2019 Honda CB500X | Review

[@Englishbikerdan]

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[@joaorenzo4418]

Fala brother, seus vídeos são muito bons. Você consegue colocar legendas em português? Moto linda, bons ventos pra vc. Thanks.

[@Englishbikerdan]

@Alexander The Great Yeah it'll do all that quite comfortably I think.

[@georgiesgirl64]

Not working for me

[@Banditmanuk]

Quality vid, really nicely edited. This Honda is a class bike, a friend used one of these on a recently completed around the world trip. The bike coped with unpaved roads in Mongolia and did the Dalton Highway in Alaska. He set of on the trip with a KTM 790 and 1290 Adventure accompanying him, both the KTMs broke down in Mongolia while the much cheaper Honda just kept going.

[@Chriswilliams-lx9mx]

There you go,I’ve said it to the lads loads of times,ya can’t beat a Honda,my little Honda 500 has done 112000 miles and touch wood has never left me stranded,cbf500s rock 😂🤣😂🤣👍

[@Banditmanuk]

@@Chriswilliams-lx9mx Yep you don't need loads of fancy electronics, just a well engineered machine 👍

[@nicholaskapche8139]

You hear these stories all the time from people doing those kinds of trips. The European bikes always break down.

[@E-bk9vk]

@Banitmanuk Im thinking of doing a similar trip on this bike. Could you put me in touch with your friend? I’d love go get some advice. Esp specifically to this bike.

[@2war2bray]

I have only ever bought Hondas - from Honda 125 waves to a CRF250Lto a CB500X. Would never even consider buying another make.

[@motoryzen]

Just changed my oil this evening. IF you own a cb500x 2019, the engine oil drain plug is 12mm.. It's located on the left side of the bike at the rear of the oil drain pan close to the side stand. --Owner's manual says 22 pound feet of torque ( aka 30 newton meters aka 30nm) to tighten it, and yes it's horizontally screwed into the oil drain pan. Part for Fram oil filter is ph6017a, Walmart sells them for under 7 bucks USD, I use gn4 10w-30sj which is supported by Honda per the manual. Cheers.

[@emprrah]

Thanks! I know about 30 % about motorcycles and just bought a 2020 cb500x.. going to need help like this along the way

[@motoryzen]

@@emprrah Very cool. From what I've heard, I don't think there is any difference between the 2019 and 2020. Please let me know if I'm wrong and there is something I'm missing. I have confirmed, if this matters to you involving interstate speeds and max realistic mpg, that a sprocket change ( +1 tooth in the front and -1 in the rear) means you can use the original stock chain. Now if you wait until say easily more than 5k miles maybe 7 to 10 and you right pretty..spiritedly, I recommend replacing that chain when you change out the sprockets. As for me, I ride like a sensible 40 something year old who values mpg over " OO..OOO LEMMIE BE FIRST!! I GOTTA BE FIRST. I GOTTA BEAT YOU TO THE RED LIGHT!! " nonsense. Thus my shifting and overall treatment of the bike is much more gently than some others, and thus my parts will last a little longer. I changed out both of my sprockets around the very early 3k miles mark. No problems at all. Stock front/rear 15t/41 sprockets meant 60mph in 6th gear meant at least 375 to 400 more rpm needed than 16t/40t sprocket set. Yeah I could have gone 36t in the rear, but that probably would have meant needing a chain with at least one or two lengths shortened versus stock to ensure once I applied/adjusted for correct tension, I'd be out of room, and I didn't want to have to deal with that yet. Hit me up if you have any questions and hopefully I can help An older guy named Sven has a youtube channel who has the same also.

[@ConfusedOwl92]

Your cinematography, audio quality , script, the whole video is miles better than all those dedicated two wheeler channel....love your content

[@expatbiker6598]

It's because of you I bought cb650r in jeans blue. Now I want to return it for this cb500x. You're killing me Dan. 🤔🤔🙌🏾👍🏾

[@fazzmohd9388]

Which is fastest in term of accelaration and top end..?

[@expatbiker6598]

@@fazzmohd9388 CB 650 r but from start it's the mt07.

[@TotoTortoiseNFriends]

What make you want downgrade frm 650r to 500x

[@larrytucker1945]

Love to get your opinion on the Yamaha Tenere 700 as an everyday bike. I’m more of a rural rider and looking into the CB500X, Tenere 700, and watching for the Africa Twin 850. I value your opinions and enjoy your reviews. They are very well put together.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Currently waiting for the Tenere demo bike to arrive, although it might actually be too tall for me.

[@tonybland9226]

I have a cb 500f for my second bike for commuting and winter and i must say i have just as much fun on it as i do my cb1000r very good bike, im now concidering the x, great review Dan. like the fact that its not just my bum that snores when it goes to sleep...lol

[@rocketrollsvlogs7625]

I love the new 19" wheel.

[@aher89able]

I'm getting bored of those bike review videos out there, but this one is of the best! Nice edited and good quality. Nice work. Can you do a review on the 2021 Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT?

[@hooeetube]

Nice review as always. Sure wish they made heated grips a standard. I put some R&G ones on my CB650R. Glad I did.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thank you!

[@rogerkay8603]

Made my mind up, thanks Dan. My F800GT is getting chopped in!

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thanks Roger, check out my vid of the new 500X. 👍

[@eddieg849]

I have the Honda cb500f I absolutely love this bike coming from a 850 I have more fun on this bike she has a lot of spunk feisty she can get a little naughty at times which puts a big smile on my face🥴🥰

[@Englishbikerdan]

I felt the same about the 500 F which I had for 2 weeks. So much fun.

[@Gregs_World]

Such a great review and of course it would be impossible to say anything that the other 473 comments don't you have a wonderful voice the cinematography the content all fantastic I greatly appreciate what you are offering here after having 1200 BMW GS adventure and now riding around on a Vespa and a Yamaha XMAX 300... Trying to downsize my adventure bike as I reached 60 years of age I am vacillating between the BMW F 900 XR and this Honda CB500X of course I also have my money down to have the first Honda Trail 125 ABS (for who knows WHAT reason... except FUN) the Honda CB is the money of the BMW F and certainly worth more than 50% of what the BMW is of course I have a 28 inch and seem (yes, i had 2 different GS and 2 different GS Adventure bikes and rode them with confidence) but... the F900 can be had with a low suspension and come in at > 2 inches LOWER than the CB500 (which can only be ordered one way) really not sure what to do great videos and I appreciate everything you're doing

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thanks for that Greg, good luck with your choice and enjoy the Trail 125! 👍

[@TitoPepito7777]

I love your videos mate, very good quality videos and the audio is great there's no wind noises! I would love to see a review of the african twin! Subscriber from Philippines 🏍

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thanks Andrei! I'll be getting on the new Africa Twin sometime in the new year.

[@tahirpatan]

Possibly my next bike. Currently own a cb650r 2019

[@Englishbikerdan]

Me too!

[@kawafahra]

That would be quite a downgrade. Are you trolling ?

[@Englishbikerdan]

@@kawafahra A downgrade in terms of performance yes but not everyone needs or wants that. The 500X is an incredible little bike, often overlooked by many. I would prefer to ride the 500X to work most days than my CB650R.

[@kennywoods8713]

Thanks Dan, I'm picking up my red one in a week, I'm moving up from the CRF 250 Rally which i really liked but just was a struggle on the Motorways and carriage ways. Did the NC500 on it and it was fine but getting there was a slog. I'm going to be adding Rally Raid protection for the comfort off road. The review gives me confidence that I'm making the right choice. Keep safe. You want to get round Berkshire there's some great lanes used to do them when I was posted there.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thanks Kenny. I'm from Berkshire and I actually live in view of Sandhurst Academy. The problem with green laning on these loan bikes is it's simply too risky as the bike isn't mine. While it may be good for a video if I damage the bike I have to pay for it. Maybe in the future I can do something with manufacturers permission but for now I'm mainly road based. Cheers and all the best.

[@garageliving3658]

A tip for the jerkiness at Low speed in first. Use the clutch to apply power instead of the throttle

[@jutjub22]

yeah, I end up doing that - did they fix this in newer model, it is a bit annoying.

[@shaneolivier1650]

Awesome video,this bike has really caught my attention,it's beautiful good looking styles,going to look into this forsure

[@jasonvwalker]

I'm in the market for my first (big) bike one that I can do some miles on and take off the beaten track (to a small degree). I had been considering older CB500X with panniers and various crash guards BUT from what I have seen here I think I will go for a newer 2019-2020 model as it looks to be a much better bike. Excellent vid very informative and well made.

[@Englishbikerdan]

You can't go wrong with this bike really!

[@hlukufarmmechanic2497]

hey...very good video .., i really enjoyed watching this one & it's only the fourth video of yours i'm watching ... i ride a 2012cbx250twister and looking to upgrade to something that can handle the freeway with much more ease than a 250cc..i honestly don't have enough money right now but i'll continue watching some good reviews like yours until i go test sit or ride some newer bikes ... take care & thanks again for the good videos .

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thanks for the kind word's and for watching. Glad you enjoyed the video. Ride safe! Dan

[@luismagana1742]

Absolutely lovin those beauty shots. Wonderful Job.

[@electrob7864]

Thanks for the review. I hope will be available in India by 2021.

[@mark.e.p]

I love this, only l wish they'd put wire wheels on it. Thanks for the great review.

[@markwoodrow281]

It's all your fault, I've just picked up a 2019 version of this bike for touring Europe. I just hope I don't get bored of the power and learn a lot on it. Being from Surrey myself we're clearly local, maybe see you out on the road. Ride Safe.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Haha, nice one! I've just come back from testing the bigger brother, the Africa Twin. Fun bike but TOO many buttons! :D

[@markwoodrow281]

@@EnglishbikerdanThank you 😊Sounds fun, sometimes less is more! I wish there was a middle ground between the two of these though... Loving your reviews, keep up the good work!

[@Englishbikerdan]

There soon will be. Honda are working on a smaller Africa Twin. 👍

[@kyotosal]

Excellent review, thank you.

[@JensChristoffersen]

Great review, nice bike. A few other reviewers mention quite a bit of buzz/vibration in the handlebar and footpegs above 5.500-6.000 revs. What was your experience?

[@Englishbikerdan]

I didn't experience this personally.

[@OregonMotorcycle]

Great video. Very informative.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thank you for your kind words. 👍

[@rickandersen707]

Excellent review mate......I frequent Thailand quite often.......have been considering either a BMW 310 GS or The Honda CB 500 X.......I reckon between your review and a couple others.....I'm leaning towards the Honda....and service centers will be plentiful aswell as cheaper running costs than the beemer I'm sure....

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thanks Rick!

[@R1cePudding]

Loved the intro mate

[@yourplumbingpal1225]

Great video and lovely to watch as well as good info, thanks

[@simontait5452]

I'm not surprised you only get 68 to 72 miles per gallon, why are you riding mostly in 3rd or 4th gear in this video? The bike would be quite happy in 5th or 6th at these speeds. On my Honda cb 500x I regularly get 85 to 88 miles per gallon. Have you always ridden this way? To me it's wrong and a waste of fuel.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Because it's fun! Monday to Friday getting to work however, that's sensible time.

[@jaldg109]

good review...thanks for mentioning your height and weight and surprisingly, we are the same. God speed.

[@Englishbikerdan]

You're welcome. 👍

[@MrAndrew1953]

I have a 2018 CB500F - same problem with the the throttle at slow speed in first going around round abouts. I'm told it's something to do with Euro 4. I like the versatility of the CB500X but will have to wait for a blue one so the wife won't pick the change over.

[@flythenride]

EXCELLENT review! How did you find the OEM heated grips performed? I’m thinking of having them installed on my 2021 CB500X .. Thanks

[@Vested_Investor]

Where was this video shot please! Super review!

[@jeanpaulcomeau8131]

Great objective review for a great budget touring bike

[@BIG-K]

Excellent review. Thank you! Enjoyable too 👍

[@tweetchris46]

Excellent video Dan.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Cheers!

[@philiphorner]

Brilliant video. Really helpful 👌🏼

[@garrypepperman]

Could you do a review of the 2019 CB500F and how would you compare the two. I think they both look great.

[@Englishbikerdan]

It's coming, just need to release another vid first 👍

[@th0mas777]

@@Englishbikerdan subscribed just for this video you're about to make. I'm really torn between the 500x or 500f for my first motorcycle. I will use it mainly for commuting and urban riding and it's been really hard to decide between the two, so the video you're gonna make hopefully will help my decision a bit. Cheers

[@Englishbikerdan]

@@th0mas777 I'm thinking about getting the 500F or 500x too and I still can't decide!

[@th0mas777]

@@Englishbikerdan ohh boy, ahahah. I guess we're in the same boat... i love the windscreen, better suspension travel, seat confort and commaning height of the 500x; but on the other hand we have the reduced weight, more agile nature of the 500f and the better option for urban use... and i'm back in the loop again. Also read that the 500x in slow traffic and stop and go can be a bit unstable because of the increased height and weight being more up top, wich for garage and parking maneuvers makes it more cumbersome... i'm so torn..ahah

[@Englishbikerdan]

@@th0mas777 Literally the same internal battle I'm having!! I owned the 2018 CB500X but sold it about 2 months ago. The 2019 is a much better bike but that 500F is just so nimble and great for commuting and throwing into bends! Arrrgh!!!

[@geoffreynhill2833]

Good - informative on specs - review.

[@normanhughedicko4076]

Standby crash bars/skid plate/side panniers/centre stand/hand guard...

[@philipjames250]

Great video. Have you ridden the CBR500R?

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thanks, no not ridden that yet.

[@shmac96]

@EnglishBikerDan would you recommend this bike to a 30 something man or the bike you have the CB650? Had a motorcycle license one but let it expire years ago. Now I live in Europe and need to cough up a grand to get the license. Would appreciate your or anyone's insight. Cheers!

[@Englishbikerdan]

Both are good but the 500x is just way more practical and comfortable. Yet still fun!

[@shmac96]

@@Englishbikerdan sweet thanks!

[@MrMecabih]

my dream machine, ! saving coppers already! :D

[@keyboarddancers7751]

Nice vid production style.

[@davidellis5964]

Great review. What about motorway riding ? I did hear that there is bad vibration around 60 to 70mph through the handle bars which is quiet off-putting and give's most people numbness to the fingers.

[@Englishbikerdan]

It's not something I noticed tbh.

[@TheMrB]

Great review x

[@johnDukemaster]

Really nice bike. And what a high quality film! Well done. :-)

[@guysmith3146]

I would have liked to see it perform at the speeds you were riding in higher gears, or is there no torque low in the rev range?

[@saumyadeepmahata9757]

This bike is beautiful

[@edileniosousa]

I'm hold this bike in Brazil

[@newyorkhardcore3353]

I am getting it to learn the riding in thailand before I would upgrade to a street glide if I upgrade

[@akbarmujadid7236]

Good review and classy, I love it!

[@twowheels833]

That road is undulating rather than bumpy. A poorly maintained road would likely cause that suspension to crash as the 2016 CBX did. Honda use a huge spacer on top of the single spring. Long-term ownership would show this cheap suspension up. I guess youre on a test-ride bike?

[@Englishbikerdan]

It's not really undulating. Short sharp bumps. Undulating is more like gentle up and down. I owned a 2018 500X, didn't have any major issues with the suspension but it's improved on the newer 2019. I had the newer bike for 2 weeks from Honda. Enough time to get a good feel of how it handles I think.

[@Englishbikerdan]

@@twowheels833 I covered over 1,300 miles in those 2 weeks. I ride a lot.

[@Anthony-qh1xv]

great vid! Is this bikes first gear short? what is the max speed in first gear? would you say that this bike feels close to a dirt bike as far as gearing? or street bike? thanks so much.

[@Englishbikerdan]

From memory it did seem short!

[@Anthony-qh1xv]

@@Englishbikerdan Ok thanks!!! Too short? my number 1 issue with dirtbikes, (100cc/250cc), is that max speed in first is like 5mph. I hope this is not the case?

[@sundukibrahim2944]

Nice tune, what's that?

[@高橋イッセー]

hi, mr. dan ! a good bike ! I have 400 x .

[@Belindaxtz660]

19" front wheel...👍& 6 gears ...SOLD! where can i get a used 2019 model?? Reminds me of my old honda dominator (650cc)

[@Englishbikerdan]

I remember the Dominator! 👍

[@ricardoespsanto]

Is this a good first bike?

[@Englishbikerdan]

Yeah absolutely. 👍

[@marcelwinkel1965]

Is this miles showing, because when its km, it is a bit lasy....?

[@Englishbikerdan]

MPH

[@stevekent]

Are those speedo values in MPH? Great video, great bike, great review, great channel! 😊👍🏻

[@Mr290195]

If you have to chose between this bike and your CB650R to take on a roadtrip to the Alpes, which one would it be?

[@Englishbikerdan]

Well I already did a 2, 000 mile trip on the CB650R so this is time I'd choose the 500x! 😁

[@r97account]

Nice Review! What is the name of the music used in the intro? I quite like it

[@DAN13LS70NE]

Probably too late but: Rain Check by Dylan Sitts.

[@podunkman2709]

How often Honda comes with new model? Each two years?

[@wiskkid]

Can you comment on an older cb500x model appropriate for a beginner rider ? Is there a particular year that stands out ? I know big improvements in 2019 but my question pertains to earlier models that can be had for around $4000 US or sometimes less with relatively low miles.

[@Englishbikerdan]

I personally owned a 2018 model. Very good and capable plus cheap now!

[@wiskkid]

@@Englishbikerdan My impression is there was much change between 2015 to 2018 as far as ride and motor quality. Is that your impression? The models before.2017 can be had for less than $4k us.

[@abdulrahimkhan3566]

I am riding a cb400x in Singapore we have no 500x seen here in the pic with my son...

[@Englishbikerdan]

Interesting! I guess it's the same frame and just a slightly smaller engine.

[@suthardhaval9]

Is that port for charging left side of the console?

[@surjitss23]

10:01 in india these types of red lights are treated just like a word" vanishing"

[@fabianw.4169]

Sir, how is the wind protection? How tall are you? Can you say something on that? Ty =) really good Video!

[@Englishbikerdan]

Very good wind protection I find. I'm 5 foot 8 inches. 👍

[@fabianw.4169]

@@Englishbikerdan That helped me a lot, ty. Im also around 5foot 8 inches !

[@Englishbikerdan]

@@fabianw.4169 You're welcome 👍

[@seanfinlayson3943]

What camera did you use for this video?

[@Englishbikerdan]

Gopro Hero 7

[@noamgottfeld1237]

Lovely video..✌️👍

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thanks ✌️

[@BasiltheBeardie]

This looks naughty...... and practical

[@yatrikashish]

The petrol tank is metal or plastic?

[@Englishbikerdan]

Metal I think

[@hrithiksingha5149]

beautiful video❤️

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thank you!

[@Racer57]

Maybe you said it, but does this bike have a fuel gauge?

[@Englishbikerdan]

Yes it does.

[@maxwoolrich4946]

Is it ok on motorways?

[@Bow-to-the-absurd]

ash ranges my old stamping grounds isn't life weird....

[@Englishbikerdan]

It sure is! I am pretty sure I did my training there when I was in the TA, back in the 1997 I think.

[@drLazyEvil]

Are you sure you can't switch ABS off on this one? Anyway to bypass that?

[@Englishbikerdan]

I'm sure you could find a way to do it.

[@drLazyEvil]

@@Englishbikerdan Fuse? Thanks Dan!

[@R1cePudding]

Prolapse monoshock haha brilliant

[@markjenkins905]

Dan , please, please , please tell me the roads that are on this video so I can take my X down them. As every road I go down in the South East England I encounter 25k slow cars, 10k white vans, 1k lorries & 200 cyclists !!!!

[@mirrashad]

Nice intro!!!

[@wereyouaking]

Yo this vid is professional as fuck

[@adamchc3701]

Dan could You review Honda cbr500r please, reason is I'm a short ass ( 5'7" Height 29" leg ) my honda cb125r seat (816mm) i'm tip-toeing so 830 mm i will not even try( 2019 CBR500R seat height 785mm) , and i want to buy something to do a bit of commuting and some A roads and hoping that insurance will not kill me. To insure CB650R they asking £1200 cheapest and goes to £3600 so........ i will pass even i love the looks of it, and sound. A lot of "reviews" i found on internet and youtube are a bit hmmmm ........"copied" and not very detailed like " great little package breaks sufficient, wonderful ride, nice ride , great for new riders and so on. Nothing about longer trips -vibration vise , comfort , wrist pains, how it felt heavy or not ? , filtering etc

[@Englishbikerdan]

Been meaning to try the CB500R for a while. 👍

[@nicholaskapche8139]

I'm your same height/dimensions. Have you tested a CB500X? You should be able to ride it comfortably and put your feet down well enough at a stop (not flat but you will be in control of it), especially with boots.

[@rottieman347]

Thank you for a really good review but yet again, the reviewer states his height, in your case 5'8" which is the same as the Missenden Flyer. Your height is of absolute zero use to us vertically challenged riders. I'm 5'9" but may as well be 6'15". It's your inside leg measurement that's important. In my case 29" and I struggle to get an adventure bike that suits me.

[@Englishbikerdan]

We have the same inside leg measurements, it's not too bad on this bike.

[@stamK.]

I ride a 2017 model since new (in the nice Orange colour) and despite of my 6' 6" height I'm looking to replace it at some point with the new updated version! I'm coming from a history of much bigger bikes and found my nirvana with that little, economical and peppy Honda machine :) Great video Dan, as always!

[@teapeabartle4046]

hey Dan I just wanted to tell you what a great, informative and superbly edited video you have made keep up the good work.

[@howner501]

Had mine in Greece for 8 months, riding as much off road as on road. Only thing I changed was tyres for better off road traction, otherwise it’s a great all round dual sport bike. No hesitation in recommending it. I downsized from a large BMW bike and get as much pleasure riding this for a third the price and running costs. And if you drop it or fall you don’t get a hernia lifting it up !!

[@arismous8586]

Καλησπέρα ενδιαφερομαι γισ το μηχανάκι απλα με ποσα χικιομετρα καταπίνει την εθνική? Κατα την γνωμη σου το οδηγησα καινστα 130κατι μ εβγαζε συντονισμόυς

[@anxiousappliance]

@@arismous8586 You can say that again!!!

[@karlosh9286]

Good review. I had a test ride of one of these, and a CBR500R. On both of them, clutch excellent, fuel consumption amazing, engine quite good, gear change excellent. Dash a bit hard to see. Where they differed for me is I thought the CBR500R handles just so much better on the road. The X just felt high up and wobbly. Unless you really want to go off road or have really terrible roads the R (and the F I assume) handles so much better. As for A2 credentials, somewhat dearer a Triumph Street Triple S 660cc A2, has a lot better engine, with the promise of being derestrictable to 94 BHP once an A licence is achieved. Although the Street Triple is a lot harder to insure for newbies and drinks quite a bit more fuel. Your CB650R I believe can be restricted A2 restricted, much nicer engine than the CB500F,R,X , but pretty similar to the Triumph on difficulty to insure . I've asked about them all :)

[@hazizilamsin]

Its hard too choose between CB500X vs CB650R. The different Class and cc. But only this 2 bike i like it. I heard that CB500X are much more cheaper too maintain compare with the CB650R with is has more 2 pistons plus the sound of inline 4 with firering oder 360° vs the Parallel Twin firering oder 180°.

[@cednicek]

Hazizi Lamsin I have same situation. I like 650R for sound and emotions. And 500X for pillion and comfort capabilities. Hard choice...

[@charlie-tangomotors2516]

Napa: "Vegeta...what does the scouter say about his video production quality." Vegeta: "IT'S OVER 9,000!!"

[@Englishbikerdan]

Haha, Goku! 😁👍

[@aaronharris5275]

Just discovered your channel and reviews. Very well put together and narrated. Would like to hear your views on a suzuki vstrom 650 and or kawasaki versys 650/1000.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thank you, I'm hoping to get on the new VStrom 1050 soon.

[@Jaffa1951]

Great Video, Dan. I agree, this is an excellent all round bike. Cheap to buy, cheap to run and a good fun bike. Didn't subscribe as I already have.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Can't argue with any of that! Thanks for the existing sub!

[@trekkydelirium-vroom5821]

Hi thanks for nice review; i know that the 2019 is really improved & much better than my 2017. The only big con about my bike is the very short first gear. Does the 2019 have the same con ? To be honest even if i still love my bike, i really dream about a CB650X to have a little bit more power & a longer first gear.

[@didierplouhinec4899]

Please check the youtube video of Chris Smith about the remplacement of the 15T front sprocket for a 16 T. It is the best improvement you can make on this bike. The 16 T sprocket costs 18 pounds. My only concern about this mod is the speedo will not give anymore the good datas. I read a special device can be plugged under the seat to correct it. Personnally on my 500X 2018 I would also like to change for lower and more foward footrests. The solution is on the facebook of "I am 500X " in Thailand. He developped special footrests which come at the reasonnable price of 2200 ThB(67 euros). Let me know after watching Chris Smith's video.

[@trekkydelirium-vroom5821]

Didier Plouhinec : Thanks

[@xtiancarpio]

Bought one because of this review. Salamat from the Philippines

[@petewebb6952]

This is my second viewing of this video. It’s very good thanks. I haven’t got out much on my pre-loved 2019. The roads have been so wet and dirty. Not to be put off I am investing in a special detailer’s dryer. When I have been out around the lanes, I enjoy the transmission. The clutch and gears feel very intuitive, so it feels very easy to feel one with the bike, which makes it easier to get on with the business on watching what’s going on with the road....

[@DavidHarbottle]

I bought a 2015 500X in Sept 2018. I doubled the mileage on it in 12 months, then PX'd it for a 2019X a month ago. I've done 1200 miles on the new one. Yes, the wx in the UK has been awful! I agree with everything you say about the bike. Both my 500X's have been fantastic, but the 2019 is outstanding as far as I am concerned. It will be in Spain Jan/Feb 2020, and touring the Eu next season. Oh, one final comment HTF do I adjust the heat on the heated grips? I've not worked this out in a year!

[@Englishbikerdan]

I have no idea either, I had issues figuring out how to turn them off! 😂

[@RedRiderHungary]

When you turn it on, it's on the max heat. Hold it for a second after it shows steady green light, now it will be flashing now 2 times, then keeps the steady green light again. It's the medium heat, for the lowest heat hold it again for a second, now it will flash once a while, then the steady green light comes back. I agree, it was a bit challenging to understand first how it works. 😂

[@stephenfleming7056]

Is it worth 2K more than a Himalayan? Yes Yes yes.

[@asiaasia2157]

Yes the answer is acceptable, but it could cost like an Himalyan.

[@Chriswilliams-lx9mx]

I’d imagine it would be a lot more reliable👍

[@rolandfullthrottle8316]

Really good video,Dan! Nicely put together! Love the way you take your time to explain the bike, most others try to scream every detail in one minute and it annoyes me massively! Just stay the way you are, bro 👌

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thanks Roland, I actually find it difficult to slow down and pace myself at times but I found doing the tech specs as a voice over gives me more control of that. Glad you liked it, thanks for the comment!

[@rolandfullthrottle8316]

With pleasure ofcourse! I’m a fan of the way you did that voice over with the specs 👌 Like a pro 😎

[@Wabbit1961]

I tend to differ as to my opinion of the 19" front wheel. For me, I say why didn't they just put longer front forks on with more travel if they want to be serious about it? Wheel diameter really doesn't mean squat off-road. Wheel travel does. The bike could use another inch of underbelly clearance as it is. You say there's more off-road tire selection in a 19" wheel. I say there's plenty of selection as it is in a 17" wheel. Not so if you're looking for a street tire for a 19" wheel. Most of the selection for a street tire are total crap in that arena.