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Engine capacity
- 471 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 10.7:1
- Stroke
- 66 mm
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Torque
- 43 Nm at 7,500 rpm
- Gearbox
- Manual 6-speed
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Fuel capacity
- 17 L
- Ground clearance
- 165 mm
- Overall length
- 2,096 mm
- Overall width
- 823 mm
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Wet weight
- 195 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,420 mm
Pros and cons
Advantages
Adjustable rear preload
Nine preload positions let you tailor the rear suspension for different loads.
Slipper clutch
It helps keep the rear wheel calmer during hard downshifts.
Useful suspension travel
The 4.9 in front and 4.7 in rear travel give the suspension room to absorb bumps.
Things to consider
Tall seat
At 810 mm, the seat may make it harder for shorter riders to get both feet down at stops.
Chain maintenance
The sealed chain still needs regular cleaning and lubrication.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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Estimated from your height: 79 cm
How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Both feet likely flat
You should have a stable stance at a stop, although seat width and suspension setup still matter.
Seat height
810 mm
Approx. loaded height
780 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 17 L at 5.5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
309 km
With 10% reserve
278 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
What is the engine size of the 2013 Honda CB 500X?
It has a liquid-cooled, 471 cm³ parallel-twin engine.
How much torque does the 2013 Honda CB 500X produce?
It produces 43 Nm of torque at 7,500 rpm.
How tall is the seat on the 2013 Honda CB 500X?
The seat height is 810 mm.
How much fuel does the 2013 Honda CB 500X hold?
Its fuel capacity is 17 L.
