A review on the charming honda cl500 Check out one of my sponsors for clothing etc gthic.com Discount code 20% off : markpulling Please like,share and subscribe thanks :)
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@thisandthat12652 ай бұрын
I test rode this bike with no intentions to buy it. But it was a great smooth easy to ride bike. So I bought one . Its perfect for my style of riding. Thanks for the great honest review.
@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne9 ай бұрын
Once again it seems like Honda produce another versatile machine for the masses. It's my guess that not only new riders, but those who no longer demand 200bhp and 0-60 times of a Bugatti Veyron will buy this fabulous little bike (I remember when 500cc was a reasonably big bike).... Great review (as we have become accustomed to) from you.
@markpulling129 ай бұрын
Thanks again 👍.... great bike this for UK roads Best wishes mark
@marksimpson52189 ай бұрын
Yes, 500cc was classed as a big bike. My dad had a Suzuki GT380 and that seemed quite big. How times have changed.
@andregrastyan34034 ай бұрын
Hi Mark. Listen to this. I showed your video on the CL500 scrambler to 4 people. 3 of them bought it here in NJ USA. Myself included. You must be good. 😂
@markpulling124 ай бұрын
Haha many thanks....my mum lives in Kentucky Best wishes mark
@jmulroy19 ай бұрын
For real world riding this is a very good choice.. Excellent fuel milage and enough weight to be stable on highway riding. LED lights are a great upgrade. Shame there is no second front disc! Would prefer if the fairing and front fender and hand guards were tank color. Great review.
@RRRRefuelRideRace9 ай бұрын
I completely agree. For a daily use is perfect. I rode it. Can check it. Drop by, you may like my content.
@williamrae99549 ай бұрын
Why would you want the extra weight and gyroscopic effect of a second disc? My single disc XSR700 beats the standard bike from 60 - 0...lines and a better caliper is what you want...Beringer radial 4 pot on my bike!
@andytownsend91639 ай бұрын
Looks very utilitarian, always had a soft spot for a Honda. Great review, thanks Mark 👍👍
@markpulling129 ай бұрын
Cheers Andy ... these honda engines are great...super reliable and economical... it suits this bike really well Cheers mark
@kalnwi20239 ай бұрын
Team Red !
@craigrogers9799Ай бұрын
Great description of how it operates. Definitely aiming to get one as a rider of 20+ years.
@TEKKYTWO9 ай бұрын
This is honestly a beautiful looking bike I would definitely consider getting one as my next bike 😍 fantastic review as always Mark
@martinehulme87439 ай бұрын
I'm surprised, I didn't expect it to look like this, love the brown seat, orange tank option would be my choice.. I had the 500f great confidence giver..💯 can't go wrong with honda, great review Mark xx
@markpulling129 ай бұрын
Thanks Martine ...yes definitely a bike that grew on me the more I rode it x
@RRRRefuelRideRace9 ай бұрын
This is a very good-looking bike. They offer also a nice range of colors. Can check my test ride of this machine. :)
@richardpetty91599 ай бұрын
I think that the brown seat is an upgrade.
@markpulling129 ай бұрын
@@richardpetty9159 yes I think it's part of the style pack Cheers mark
@nikos-giorgos9 ай бұрын
@@markpulling12 And it's 81cm high. 79cm is the stock black seat.
@splodge57149 ай бұрын
Another great review of what seems a good bike. So refreshing from channels that only like one make of bike (RE or BMW.) 🤣
@markpulling129 ай бұрын
Haha 😂 many thanks 👍
@shardlake9 ай бұрын
Having bought one, interesting to get your take on the bike, pretty much spot on comfy all-rounder, agree with the dash, not great although everything you need. Travel pack seemed to be great value, the heated grips are great now the weather has changed, and that bag great for my essentials.
@grays51129 ай бұрын
How strange you reviewed this 🙃. JUST bought one today, same colour, and swapped my CBR500R, as this is way better suited to the lanes and tracks here in Mid Wales 🙂 I'm hoping it will suit me fine, I really like the riding position, and the plusher suspension, nice review 👍
@markpulling129 ай бұрын
Great choice... probably better for the lanes in Wales Best wishes mark
@peter76249 ай бұрын
Are there any bad bikes these days? I don't think so, certainly not from Honda. Looks like a nice all-rounder with all the great attributes of the 471 lump. Who says you can't have it all? Another great review in the lovely Dorset outback! Thanks Mark.
@markpulling129 ай бұрын
Many thanks Peter ...yes most bikes these days are good ... they have $$$$ spent on them I guess R and D plus testing Best wishes mark
@mattdog19829 ай бұрын
When I first saw these bikes, I thought the styling was horrendous. Now, I’m actually starting to like it. Fantastic real world bike. Good job Honda. If Honda could produce a true retro ( like the highness) with this engine, I think they’d sell shedloads. Nothing wrong with this though.
@VanBaylen4 ай бұрын
Horrendous? Sheesh.. to each their own. I think this bike is quite a marvel.
@mattdog19824 ай бұрын
@RioBolio read the comment. That was my FIRST impression. I actually ended up renting this bike and throughly enjoyed it. I do wish it was a tad more like the old cl though.
@nikosjackson25129 ай бұрын
i really like watching your reviews mark!Keep them coming.Much love from Greece!
@markpulling129 ай бұрын
Many thanks and greetings to Greece Nikos :)
@chrischristofis85019 ай бұрын
I think it is true to say that Honda have never made a bad bike, they always get the right mix of functionality quality and price, to get a better bike kne has to pay a lot more
@user-sw2lv3zp6o9 ай бұрын
Great medium-sized bike. You could do everything on it: commute, weekend blasts, tour. Seemingly, the whole of northern Europe used to tour on Yamaha XT500s once up on a time. The CL would leave my old XT behind. The high mudgard: I saw one in Chiang Rai the other day with a black one. Looked better, but they look better without them. Nick J
@markpulling129 ай бұрын
Thanks nick .....I really enjoyed this cl500 ...rides superbly.... great for the UK Cheers mark
@cliveomahoney40969 ай бұрын
It really looks good in green with the brown saddle.
@RRRRefuelRideRace9 ай бұрын
A very good-looking machine. It can be a very good commuter. I test rode it and even being 6ft 1 it felt quite comfortable. Got my like. Great video MP.
@markpulling129 ай бұрын
Many thanks 👍
@svaralen9 ай бұрын
Will be nice to see your review on the new Voge DSX 525 😎
@sexytasmin9 ай бұрын
Excellent review Mark. I really like the chrome rims on the wheels.
@markpulling129 ай бұрын
Many thanks as always Andrew 😀
@kenj.88979 ай бұрын
Always a great review . Mark how many years have you been riding?
@markpulling129 ай бұрын
I'm 53 ...been riding constantly since 16 ! 1986 Best wishes mark
@kitsadaphethaew53339 ай бұрын
I have this one . After I have ridden cl500 for a while. I'm very sure that beginners can ride this bike. This bike is just a normal bike. If anyone needs so much speed ,this bike is not that way. But anyone wants a bike is easy to ride ,CL500 will make you happy really.
@rogerdunn51505 ай бұрын
Thanks for the review Mark. I like the fact you night ride. No else seems to. I'm 6ft so I'll need a test ride to check the fit, seems small in the showroom. They do a high seat so maybe that'll be for me? It does seem expensive when the NX is only 300 more? As a personal favor please always comment on the steering lock. Bikes with no lock irritate me! 😂
@markpulling125 ай бұрын
Thanks Roger .... cheers mark
@jamescant66259 ай бұрын
Tempted .. The sub 500cc bikes are getting popular , enough everyday power, good economy , insurance and tax friendly . The competition is hotting up , the new Triumph 400s , the new 450 RE Himalayan all about the 40hp range .
@Hinckley_Biker9 ай бұрын
Hi Mark, I love this bike! It would make a great second bike option or for commuting with that excellent fuel economy. A good choice for the new rider moving up through the ranks too, great review as always, regards Dennis.😊
@markpulling129 ай бұрын
Many thanks Dennis 😄
@donreed11339 ай бұрын
How’s the wind on the highway? Do you think a windscreen would be a good add-on? Thanks for the thorough review! 😊
@markpulling129 ай бұрын
Hi the wind blast at 60/70 mph was fine for me ...but yes a little screen would definitely help Best wishes mark
@gemail61129 ай бұрын
Hi Mark, i think the Brown seat is optional and higher than 790 + 30 mm
@markpulling129 ай бұрын
Thanks it's part of the style pack on this bike I believe...but the seat feels super low to me I was flat footed with knee bent and I'm not tall Many thanks for the info Best wishes mark
@MoiPloy5 ай бұрын
basically its a rebel that can take on offroads ... neat design ..im digging on that exhuast
@andregrastyan34039 ай бұрын
Hi Mark, great video again. I like the fact that you are very detailed and accurate on specs. I purchased this bike got 1,800 miles on it and love it. Trated in my Rebel 1100cc DCT for it. I had that bike for 2.5 years and the ergonomics started to bother me more and more. Put 14,500 miles on it. This bike is a lot more nimble and a lot more comfortable. Now I'm taking every turn 10 miles faster, at least. Missed the power first,but now I'm used to it. I did some mods, painted the exost black, better horn luggage rack, black brake and clutch handles. Thanks again, greetings from the NJ shore USA.
@markpulling129 ай бұрын
Thanks andre appreciate the feedback I went to long Island NY many years ago and my mum lives in Kentucky Best wishes mark
@andregrastyan34039 ай бұрын
That is great. I'm a retired helicopter pilot and live on the Jersey shore. Love riding my bike close to the water. Had 5 motorcycles in 6 and a half years Here, you can not test drive most of the bikes, so you end up keeping buying them until you find the right one.
@neilanderson23744 ай бұрын
Just had a look at one of these in the flesh. Much better without the optional white mudguard. It’s the least popular member of the Honda 500 family and much more likely to be on offer. I saw one up for £5.8k including a few options
@gregstotts16389 ай бұрын
Great review. Think I'll get one for a second ride. Thx
@FarHanSolo9 ай бұрын
For all the clowns who actually haven't owned or ridden it, you might want to give it a go. I've seen reviewers going out of their way to hate it from the outset (Missenden Flyer, that's you), but end up enjoying riding it. Yes, if you don't like the looks fine, but I actually bought it for numerous reasons; one of them being that lovely exhaust pipe!
@letni95069 ай бұрын
I think it looks good. Bit odd but I'd have one. It's just the price that's just that tiny bit tasty for me. 5k is more or less my budget and I can't stretch to 6k
@nickholmes63769 ай бұрын
I really like this bike to, at first I thought honda were been very lazy with altering the rebel design but it's grown on me, I really like certain parts,the exhaust end can, the proper rear mud guard and light assembly, the overall scrambler style and riding position, little bit disappointed at the downpipes been mild steel though, a demo bike I looked at had rust creeping out of the pipes near the cat,
@user-gq2bs3vn3q9 ай бұрын
Great video 👍👍
@ronlysons67508 ай бұрын
All these Honda 500s are very nice, what would be nicer though would a CB500R.
@andrewturner47285 ай бұрын
These bikes are so underrated. I've just bought a CL300 which is a single cylinder. Only £2,650 at the moment in Thailand and great for back lanes and city traffic.
@olethorhermansen56969 ай бұрын
Instead of two silly, useless front mudguards it would have been preferable with just one that actually worked. Even though it's mounted quite high, the radiator will soon be full of dirt, the mudguards certainly don't protect it. The bike could do with a hugger on the rear wheel too. Like all the other manufacturers, Honda don't give their bikes functional mudguards anymore, perhaps to ensure that they will deteriorate faster, so we will buy more new ones?
@peter76249 ай бұрын
Only Royal Enfield bother with real mudguards. I guess Indian riders demand them for the Monsoon, but I think Britain probably has more rain overall, and most riders here seem to hate them! Strange..
@EricThomasHunterSweetland11 күн бұрын
It's all about style over function unfortunately.
@danam02289 ай бұрын
Seems great, but I would demand the dealer to spray those white bits to match black elsewhere on bike
@bicmac3339 ай бұрын
Technically and practically this may be a fine motorcycle, but Honda hasn't really put any effort into the visual design. It's actually a shame, the base would have had potential for a nice old style scrambler like a CB 350 CL. They should take an example from the Kawasaki Z 650 RS. Kawasaki does old style much better!
@jimmyjam87959 ай бұрын
Just seems like a lazy attemot at trying to reproduce the 1985 CB350SG.... and failing.
@stephenheys68516 ай бұрын
The bike is fine, but for an extra 900 pounds you can get the 750 Hornet , have it limited for A2 and have a bike you will get plenty from after getting your full licence.
@douglaswright56894 ай бұрын
My only concern is why the exhaust is such a threat to the passenger?
@cliveomahoney40969 ай бұрын
Fabulous review, thanks Mark. When I sat on the bike at the NEC it seemed to be very insubstantial. You clearly liked it on the road, and that's all that matters really. I got my Hornet, grey, after waiting a very long time. I adore it. Your review of that was spot on too. Safe riding.
@aceball70769 ай бұрын
I'm not liking the brown color seat. I wish it came with a longer front fender. Not liking the adventure package except for the heated hand grips.
@markpulling129 ай бұрын
Yes I'm not a fan of the white plastic Better in black ? Best wishes mark
@aceball70769 ай бұрын
Better in blue to match the tank.@@markpulling12
@FairladyS1302 ай бұрын
Fan here but that dash is awful as is the lack of a rev counter which nearly put me off buying one. But love the quirky looks and particularly the exhaust and it's sound. Looks like it will handle the crap roads around here too.
@josevi58359 ай бұрын
This bike looks awesome in the flesh. Tank is well designed and the seat looks gorgeous. In my humble opinion, the best looking bike of Honda that uses this versatile engine. The only complaint is the bulky clutch that does obligue you to adopt a rare position of the right foot in the footpeg.
@drdoolittle57249 ай бұрын
Once again Mark, truly objective review, Honda have done us proud again hey! Also very glad you reviewed this model because another reviewer was most unkind, he has become very bloated with his views, was not objective and I hope manufacturers will realise and not send him bread and butter bikes! ps, did you see something nasty in the mirror lol
@markpulling129 ай бұрын
Many thanks 👍 yes 😀... probably checking the camera was on lol 😁👍😆
@sundukibrahim29449 ай бұрын
Thanks for your reviews. Do you have any possibility to make review of a MBP C1002V? (Keeway)?
@markpulling129 ай бұрын
Maybe I've seen these ...my dealer may get one Cheers mark
@stonkerontheroad96099 ай бұрын
It looks a nice little bike but I can't see why I would buy one over a CB500x personally
@stevenyates67325 ай бұрын
If you hit pot hole on main road, you have chance of not falling off with scrambler 😂
@hakimlehaineux5 ай бұрын
Hi , what do you think of the saddle ? the original saddle is really too hard 😢
@markpulling125 ай бұрын
Hi this one seems fine for me...I rode it for 2 hours without any issues Cheers mark
@hakimlehaineux5 ай бұрын
The black seat is horrible 😭
@hakimlehaineux5 ай бұрын
Ok sir , thank you very much 👍
@leeinwis4 ай бұрын
@@hakimlehaineux It is, get a air hawk for about 70 bucks.
@johnrocker29869 ай бұрын
Redemming feature? I don't own it.
@cptntwang4 ай бұрын
Thats like a better xt500 in a way.
@BreezyRider669 ай бұрын
Why has it only got half a mudguard and I'm talking about the bottom one not the top one. And why is there no protection for everyting sitting in front of the back wheel? Does my head in. Otherwise looks like a good fun bike!
@markpulling129 ай бұрын
Yes me too ...I think they do over style these bikes rather than practicality Cheers mark
@splodge57149 ай бұрын
Most bikes have a too short front mudguard. I've put a Pyramid fenda extenda on mine. Works a treat and only cost £21.😊
@hctim969 ай бұрын
Looks like Honda has another winner. Looks wise that ugly fuel tank has to go. Or at least do something to make it more pleasing to the eye. To me it looks like they took it off a Suzuki SV650 from a parts bin. I wonder how it compairs to the CB500X? brother from another mother?
@paul56833 ай бұрын
It's about time that Honda put a better gage pack/clock on these 500 cc bikes. It's like they bought an entire warehouse full of those crappy things and they plan on using every last one of them.
@flesz_Күн бұрын
This or speed 400
@markpulling12Күн бұрын
Tough choice but I'd go for the speed 400 ...just prefer the looks Cheers mark
@martinking15979 ай бұрын
I test rode one of these. The seat was agony after about 45 minutes. Do you know if your demo bike had an optional comfort seat on it?
@markpulling129 ай бұрын
Hi Martin ...yes I believe this bike had the style adventure and comfort packs on it ...the seat isn't standard...I found it very comfortable Best wishes mark
@Rick-ve5lx9 ай бұрын
Looks like a cross between a Himalayan and an MT07. I’m not a fan of the high level exhaust. Nice bike though.
@adrianstrand11209 ай бұрын
Needs a sump guard and rid of that hideous exhaust, hand guards, fly screen and charging point all extras ? That ridiculous shorty front mudguard. Oh and extra £££ if you want a centre stand.
@davidbesant9 ай бұрын
This one fell out of the ugly tree and hit every branch on the way down. That exhaust is just a nuicance. Means you can't have throwovers but can still ground it on a pebble. Can't see it flying off the shelves.
@kalnwi20239 ай бұрын
That horn/indicators reversed thing sucks bad .
@user-pw9us5kl5r9 ай бұрын
Почему voge стоит дороже?
@simonbisley47469 ай бұрын
Don't like the exhaust does not suit the look of the bike at all way out of proportion with the rest of it, not keen on the headlight either.
@markcherriman61369 ай бұрын
It's neither fish nor fowl .
@jamesballard65645 ай бұрын
I haven't heard that expression in quite a while. Thanks for the chuckle. I agree entirely. 👍
@markrigg70389 ай бұрын
It looks like they designed and built it in the dark, not one of Hondas better looking bikes
@girlinagale9 ай бұрын
I'd rather the petrol tank go over that ugly black machinery rather than be pushed up visually. I like the dual sport front mudguard but it's null and voided by the tight little one below. The silencer is big and ugly.
@lewisallan99639 ай бұрын
I personally love it, in black just have to relave the exhaust
@richardpetty91599 ай бұрын
I really, really like it except for the white plastic stuff.
@josevi58359 ай бұрын
This bike is much more attractive in the flesh, believe me. I tried one six months ago in Madrid and I liked it a lot. The front 19" wheel gives a great feeling, clutch is very light and engine has enough power. I already have a big bike (XSR900), otherwise I would buy a CL500.
@stuartstibbs20699 ай бұрын
Yep. Disappointing from Honda. Could have been so good. Sat on one at the bike shop. Seat is rock hard! Pathetic really. Doesnt anyone test ride these things? 😂🎉🎉
@barrios44589 ай бұрын
Prob a good enough bike but just looks wrong.
@mikehurley50529 ай бұрын
That hideous exhaust says not for me.
@mylifeinthailand87514 ай бұрын
The Triumph Scrambler 400x and the Himalayan 450 are both cheaper and better looking than this monstrosity, in Thailand they accessorise it better
@leeinwis4 ай бұрын
I agree with the cheaper part, but I don't mean price 😏.
@leslatham77979 ай бұрын
Really Mark, your going to ride that around for a couple of weeks? You need to get your dark visor out mate! That bike is ugly 😧 mind you, at least you don’t have to look at it if your riding it 😂
@duncancleverley63669 ай бұрын
Looks only a mother could love.. 😳… but it’s a Honda so they’ll sell gazillions of them anyway.
@nigelcb13009 ай бұрын
Rather have a Royal Enfield to be honest
@marcinpiak35409 ай бұрын
The new 450 Himalayan?!
@jamesballard65645 ай бұрын
Indian assembly quality is questionable.
@lestersmyth6929 ай бұрын
IMHO one of the worst looking bikes currently available 🤮
@sambagogo7779 ай бұрын
From the beauty of the RE Bullet 350 to this hideously ugly monstrosity!
@kalnwi20239 ай бұрын
Ten years from now the Honda will still be on the road 😏.
@user-xw9bw6qd8x9 ай бұрын
Have you ever gave a a bad review for a motorcycle or are you scared a dealer (Poole motor ) will not let you give a review on there bikes
@markpulling129 ай бұрын
No ...I just tell it how it is with bikes ....and give the info .... manufacturers spend $$$$ millions on research and development so much so that bikes are good these days ...bit different to say 60/70 years ago...best wishes mark