The first 1000 miles | owners opinion | Honda cl500

[@warrenr4]

CB500X rider here. You are spot on. The fun factor with these Honda 500’s is off the scale. But when you consider, cheap insurance, maintenance, awesome mpg, etc etc and it’ll do 100mph if required, I won’t be back on a litre bike for the foreseeable future.

[@dauwg99]

I'm riding a Honda FTR223, but am starting to crave more power. Do you think it's powerful enough as a long term bike? My city's highway limits are only 100kmph!

[@warrenr4]

Plenty enough for me. Zips up to 100 kph in no time and sits at 130 kph comfortably all day long 🙂✌🏻

[@dauwg99]

@@warrenr4 Thank you 😃 I'm also thinking about a SV650, but I watched a guy pushing it on a mountain road and it seems like it's nearly too fast to enjoy the acceleration?! In like a second, he was going from 80 to like 120+, which is a bit dangerous.

[@jensenbeachjay]

​@@dauwg99 For sure man! Perfect step up. 100kph looks to be right at 62mph --- which this bike will ride readily. It'll pull ya more, bit don't expect anything amazing... Likely fair pull till 75-80mph, assume top of ~100mph

[@SFSomega]

Same opinion here. I like this small bike so much and I can't really put a finger on why I like it so much. I like it more than my bigger and more powerful bikes. Every time I get on this bike I enjoy it and it feels good.

[@WyreForestBiker]

Glad you like it ! as what seems like the only UK CL500 Vlogger I'm pleased I'm now not alone ! It's a brilliant little bike ....👍

[@markfoster2033]

It's all about smiles per mile,good to see someone enjoying a less powerful bike,I can relate to that.Two years ago I bought a cheap SV650 as a winter hack bike as I was getting my imaculate Street Triple covered in mud on the back lanes around here.Roll on a few months,the roads have dried out but the 'inferior' SV650 has become my Go To bike,I've enjoyed it so much that the other month I bought a zero miles pre reg SV650 to tour around the alps.Sure it's not one for the Power Rangers or forum god's,,but for me it's great fun👍

[@HippoDrones]

People forget the fun that can be had from honest basic bikes like this, ace to see you are lovin it mate 🙂

[@Mrfish2015]

Slow is the new fast

[@HippoDrones]

@@Mrfish2015 haha 😄

[@timparry5028]

Rediscovering the very essence of biking is truely a wonderful thing. Im soooooooo happy for you Fish. 😊😊

[@davejohn7805]

Agree all the way. Love my CL. After riding bigger bikes for years this 500 is a revelation. I'm 4000 miles in and love it.

[@iandunipace]

glad you are enjoying it. how about calling it cecil . begins with the letter C and ends in a L. 😂😂😂👍👍👍

[@phillipwilliams4674]

When you first unveiled it the name 'Blue Bomber' screamed in my mind, and I still think that could be a great name, considering it could be seen as a natural progression from Hondas original 500cc Black Bomber. All you'd need is an old fashioned helmet with the goggles, and a lambswool lined bomber jacket. Retro '50's yeah!

[@AndreaHaku]

Thank you so much for your videos on the CL500. I'm about to buy one and it'll be my very first motor bike. So exited about it. Can't wait to learn riding it and start having fun with it. From watching your videos and others, I think it's the perfect bike to start and have fun. Thanks again and keep doing videos riding it :)

[@Mrfish2015]

Welcome to world of bikes ..

[@BakerBikerGeshe]

Howdy from Texas!!! Been a little over a year and 10k miles on my lil scl500. She's the daily beater and the perfect bike just to get on and go.

[@Mrfish2015]

Definitely an underdog bike

[@BakerBikerGeshe]

@Mrfish2015 ever heard the beach boys song called Little Honda? the scl500 was designed after that song in my opinion bahahaha

[@beniroSK]

After 5000km on my XADV I was speeding a lot (power and DCT) so I needed something slower for the city, lighter, cheaper, and more mechanical... I bought a green cl500 in september and I love it. You can ride hard (at the bike's limit) and still be safe, it's a lot of fun...

[@crazygrandad5540]

same engine as my Rebel 500 SE. I moved from a 650 to rebel 500 and loving the rebel. many smiles and more miles

[@ozzyprogdomino8815]

I have had a z400 for 3 years, it has the same 47bhp as your Honda and I love it, I have had my full license for over 25 years, but I love the power of the z400, you get to use all of it on the road and still keep your license (if you’re lucky) it is also super light. Glad you are enjoying your new bike.

[@duanestiles4821]

As long as you love it that’s all that matters wish you could have summer like we have here in the United States

[@Mrfish2015]

If we had good summers I’d never be at home

[@davidphillips7255]

These bikes are a joy to ride; especially for the experienced rider. They just feel so good.

[@ferkuzuel]

Am debating between the cl500 and the scrambler 400x, I honestly like the looks of the 400x more, but I like the fact that the cl is a twin cylinder, also like the quiet sound of the cl, so after all looks like am going to spend more time riding it then looking at it ,so I think I will go for cl500 Thanks for sharing! Cheers from usa

[@lynnbroadhurst4807]

Glad you're enjoying the bike. I have the predecessor Rebel CMX500 and love it! I go all over the place on it, touring around the UK, it does all I ask of it. I sling saddle bags and back box on it and off I trot! Like you say the oddities are part of the fun 😁.

[@andregrastyan3403]

Hi there, Fish. I'm glad you like it. I got over 3,400 miles on my Honda CL500, and I love it also. Great riding here every time on the Jersey Shore USA. Traded in my Rebel 1100cc DCT for it after 14,700 miles and no regrets at all. Greetings and enjoy it.

[@Mrfish2015]

Nice one , glad you’re enjoying it

[@paracog]

Had a 305 scrambler in the 60s. This is the first bike that's called to me like that. I'm aged out, but I'd have one if I was younger. I envy you!

[@Mrfish2015]

Never envy anyone ..

[@grays5112]

I love mine as well, after a hip replacement, my CRF300 Rally had to go, no more off roading, bought this and like yourself nearly every ride in the wet, shifts around a lot 😂, love it, and now done 2.2k, have done a lane and it coped ok, so with better rubber, it may be more competent than I originally thought, it does get under your skin, 🙂 the sun will soon be here🤔, no worries, glad you're enjoying the CL. 👍

[@garykeighley712]

I reckon that’s why Royal Enfield is doing so well the market is changing we are all getting older and wiser Less is More 😁

[@dossaer]

Love the content mate. I named my CL Christie Lee .. after the model (and the Billy Joel song).

[@simondemetriou7750]

I've got a Tracer 9 and a BMW G310R that I share with my son..........totally agree with you about slow bikes being loads of fun!

[@buddah6217]

I reckon you should call the bike " The Wheel Barrow" the right hand view with the exhaust pipe makes it look like a builders wheelbarrow handle. And your comments on its handling, Lead me to say " It handles like a wheel barrow full of wet concrete" You have to keep a firm hold of it or you will loose it. LOL. Safe riding Mr Fish.

[@wimperelly]

Hi, lovely video. Really. Next week I have a testride with this CL500. I've had more than 25 motorcycles but the last year's I was downsizing a lot. So I just sold my amazing Royal Enfield Meteor 350. I've had it for 2,5y and it was the bike that I have the longest in my possession. Why I change. Well. Just because YOLO and because the only negative thing about the meteor 350 was, that highway riding was a bit on the edge of his power. But I will do some more testrides the next weeks. With this CL500, Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, even a Royal Enfield 650 because they will have a 650 scrambler (Bear) soon. But I have high expectations of this Honda and important to me is the fact that it is a Honda and the 5y of warranty. Again great video. I do have one question.....important question actually because I am a cleaning freak 😁 not of the time the exhaust pipes are stainless steel without paint. I think the exhaust of the CL 500 are powder coated black ones. Can you clean this or keep them clean? And how to to so? If I buy a cl500 I think I will put a mid guard enlarger on the front and a mud/Skidplate underneath the engine.

[@Mrfish2015]

Definitely put the extension on as it puts muck up the radiator, but I’m not one for cleaning too much 😝 mine goes off road now and again

[@bikeaholic6386]

Glad ur enjoying the new bike, it looks fun. You should call it Percy 😊

[@jimmyjam8795]

Looks so much like the 1980s CB350sg. I don't hate on this bike, but just send like my 23 cb500f had better headlight, suspension, brakes, instrument and very roomy upright riding position. With a much larger range, less filling up when commuting. I loved those tyres on my 20 plate cb500x, pushed them hard in all weather's as an all year round rider. I know some don't like them, but I thought they were excellent. Pleased you're enjoying the bike👍

[@GeraldOliver-nq2vq]

You got me thinking small now was going to get another 1000cc to expensive and servicing and 2 sets of tyres every summer ☺

[@marcheighton6436]

Too right you don't need all the bells and whistles and 100+BHP to have fun on a motorcycle back to basics bikes remind you of all those skills you are losing. And boy is that fun 👍👍👍

[@dave8204]

I've had a CB500F since August and I've had months of non-stop rain. Agree with all you say,the least powerful bike I've had for 30 years (I've been riding for 48 years now and never owned a car) and it's great fun. Most of my riding these days is commuting and country lanes and it's plenty quick enough and unbelievably light after over 10 years riding a Bandit,fuel consumption is pretty amazing as well,I seriously thought the fuel gauge must be faulty for the first couple of weeks,my record so far is 120 mpg showing on the mpg indicator at a steady 30 in 3rd gear,late night,empty road ,average speed cameras for a couple of miles. Suspension reminds me of the hideous Honda 250G5 "2 wheejed pogo stick" I had and hated back in the 70's and probably it's worse feature but these bikes are made in Thailand where the average local rider won't be much over 10 stone....and I am.......much over. Exhaust note isn't bad at all on the X and living in a built up area and not getting home from work at 11.30 pm I do have a bit of consideration for others. If I was buying new I'd have got the X as it's a bit roomier,or now the CL which wasn't available back then. Name for the CL? How about Celia?

[@slimdowndaddy7919]

I ride an SV 1000... I'm looking at this bike... looks like a load of fun. Thats what it's about in it

[@dwaynehooper4783]

I always name my bikes, my R6 is Reece, I think a great name for your commuter would be Colin as matches CL500! It’s been a miserable winter commute, come on Spring! Great Vlog as always! I’m Horsham based so might see you at Boxhill one day! 👊🏻😎👍🏻

[@Mrfish2015]

May well see you there

[@HAMILTONPROVIDEO]

There should be a non-glare or polarizing filter you could fit over the speedometer. Its the glare on the glass thats doing it. Seems like it would be a simple fix.

[@Mrfish2015]

You can get them but not bright enough regardless sadly

[@AK03-ee9xz]

You sir, with this review on that bike got me subscribed! Ride safe

[@Mrfish2015]

Welcome aboard! Thanks for

[@vdimitris1]

Thank you for the video. I have an xsr125. So this seems like super fast and powerful for me. Although I'm very satisfied I'm looking for the next step at some point and cl500 seems very good balanced motorcycle.

[@marcvanartevelde5586]

After three decades of litre bikes I "downgraded" to a Rebel 500 three years ago and I rarely had as much fun on a bike. I just dislike the dash and the seat. Can't go on impromptu 500km weekend trips on a "saddle" like this, but aside from that, it's all you need and more. Smiles per mile the Honda 500s are unbeatable.

[@Anthony-w7i5g]

First to comment, thanks for your opinion as I am considering one, why not.

[@petersheppard6085]

I owned a 500 Rebel when they first came out, but traded up because of the riding posistion.....this looks better ergonomics.....I admit I also quite enjoyed the poor suspension....especially up "Certain-Death Hill" near my Sons house in Kent....lol

[@aidens04]

Betty Blue. Like the film. Beatrice Dalle 😍

[@RufusCapstick]

I have 2 Harleys, an unrestricted B-king and a 310v Zontes. The Zontes is my go to for everything except the highway, it's so much fun. I'm beginning to wonder if I need the bigger bikes, I rarely ride them.

[@camdenwalker6106]

Thanks, Fish!

[@125ZJK]

Mr Fish , meet yourself halfway NC750X DCT !

[@stevenyates6732]

There's so many pot holes in road, I'm thinking of buying Cl semi scrambler

[@PDCRed]

Gonna order one this weekend.

[@Frank-xo7zj]

That's what motorcycles are supposed to do...make one happy..I've got a name suggestion for the Honda...how about placebo... enjoy..and thanks for bringing a smile to my face...peace

[@riffsontwowheels]

What a great bike for Britain

[@magaudion]

Clint-it’s a CL innit

[@martinehulme8743]

Love this 🎉

[@Jimbobs_Adventures]

Got to cal it Clive

[@AdyRider]

Pleased you’re enjoying it, they do look good fun 😊 So, a name. How about CeLia Corny but best I could do 😆

[@johnj2766]

Love your enthusiasm Mr fish ive got one of these in blue to .I couldn't agree more I love mine to bits to but I don't know why it just makes me feel good and it's so relaxing g to ride I like the name viagra lol😅

[@bikersquest]

I found my self doing the same when I had both a 1000cc and 250cc I found my self using the 250 much more as it was practical and fun, you know the riding a slow bike fast is funner etc etc big bikes are great for the occasional adrenaline rush but then you have to justify the cost lol especially with all the 20 limits and cameras etc everywhere.

[@andycoles9221]

How about Celia

[@grumpsrides42]

Good Vibes! 🙂 A name for the bike? CLIF, (CL i Five hundred)?🤔 or, SMILER? coz it makes you smile so much?! 🤔 Good to see you in a really good place, enjoying life and the CL500 😁 Grumps

[@warhobbit7951]

Yea I see the charging point is in a silly position can it be rotated around so it’s upside down maybe ? Why isn’t there a waterproof connection?

[@Mrfish2015]

It’s strange .. but it bolts to the mirrror mount ..

[@lynsmith1096]

Nice 1 Mr Fish

[@soilsmanadv6673]

I think you should put on some piggy back shocks, exhaust, knobs, and some handlebars to give it the scrambler feel.

[@Mrfish2015]

Maybe 😂

[@tonywilliamson4512]

Be interested to see if you do any trips on it,any planned? Also do you think it would be any better with bar risers ? Be happy dude.

[@Mrfish2015]

I’d only put risers on if I plan to stand more (off road)

[@Ken.ch452]

Name suggestions: Scrambles, or Clive-undred, or Chloe Lanechaser.

[@n9oqu]

Call it Sophie. It’s beautify blue and it’s got wonderful curves. It excites you does it!

[@n9oqu]

Well it doesn’t keep you dry!

[@domi9577]

Is this bike still a good buy now that the Guerrilla 450 is on the market?

[@DavidGarside]

I've just covered 1000 miles on mine now and I love it. I've done the big bikes and this will probably last me until I pop my clogs. I find i can have more fun riding a smaller bike hard, than a big one casually. Mine's called 'Emma P' by the way (Emma Peel 😍) . By the way, what camera/mic setup do you have? Thanks for a great video.

[@Mrfish2015]

You have many years left mate lol .. its a GoPro 12 and a cheap lav mic from Amazon in the cheekpad

[@DavidGarside]

@@Mrfish2015 I do hope so 🤞🤞. Thank you, I'll look into the Media Mod for my Gopro11 and give it a go. Thanks for your quick reply and the info. Keep the videos coming. 👍👍

[@yamman56]

You keep saying it moves around underneath you. What about SKIPPY. Great cheerful video. Are you bringing the CL500 on the BOS meet up? 🚂🏍👍🏻👴🏻

[@Mrfish2015]

I think I am taking it yes

[@davidrichardson5402]

Betty Lou ?

[@stanleylawson9015]

where is the weight on this bike

[@Mrfish2015]

On the saddle 😂

[@DiveTrainerDan]

Are you going to review the new Triumph 400s?

[@Mrfish2015]

If I get one … I don’t chase reviews

[@domi9577]

So now you have this and the NX? Not many people have two bikes with the same engine!

[@Mrfish2015]

Slightly different tune

[@Klooney9mm]

I defiantly feel some of the fun of a smaller cheap bike can be down to having less care or worry what happens to it. You can just go and get up and around on it. Any thoughts on a windshield? Also a name: Cliffy?? Isn't offensive but very well could be. Sounds cheeky and potentially naughtly. Its CL and gives me a S*iiffy

[@mikespeaks6038]

Since it's a CL, call it Cleo. That was my dad's name.

[@spring9603]

Happy-Blue

[@coolhandchunk]

Name suggestion - Pepe the 'lil Mule (from Romancing the Stone)

[@davidatherton8264]

Nice would of got one if I had a manual licence

[@Mrfish2015]

Stay in first 😂

[@benkelly2190]

Hears a name for ya. Blue tube..🤷🏼‍♂️ see ya on the 14th.

[@jamesnoonan7450]

I love how 500cc is considered "little." I own a CL500, and I wouldn't call it little !

[@Mrfish2015]

Coming off of an 1100 or certainly is and in size too 😜

[@jamesnoonan7450]

@Mrfish2015 that's fair, I've got a Honda Transalp myself, lovely bike!

[@brockett]

Law says you must have pillion footpegs if you have a dual/pillion seat. "Viagra" that was funny. Is there no brightness/ contrast adjustment for the display? Nice video thanks.

[@samuelgillard2196]

I get the feeling you like it! 😂

[@grenphelps7455]

Are you going to do a review on the new adventure sports AT, or are you refusing, because it's essentially a road bike now 😅😅

[@Mrfish2015]

I will when I get one ..

[@grenphelps7455]

​​@@Mrfish2015 so when is it due out...got the low down from your man, Ian, the one who you like to cuddle 😅😅

[@Mrfish2015]

It’s already out I believe

[@stephensmith1118]

surly its name should be CeLia..... have fun.... alternativly country Joe.... and you will be the fish....

[@James-fw1zd]

“The big sub 500cc medium adventure” ……coming soon?…🧐

[@leeinwis]

CRF300L Rally ?

[@danielobrien2592]

Hilda the Honda 😅

[@petereddy458]

Blue bomber

[@malcolmpatton9314]

Yeah my wife and I both have the cb500x and they are brilliant. Looked a more powerful bikes and they may have a larger engine but with smaller fuel tank and less range why ?. More tech to go wrong don’t need the drama.

[@Mrfish2015]

100%

[@azlong4596]

Clarissa

[@camdenwalker6106]

Have you got a name yet? How about “Clownshoes”, fun and silly in the corners…

[@Mrfish2015]

Yes … it’s called “seal” because of my accent .. cl sound like seal to people not from London 😂

[@brianc8463]

Bike name: Mr. Bimble 😊

[@findingneutral]

Name it Bluefish 🐟.

[@grahamebradford1028]

If it was mine it would be called Colin. You're welcome.

[@ronboe6325]

Ring Worm - because it gets under your skin... :P

[@ronboe6325]

It is dang cool to hear how tickled you are with the bike. Well done sir!

[@neilrd350]

CL equals CRAZY LADY😂

[@redlion001]

CLarissa

[@leeinwis]

Are the lambs silent now Clarice ?

[@Richard-y3q2n]

Smurf / smurfett

[@bfarm44]

Honda presented us with some seriously promising renditions of what this bike could have been then delivered this turdfest with half the gas tank and an exhaust system best described as a Russian submarine toilet waste pipe. Abject failure

[@Mrfish2015]

What do you ride ?

[@LTLT900]

​@@Mrfish2015He probably rides some other turdfest.

[@magaudion]

@@Mrfish2015a dildo probably