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Can the CB500X get around for daily ride purposes and highway use?
16 January 2025 07:00
It has enough power for daily use. I commute on the highway and never feel deprived.
Can the CB500X get around for daily ride purposes and highway use?
16 January 2025 07:00
It works until you try to go up a hill when you have a truck to pass. Then you really feel the lack of power.
Can the CB500X get around for daily ride purposes and highway use?
16 January 2025 07:00
I came from a 250cc bike, and the CB500X is like a rocket compared to that. It's all about perspective.
Can the CB500X get around for daily ride purposes and highway use?
16 January 2025 07:00
For solo riding, it's great. Add a passenger and the luggage, and you'll be wishing for more oomph on the highway.
Can the CB500X get around for daily ride purposes and highway use?
16 January 2025 07:00
I think it’s the sweet spot. Enough power to be fun and confident without being too much power, intimidating, or overkill for daily riding.
Can the CB500X get around for daily ride purposes and highway use?
16 January 2025 07:00
I've done my own on 3000-mile road trips. With more than enough power for highway cruising and mountain passes, it's got it.
Can the CB500X get around for daily ride purposes and highway use?
16 January 2025 07:00
For newer riders, or those who have downsized from larger bikes, it’s perfect. It’s a bit tame for experienced riders.
Can the CB500X get around for daily ride purposes and highway use?
16 January 2025 07:00
This bike shines in the midrange torque. It may not have the top of a bigger bike, but there’s plenty of usable power where it counts.
Can the CB500X get around for daily ride purposes and highway use?
16 January 2025 07:00
I wish I had more power to battle through strong headwinds on the highway where I ride, and I ride in a pretty windy area.
Can the CB500X get around for daily ride purposes and highway use?
16 January 2025 07:00
It’s not about the power; it’s about what you do with it. It's more fun to use 100% of this bike’s potential than 50% of a more powerful bike.
What’s the CB500X up against in terms of a main rival?
16 January 2025 07:00
If you do any highway riding, the CB500X is definitely the better choice. That extra power is a big difference.
What’s the CB500X up against in terms of a main rival?
16 January 2025 07:00
I’ve ridden both, and the Versys-X is more playful and easier to throw about. Great in the city and on tight trails.
What’s the CB500X up against in terms of a main rival?
16 January 2025 07:00
There is a bit of a build quality feel to the Honda over the Kawasaki. In the long run, it’ll probably hold up better.
What’s the CB500X up against in terms of a main rival?
16 January 2025 07:00
But if you’re on a tight budget, the Versys X is hard to beat. For the money, it’s a lot of bike.
What’s the CB500X up against in terms of a main rival?
16 January 2025 07:00
I love my CB500X, but I sometimes wish it had the Versys X's more off-road-oriented 19/17 wheel combo.
What’s the CB500X up against in terms of a main rival?
16 January 2025 07:00
The Versys-X's parallel twin is smoother than the CB500X's. It makes for a nicer ride on long trips.
What’s the CB500X up against in terms of a main rival?
16 January 2025 07:00
Honda is legendary for reliability. That's enough to justify the extra cost over the Kawasaki.
Is the stock CB500X suspension up to light off-road duty?
16 January 2025 07:00
They’re fine for fire roads and light trails, but anything more serious and you’ll want to upgrade.
Is the stock CB500X suspension up to light off-road duty?
16 January 2025 07:00
My stock suspension has taken mine on some pretty rough stuff. Riding within the bike's limits and managing your expectations is all this is about.
Is the stock CB500X suspension up to light off-road duty?
16 January 2025 07:00
The front fork is nice, and the rear shock is the weak link. A bit of shock upgrade makes a world of difference off-road.
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