2022 Honda CB500X | Fuel Exhaust Unboxing, Installation & Comparison

[@rossmunro277]

Now THAT is a well made video. Other vloggers should treat it at a "how to make a comparison" video. Thanks Dan. 👍👌

[@fabiodossantosamorim4355]

I couldn't agree more! I'm really impressed.

[@chrisweeks6973]

Agreed; very well done and most informative.

[@ramsay892]

How much?

[@Noonenobodynothing]

Hands down THE BEST execution of an exhaust comparison video! You edited those clips together so well for a true showcasing of the differences. Perfection. I need to watch all the CB500X content you've got if it's going to be of this caliber.

[@dieselboy914]

Perfect exhaust comparison video. This is the gold standard that everyone should learn from. Job very well done, Dan! Be extra proud of this one!

[@dougatkins7316]

The rapid succession sound tests are brilliant! Well done. I'm still looking for that cup of tea I stuck somewhere.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Haha cheers! Hope you find that tea.... 😁

[@grahamhiggins1]

I could easily ride a much bigger bike but as a 37 year old, I really can’t beat my 500X. It’s not quick, but it’s so good in so many ways. I also have a sportsbike:) can I just say how excellent it is that you show the sound comparisons a few times over and over, as it allows you to hear the difference. Excellent channel!

[@Englishbikerdan]

I'm a bit older than you, but after riding so many stupidly quick bikes, when I just want to pop out for a gentle ride, or go to the shops, the easy going non-fussy nature of the 500X make it the bike I keep taking out. It even did pretty well on my 2 day trip recently. Thanks for watching! :)

[@jwcgroup]

Perfect review, I loved the additional repeat sound tests, saved me having to rewind! Spot on, love it. Can I give you a list of bikes to do this with again please? 🤣🤣🤣

[@richardpenny3973]

Okôooppp

[@richardpenny3973]

Pp

[@borabora5349]

This is the best review I've ever seen. Perfect comparison. Sounds great without the baffle.

[@FuelExhaustsLtd]

That is an awesome video! Well done Dan. We love the way you have done the repeat sound tests, that has to be one of the best sound comparisons ever! Thanks very much. 🙂

[@DavidSmith-hn5gg]

Can we have a link for this exact exhaust with the centre stand bump please.

[@FuelExhaustsLtd]

@@DavidSmith-hn5gg it is a ceramic black oval MicroMini Diablo exhaust with black bracket upgrade. The centre stand stop is fitted to the link pipe as standard. This link will take you to the correct page so select the correct options - www.fuelexhausts.com/exhausts/diablo-exhaust-single-slip-on-250-350mm/cb500x-2022 - don’t forget the black bracket upgrade! You can add a note at checkout if you wish to confirm you have a centre stand fitted.

[@ktmdukenz]

100%, if there is ever a standard testing procedure, this is the one to make the document for it from.

[@johndanielgarcia2153]

Best review ever for a slip-on exhaust comparison on a CB500X! Perfect!

[@GeordiLaForgery]

This is first I've seen a 2022 model that green looks nice. Sounds good without the baffle.👍

[@DavidSmith-hn5gg]

I fitted one of these To my 2022 X today with the intention of running it with the baffle out. Absolutely no need! This video doesn’t do the sound justice! In person with the baffle in it sounds absolutely amazing!! Way better than the stock can…. I finally have a nice beefy sound to match the way my bike looks…😊 if you’re on the fence about getting one just do it, you will not regret it.

[@markjenkins905]

It's great how you've placed the sound clips very close together, it gives a much better idea of each sound.

[@merseamoto]

Baffle out definitely sounds best. Love it.

[@dondle2]

Top notch review and sound comparison. I put the same can on my 2018 CB500X within weeks of buying the bike and really love it. Ride year round and it still looks like new, so a quality product with a good weight saving.

[@breakM]

Just to add a comment as this is THE best exhaust sound comparison video on youtube.

[@barrlisticchar5632]

Not long bought a fuel exhaust myself, same model and size but in the titanium finish for my 390 duke, it sounds lovely, would 100% recommend getting one of these exhausts

[@DavidSmith-hn5gg]

Do you run yours with the baffle in or out?

[@barrlisticchar5632]

@@DavidSmith-hn5gg personally, I run with the baffle out, sounds a little deeper and throatier

[@bernardomvp]

This video is perfection, I feel like I didn't waste a single second of my life, straight to the point

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thanks for the kind words! Appreciate it and thanks for watching!

[@defenceless1234]

This is how you do a proper exhaust comparison.

[@caryfielder3796]

Such a simple and effective comparison video. Harder to do in practice than the theory mate, super well done. Because of this single video i have subscribed 🎉

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thanks! Yeah it took quite a bit of work. Appreciate the sub. 👌👍

[@GITMachine]

What an EXTREMELY well-put together video. Fantastic job sir.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thank you kindly!

[@swampymarsh7214]

I not long ago got a 22 cb500x in red and love it. Will be looking at exhausts sooner or later. It's hard to tell decibels in a video but I live how deep and racey that fuel pipe sounds with baffle out. Also greetings from Australia! G'day mate!

[@esssexboy]

Lucky you just ordered my one have to wait 4 months. Greetings from UK long live our new king 👑

[@swampymarsh7214]

@@esssexboy I kept getting told different stories from the dealer. 2 months, then 6 months, then they weren't sure if they'd even get any. I looked around and a reputable dealer 650km away had one from a sale that fell through. I got them to freight it to me.

[@DavidSmith-hn5gg]

@@esssexboy my local Honda dealer has a green 22X for sale with 1600 miles £6299

[@colinradford7546]

Had a fuel exhaust on my old CBR600FX was awesome and great quality. A great exhaust well worth looking at whatever the model bike.

[@Dan_B_Rides]

Nice review Dan. That’s a nice exhaust. Looks good and I defo prefer the sound without the baffle in. Sounds really good. Not a bad price either. I might be getting a 2022 CB500F so good to know I can get a nice pipe. 👍🏻

[@Englishbikerdan]

They are awesome, I've been a customer for 16 years and bought a Fuel Exhaust for countless bikes I've owned. It also helps that they are a small UK business and really lovely people. Tell them I sent you. 😊

[@Dan_B_Rides]

@@Englishbikerdan sounds good to me. I prefer smaller uk companies as the service is always good and they help more. Il mention you when I place the order n who knows may get a good deal 🙂. The different designs look Bladdy amazing. Thanks Dan

[@WTF1wr1ownage]

Installed an akrapovic exhaust on mine, and it sounds so much better then my old 2018 CB500X.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Nice! I do love an Akrapovic system, they are just a tad pricey.

[@WTF1wr1ownage]

@@Englishbikerdan did get some discount but yes 595 euro’s is a lot. But it’s a work of art.

[@rjlacaillade2519]

Can definitely tell the difference when listening to the clip through headphones, and it sounds good and meaty! The sound fits the bike nicely,Enjoy it!

[@josipsruk6011]

You absolutely nailed the comparison, great job! Baffle in sounds best (over video)

[@mickshepard540]

I was impressed by this excellent and informative video. I have purchased a Fuel exhaust for my 2021 500X. Great sound, excellent quality,hand built in the UK , and a very helpful company to speak with .

[@JohnAnthony-pq6yf]

Coffee and flyby vids, one great way to start the day!

[@xrv404]

Fuel - baffle in, does it best for me. I have a 2020 cb500fa with stock exhaust, and the sound does improve over time as the stock exhaust gets worn. I have 20.000km on the bike and it pops a lot more know than when it was new

[@DavidSmith-hn5gg]

I highly recommend this exhaust I just fitted one And the difference is amazing!! It’s hard to tell on this video.

[@alanbarnes2920]

Great video Dan…I put a FUEL end can on a VFR800 FiW (non V-tech) in June 2005! It made the bike sound even better..and lost a chunk of weight too. Proper handmade quality products and nice to see their business is thriving and still manufacturing in the fabulous Lake District. Ride safe and have fun!

[@Englishbikerdan]

My 2nd big bike was a 1998 VFR 800 in yellow. Mine had a Micron full system and it sounded incredible. Fuel are awesome though and very good value. Thanks for watching! Dan

[@wayneh8767]

Hmmm that sounds really good actually. Baffle out for sure. Sounds better than stock, not sure If I want to ride mine now till I get one! Definitely sounds better more throaty but not necessarily louder. Right up my alley. Slick install too. Do they offer any performance benefits? Some can some not too much. Best edited sound video, hands down!

[@antoniobortolin1458]

You should give lessons on how to make a comparison video. They all do the same: “listen at this sound” without considering the difference between microphones and their positioning. This is the best video of his kind. EVER. Thank you!

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thanks Antonio! Appreciate your feedback! 👍

[@yesbroariel]

BAFFLE OUT👍

[@billd.6684]

Fuel Exhausts does a great job. Brings that 500 to life. I've one on my sv650 and it's great. The price being 100-300 less than the competition is a nice bonus.

[@Englishbikerdan]

That's my next video, this on the SV. 👍

[@ae70gts]

maybe the best exhaust review on the net !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THANK YOU !!!!

[@Englishbikerdan]

Aww shucks! Thanks! 😘

[@martinjohnsonplumber]

I've never commented before , that's a great video and especially with the drive by noises

[@skydart60]

Excellent Dan. Love the way you compare the sounds. As a result Fuel have an order for my new NX500! Result. Cheers mate.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Great stuff! 👍

[@roviwoteap2375]

Nice little video there. I think I actually prefer the sound of the Fuel Exhaust with the baffle left in. By the way, did you forget to show how easily the baffle is removed?

[@FuelExhaustsLtd]

He did but we have a short video here which shows how to do it - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWKVhq16bcR-edU🙂

[@roviwoteap2375]

@@FuelExhaustsLtd Thank you. Quite simple really… unless you drop the bolt 🤣. Glad you showed the magnet trick.

[@FuelExhaustsLtd]

@@roviwoteap2375 😀 yep!

[@Englishbikerdan]

@@roviwoteap2375 Guess who dropped the bolt? :D

[@davidspears1452]

…the more I see this bike the more appealing it is….especially in that colour…..great vid mate 🤘🏻

[@rmower3428]

I agree wth the guys above, excellent quality and very well put together comparison video. Well done mr

[@stephenfleming7056]

Thanks, sounds good with the baffle in.

[@ktmdukenz]

God damn, best exhaust comparison video ever made.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thanks mate!

[@chrisw4215]

Spot on comparison , very well made. Fuel with baffle in is quieter when idle compared to stock one but have deeper lower sound while driving. Best solution

[@Englishbikerdan]

That's the thing about video, it can't really convey the true sound. With baffle in it's much louder than stock on idle.

[@chrisw4215]

@@Englishbikerdan I was watching on the ipad, maybe that's why :)

[@allwheeldrive]

Nicely done! No question, Fuel, baffle out! Make the bike much more than tolerable. Actually sounds good!

[@cyribour]

I like these low frequency sound !!!

[@DragoniteMotoJP]

Love my tracer 900gt , but the tight roads of yamanashi japan make me think the new cb500x(400 here) is keen. Great vid as always

[@Englishbikerdan]

I took the 500X out yesterday to work, it's such a lively and fun bike to ride! Thanks for watching!

[@junderwoituk]

Nice one Dan. I had a Fuel exhaust on my old GSX1400 and they are really good quality exhausts and sound great too. Also saved a LOT of weight....

[@morayfirthbiker2516]

I have a Fuel end can on my bike, it is the second one that I have bought. 👍

[@Englishbikerdan]

They are great, I've been a customer for 16 years. 👍

[@broosewee]

That's how you do a sound comparison! Bravo!

[@Jdmsti]

Great video with the three comparisons, especially the flybys as that’s when you get the real sound check 👍 well done.

[@Niemmy]

Great video as always Dan "Baffle out for sure.'

[@bfarm44]

Definitely a baffle out kind of guy, sounds good without being obnoxious

[@mRxmodule]

Very good video! Excellent comparison. Thought I like the sound of the stock pipes. :)

[@dylanrichards9984]

Very in-depth, which I love. Great video 👍

[@jarrodleis4046]

You did a great job showing and demonstrating the pipe. For me the less you hear from an in-line twin the better so I would not be a candidate for an exhaust but I do find the 22 500x an interesting bike. Probably better to spend the money on premium tires focused on the type of terrain your planning on riding. Dunlop Trailmax’s come to mind.

[@ryan-mg1er]

I giggled a little with that baffle out

[@findingneutral]

Baffle out for sounds great. Excellent exhaust tutorial 👏

[@MotoLopez1k]

The weight savings alone make it worth it! Great sound without!

[@jslomotovlog1373]

I’ll pick the open one… Great sounds my brother ride safe 💪🏍

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thanks bro, you too!

[@felgercarb3803]

With the baffle out, it almost sounds as good as my XF650 with the standard baffles

[@timparker9235]

very comprehensive Dan - excellent. for me though it's more of what the exhaust sounds like to me as I ride so guess I'd have to buy one and try it

[@Englishbikerdan]

I'll have my tour vid up soon which will give you an idea of on the bike with this exhaust. Cheers Tim!

[@lars-goranengfors6633]

Thank you for a very demonstrative and illustrative video! 🙏 Great! Says it all 👍

[@prameethprabhu]

Wow!! What a straight forward video 👌🏻👌🏻

[@FXSTB]

Surprised, I liked the baffle in at idle but I liked the baffle out on fly by. Nice video. I'm so excited for the 2022 CB500X but we don't even have a release date here in the US. I'm first on my local dealer's list but I'll be looking for more of your CB vids to help me pass the wait. Cheers!

[@Englishbikerdan]

I found baffle out to be just a bit too loud on longer journeys so I've popped it back in. Thanks for watching, hope you get them over there soon!

[@FXSTB]

@EnglishBikerDan That makes sense. It probably sounds great for a little hooning around, but I can imagine it becoming tiresome.

[@FXSTB]

@EnglishBikerDan Well, Honda US announced the CB500X will hit dealers starting next month, and I was super excited. Then, I checked the Honda US website and discovered it's only going to be available in the Pearl Organic Green. I know it's popular in Europe, but I had my heart set on that Grand Prix Red. 😢

[@Englishbikerdan]

@@FXSTB That's a shame. I'd go give one a look in person if you can though. The green is much better than you may think, but then of course it's personal preference too.

[@TheDogmantis]

This was some great moto asmr.

[@suzukivstrom650adventures]

Sounds great! Awesome comparison!

[@JosRitter]

Well done comparison, thanks for sharing.

[@creativ01]

Great review. Very nice sound of exhaust. I'll be thinking about it. Thx! :)

[@oliverleifadams2003]

Another great vid-thanks!

[@elpmettsol]

It not only sounds better, it looks better! Unfortunate however, Honda does not offer this bike in the states.😦

[@svenwhothehell5980]

Great vid… baffle out for me 👍🏼

[@Scampi95]

Hi mate, nice video! I have one of these on my Cb500f, the diablo model with the carbon tip. Looks and sounds great.

[@cooldood4824]

Love your videos man

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thanks man! 👌

[@antonjanson3865]

Very well presented, thx

[@GuilleSN]

what a good video congratulations!!!!

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thank you!

[@DavidSmith-hn5gg]

My fuel exhaust is arriving today, the same one as in this video 😊

[@kidlikerizzle]

Baffle in there is no noticeable difference but baffle out there is. My eyes were closed during the comparison and only noticed a change on the last test. Good video

[@Englishbikerdan]

In person there's a very noticeable difference, which is the issue with recording exhaust sounds. I've left it baffle in as it's the best sound for me. Baffle out was far too loud. Cheers.

[@DavidSmith-hn5gg]

There’s a huge difference in person with the baffle in, the video sound doesn’t do it justice. When I fitted mine and started it up I was grinning from ear to ear.

[@peterprior1]

Excellent review Dan. Thank you

[@Englishbikerdan]

My pleasure!

[@marksumners2968]

Stock exhaust sounds good on tick over and higher revs no need to change.

[@andrewbishop6003]

Great comparison video.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thanks Andrew.

[@andrewbishop6003]

No problem Dan, honestly really informative. I will change the pipe even though the standard is actually quite acceptable (I think). I think a 16T appears a good option for A roads and the occasional motorway. Anyway, enough of my waffle, thanks again, regards Andy.

[@Otterplus]

I bought my SV with a Fuel exhaust already fitted and it sounds great. I had to add the db killer as it was a bit excessive, but still great. Almost bought one for the cbr500r I had but oncoming traffic saw I never got that far in mods

[@musiccommunity8783]

Nice video as always🔥 I'm waiting for the 2022 honda cbr650r video man❤❤

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thanks! I'll test one at some point but I don't think there's anything different from last years model tbh.

[@aravinda4210]

Nice comparison 💕

[@MNHMY]

Love your videos...👍🏼

[@lukesbacon]

does it improve performance / fuel economy at all?

[@AudioTones67]

I watched this video in the knowledge that I'm thinking about buying a 500X. I was making very approving remarks regarding the sound of the Fuel exhaust system. My wife looked at me and said "don't event think about it". That's how I knew it sounded good 😂😂

[@Englishbikerdan]

Haha, sorry! :D

[@DavidSmith-hn5gg]

I have a brand new 500x with this exhaust is a massive improvement on the stock one…… Shrewsbury Honda centre has a green 22x with 1600 miles for sale £6299

[@pepeizquierdo]

Tengo una Honda NX500 de 2024 con caballete central, Cuál es el escape que mejor se acoparía a mi moto. Están homologados para España?

[@crumblymal8479]

Nice one Dan like the bike ! the can is a good improvement both visually and for sound for me I think baffle in is the better sound . Without the baffle is a bit sort of hollow for me . : )

[@bhok1971]

I have one too on my SV650. Just remove the cheap sticker and it looks much better

[@Yowzoe]

Spoke with them and they can ship it to you with the sticker removed…hope this helps someone reading this in the future :-)

[@neilcole3406]

Spot on Dan!

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thanks Neil!

[@grzegorzwasik3388]

Baffle out definitely :D

[@mmm24ist]

Can you measure/compare weight of the stock and fuel exhaust? I like the stock cb500x sound so weight might be only reason for me to change it

[@WTF1wr1ownage]

My akrapovic exhaust is like half the weight of the old one. If I'm not mistaken the OEM exhaust is 4kg and the akrapovic is 2kg, so quite the weight savings.

[@FuelExhaustsLtd]

We have comparison weights and decibel levels on the red tab section 'TECHNICAL INFORMATION' on the right hand side of this page - it can only be viewed on a PC or tablet in landscape view due to the page size - www.fuelexhausts.com/exhausts/bike-and-range/honda/cb500x-2022

[@Valks-22]

For 95% of the people and bikes this is a purely aesthetic sound/looks questions. It definitely looks and sounds better with this exhaust, it also doesn't sound too loud or obnoxious without the baffle for everyone else around. If you like it go for it. If you want noticeable changes you can have the rear swing arm or wheels made in carbon fiber, frame in lighter alloys or generally what €100k SS bikes have to drop the weight by 20%. This isn't the bike for that, there is no need for that, and we should strive to be those people not disassembling the reflective plastic parts that might make a difference on an intersection with a distracted car driver rather than delude ourselves with a 250g or a 2kg weight saving on a road (adventure-y) bike...

[@mmm24ist]

@@Valks-22 yeah, agree, exhaust on the very bottom of my mods list. I know for some ppl it's first upgrade, not for me :)

[@Yowzoe]

@@Valks-22 Would a slip-on exhaust like this one from Fuel make *any* difference at all in the bike's *performance* to your knowledge?

[@ManWith2Hats]

In the unboxing section you said we were going to see how simple it is but I didn't see any details about removing it or construction?

[@Englishbikerdan]

Yes in my haste I missed the baffle removal. I'll pop another vid up soon!

[@FuelExhaustsLtd]

We have a short video here which shows how to remove and replace the baffle - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWKVhq16bcR-edU 🙂

[@DavidSmith-hn5gg]

@@FuelExhaustsLtd love your exhausts but hate the logo I’m sorry but it would look much nicer with no logo.

[@FuelExhaustsLtd]

@@DavidSmith-hn5gg personal preference I guess but you can ask for the logo to be omitted if you place an order. There is a comment section when you fill in your details. It is no biggy. ;-)

[@kevindarkstar]

Intresting that with the baffle out there is that weird bubbling suck back sound when you close the throttle, I have just fitted a GRmoto exhaust and it has virtually that same effect without the baffle, which I wasn't keen on so left it in 😊

[@MrBoybergs]

Well the baffle should make a for a very attractive ornament on your mantle piece......

[@Englishbikerdan]

Haha, I've left it in as it's too loud without it for me.

[@rustworks2588]

2.29 shots fired! 😊

[@Englishbikerdan]

Hehe

[@cosmicinquisitor5127]

I was wondering if you'll ever test the slightly cheaper alternative to this bike the benelli trk 502x.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Sadly I can't find any info about a dealer near me online.

[@cosmicinquisitor5127]

No worries Dan they currently don't have alot of dealerships thanks for the reply

[@miguelcorreia7034]

Hi thanks for the review . Do you think this bike is well suited for a 185cm man with 85 kgs ? What’s you opinion on that , also in the case to add Pannions . Thanks in advance The best

[@Englishbikerdan]

Yes I think it would be just fine.

[@johnDukemaster]

Great! Almost more noice with baffle in! No link to the Fuel company? Well, I'll find it.

[@Englishbikerdan]

The website is in the description but KZbin are constantly blocking hyperlinks. 🙄 Cheers! 👍

[@FuelExhaustsLtd]

We are here! ;-)

[@Dukesito4ever]

Muy buena comparativa , me encanto .