Although marketed as a cruiser, owners have been known to use the Thunderbird 500X for hauling themselves to work in cities. The question that arises here is about its suitability for stop and go traffic and moving in tight spaces. Discussion points include the weight of the bike, and its turning radius, some have found it manageable, others struggle in congested areas. It could also offer better city fuel efficiency compared to smaller bikes. The riding position is comfortable for shorter trips and the bike is more visible to other road users in urban environments are discussed. Owners also discuss the ease of parking the Thunderbird 500X, and the difficulties of parking (or maneuvering) in a crowded environment. With cities becoming increasingly crowded, riders have to decide if the Thunderbird 500X's presence and comfort are worth the trade offs for a daily urban use.