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Honda NX500

The Honda NX500 is a current 471 cc motorcycle. BikeWale lists 46.9 bhp @ 8600 rpm maximum power and 43 Nm @ 6500 rpm maximum torque. It has a 17.5 litres fuel tank. It weighs 196 kg.

Engine
471 cc
Max power
46.9 bhp @ 8600 rpm
Max torque
43 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Fuel tank
17.5 litres
Kerb weight
196 kg

About the Honda NX500

Overview

The Honda NX500 is a motorcycle from Honda. It is currently on sale. With a 471 cc engine it sits in the middleweight 450–800 cc class.

Engine and performance

Power comes from a 471 cc twin-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that makes 46.9 bhp at 8,600 rpm and 43 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm. Divide power by kerb weight and it has about 243 PS per tonne; by that measure, it is lively, with easy overtakes and relaxed highway speeds. It has electric start.

Gearbox

It has a 6-speed manual gearbox with a 1-down, 5-up shift pattern, and a chain carries drive to the rear wheel.

Chassis, brakes and tyres

It is built around a steel diamond frame. Suspension is by showa 41mm SFF-BP upside-down (USD) front forks at the front and Pro-Link mono-suspension at the rear. Braking is by a 296 mm disc at the front and a 240 mm disc at the rear, with dual-channel ABS. ABS on both wheels keeps either tyre from locking under hard braking. It rides on 19-inch front and 17-inch rear alloy wheels with tubeless tyres — 110/80 - R19 at the front and 160/60 - R17 at the rear.

Size, comfort and range

The seat is 830 mm off the ground, which is on the tall side, so shorter riders may want to try it first. It weighs 196 kg ready to ride, which is on the heavy side, so moving it by hand takes some effort. Ground clearance is 181 mm — enough for most speed breakers. It is 2,165 mm long, with 1,447 mm between the axles. It carries 17.5 L of fuel.

Features and equipment

Equipment includes 5 " TFT Display with Brightness Control, an LED headlamp, call and SMS alerts, gear position indicator, shift light and low fuel indicator. Safety equipment includes engine kill switch, side-stand engine cut-off, side-stand warning, traction control and malfunction indicator.

Owning one

For the Honda NX500, Mechiee offers a fixed ₹2,199 doorstep service.

Care notes for this model

Recommended tyre pressures are 29 psi front and 36 psi rear, solo or with a pillion. Its chain drive needs regular cleaning, lubrication and slack adjustment.

Honda NX500 specifications

These figures come from a single publication (BikeWale) and have not been confirmed against the manufacturer. Exact values can differ slightly by variant and model year.

Engine & performance

Displacement
471 cc
Configuration
2 Cylinder, Liquid Cooled
Starting
Self Start
Maximum power
46.9 bhp @ 8600 rpm
Maximum torque
43 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Transmission
Manual
Gears
6 speed
Clutch
E-Clutch
Final drive
Chain Drive
Bore x stroke
67 mm x 66.8 mm
Compression ratio
10.7:1
Emission norm
BS6 Phase 2
Spark plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Gear shift pattern
1 Down 5 Up
Riding range (claimed mileage x tank)
463.8 km

Dimensions & capacity

Length
2165 mm
Width
829 mm
Height
1413 mm
Wheelbase
1447 mm
Ground clearance
181 mm
Seat height
830 mm
Kerb weight
196 kg
Fuel tank
17.5 litres
Fuel reserve
2.6 litres

Brakes, suspension & tyres

Front brake
Disc, 296 mm, 4 piston caliper
Rear brake
Disc, 240 mm, 1 piston caliper
Braking system
Dual Channel ABS
Front suspension
Showa 41mm SFF-BP upside-down (USD) front forks
Rear suspension
Pro-Link mono-suspension
Front tyre
110/80 - R19
Rear tyre
160/60 - R17
Wheels
Alloy
Tyre type
Tubeless
Wheel size
Front - 19 inch, Rear - 17 inch
Tyre pressure (rider only)
Front - 29 psi, Rear - 36 psi
Tyre pressure (with pillion)
Front - 29 psi, Rear - 36 psi

Chassis & frame

Frame type
Steel Diamond

Electricals

Battery
12V, 7.4Ah
Headlamp
LED Headlamp
Instrument console
5 " TFT Display with Brightness Control
Tail lamp
LED
Indicators
LED

Features & technology

  • Call and SMS alerts
  • Gear position indicator
  • Shift light
  • Low fuel indicator

Safety

  • Dual Channel ABS
  • Engine kill switch
  • Side-stand engine cut-off
  • Side-stand warning
  • Traction control
  • Malfunction indicator

Sources: BikeWale

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Owning the Honda NX500

  • Mechiee doorstep service

    ₹2,199

    Mechiee's fixed doorstep service price for this model.

Maintaining the Honda NX500

  • Routine servicing

    Follow the schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. A regular service is the cheapest way to catch small problems before they become expensive ones.

  • Engine oil & filter

    Engine oil is the single most important consumable to keep fresh. Top up between services if the level drops, and change it on schedule.

  • Brake inspection

    With Disc, 296 mm, 4 piston caliper and Disc, 240 mm, 1 piston caliper brakes, check pad or shoe wear, lever and pedal free play, and braking feel at every service.

  • Chain cleaning & lubrication

    A clean, correctly tensioned and lubricated chain lasts longer and wastes less power. Check slack regularly, especially after riding in rain or dust.

  • Coolant & cooling system

    A liquid-cooled engine relies on coolant. Check the level and look over hoses and the radiator for leaks or damage, and replace coolant as the owner's manual directs.

  • Air filter & spark plug

    A clogged air filter or worn spark plug shows up as hard starting, weak throttle response and poorer fuel economy. Both are checked at a regular service and replaced when worn.

  • Disc brake fluid

    Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, which lowers its boiling point. Have its level and condition checked and change it on the interval in the owner's manual.

  • Tyre inspection

    This bike runs 110/80 - R19 / 160/60 - R17 tyres. Check pressure, tread depth and sidewalls, and replace tyres that are worn or cracked.

  • Battery & electricals

    The battery is listed as 12V, 7.4Ah. Weak starting, dim lights or a flickering console are early signs the battery or charging system needs a look.

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Compare with similar Honda bikes

Manufacturer figures for each bike. A dash means the value is not published in our sources.

SpecificationHonda NX500Honda CB500FHonda CBR500RHonda Rebel 500
Engine471 cc471 cc471 cc471 cc
Max power46.9 bhp @ 8600 rpm47.5 PS @ 8600 rpm47.5 PS @ 8600 rpm34 kW @ 8500 rpm
Max torque43 Nm @ 6500 rpm43 Nm @ 6500 rpm43 Nm @ 6500 rpm43.3 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Gears6 speed6-speed6-speed6-speed
Kerb weight196 kg189 kg192 kg—
Fuel tank17.5 litres17.1 L17.1 L—
Front brakeDisc, 296 mm, 4 piston caliperDisc, 320 mmDisc, 320 mmDisc - 296 mm
Rear brakeDisc, 240 mm, 1 piston caliperDisc, 240 mmDisc, 240 mmDisc - 240 mm

Honda NX500 specs explained

What the technical terms on this page mean.

ABS
Anti-lock braking system. It stops a wheel locking up during hard braking so the rider can keep steering. A single-channel system works on one wheel, usually the front; a dual-channel system works on both.
Liquid cooling
Coolant circulates through the engine and a radiator, keeping temperatures steadier than air alone, especially in traffic or under load.
Upside-down fork
A front fork mounted the opposite way round to a conventional one, with the thicker tubes at the top. It is typically stiffer under braking and cornering.
Tubeless tyres
Tyres with no inner tube. A small puncture usually loses air slowly, which makes roadside repair easier.
Kerb weight
The weight of the bike ready to ride, with its fluids and fuel, but without a rider or luggage.
Bore x stroke
The cylinder's width and the piston's travel. A larger bore relative to stroke tends to favour revs; a longer stroke tends to favour low-speed pull.
Compression ratio
How much the fuel-air mixture is squeezed before it is ignited. It is one of the factors behind an engine's efficiency and power.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Honda NX500 has a 471 cc engine, described as 2 cylinder, liquid cooled.

The Honda NX500 is rated at 46.9 bhp @ 8600 rpm maximum power and 43 Nm @ 6500 rpm maximum torque.

The Honda NX500 has Disc, 296 mm, 4 piston caliper at the front and Disc, 240 mm, 1 piston caliper at the rear, with Dual Channel ABS.

The Honda NX500 runs 110/80 - R19 at the front and 160/60 - R17 at the rear on alloy wheels.

Follow the service schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. Between services, keep an eye on engine oil, chain, tyres and battery. With Disc, 296 mm, 4 piston caliper and Disc, 240 mm, 1 piston caliper brakes, brake wear and adjustment are worth checking at every visit.

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