What happens to Honda CB500X at 60,000 Miles?!? Best upgrades and accessories to consider.

[@twinhorn69]

Looking to buy one of these bikes, really enjoyed the video, great double act 👍. Very informative thanks guys.

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it...and glad we could help. The CB500X truly is a fun, reliable, and affordable adventure bike!!!

[@UnkleCletusNW]

Picking up my '22 CB tomorrow, with 290 miles on it. Stoked and nervous. This video was great, super helpful.

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

Congratulations!!! Excellent choice. You'll love it! Come back and check out our huge CB500X playlist. From changing your oil to adding accessories, we've got you covered!!!

[@corcoranranch]

As per my comment, the JT1316 won't fit your bike.

[@UnkleCletusNW]

@@corcoranranch Appreciate the heads-up. I’m extremely happy with how the bike has performed bone stock, so far. If I were commuting or rolling lots of freeway miles I may consider dropping a tooth, but she’ll do 65 all day with zero complaints and for now, it’s grand. Sitting at 74 MPG

[@marcoluoma3770]

Thanks for the fun review. There’s a place for a middle-weight ADV bike. When planning the MABDR I had the choice between a bike that’s too big (R1200GS) and one that’s too small (WR250R). Something in the 400-800 cc range would have been just right. Thanks again.

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it, my friend! Hey, if you have room for 2+ bikes in the garage, more power to you. Some of us need one bike that will do it all! :-)

[@fufermanxyz]

Shocking how little of this video was actually talking about the bike...

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

Thanks for your input @fufermanxyz. Were you wanting more feedback as far as how the bike rides, or what repair issues to look out for? Maybe we can do a Part 2 that covers anything you think we missed. If you're looking for bike specs, you'll more likely find that in a "First Impressions" type video...which there are a plethera of on KZbin. If you have any specific questions, let us know! We're very active in the community and would be happy to help.

[@Yowzoe]

it was 50%. It could've been 60 or 70% and yes that would've been better, but as someone new to this game, I *gained immensely* from it. Thank you, blokes 🙏🏽 🎉

[@Yowzoe]

@@MotoPhotoAdventures a part 2 would be fantastique

[@John_Wood_]

correct, two ego's trying to out compete each other...

[@klano8443]

It would have been good to know what the bike was like at 60000 miles.

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

Thanks for watching! The CB500X performed as well at 60K miles as it did at 60 miles. It truly is a fun, reliable, and affordable little adventure bike!

[@jaredbauer3058]

@@klano8443 Agreed. I was expecting a 60k review, but got "witty banter" and and accessories run down.

[@corcoranranch]

Note that the JT1316 sprockets fit only the CB500X thru 2017. Ordered it for my new NX and hole spacing is not close. Unfortunately for the newer bikes JT only offers the JT1225 in sizes 41, 40 and 36. Pretty odd choices. At least the front sprockets atr the same. Might try the 16.

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

Thank you again for updating the information and available options forom JT sprockets.

[@corcoranranch]

Inadvertently added this reply to the rear sprocket video on this comment section.... 😮

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

@@corcoranranch it's all good, man! That made doubly-sure I would see it. HA! 😁 Thanks for watching and commenting. We have tons of other CB500X content that I'm sure crosses over to the NX platform quite a bit. Check out the playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLMpCu16Bx7xP_DfFjhRG9np5cXTO-1uNY&si=nywO85Todhn5sZr8

[@ValentynNFT]

Can you link the led replacement? I have the exact same motorcycle and have been wanting to change it out.

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

Here's a list of most of the accessories I added to my bike: motophotoadventures.com/the-bikes/. Looking through the list, I can see the bulb somehow got omitted. But here's the link: www.superbrightleds.com/catalog/product/view/id/199788/category/2/?find=2013-honda-cb500x-high-beam-and-low-beam-headlight-bulb-base-4496101. The brightness level is SO MUCH BETTER than the stock on!!! Enjoy...

[@Yowzoe]

@@MotoPhotoAdventuresexcellent link. I am looking to get a 22 or a 23, and I'm hearing that even those years' stock LED is not bright enough -- people are saying it is visible enough to oncoming drivers but that it doesn't adequately light up the road ahead.

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

​@Yowzoe glad I could help. The newer models have a better headlight than the old ones. But I always recommend adding auxiliary driving lights to any bike! Look in our CB500X playlist to see how I added mine.

[@Yowzoe]

@@MotoPhotoAdventures yes, better, but not great, is what I've been hearing. I am brand new to this, so I'm sure I'll learn more. Thanks for your playlist, I will definitely be checking everything out. I love these fog lights from Motech that I just stumbled upon as I am looking at all the videos: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mnLQkIWkh6eDf8Usi=l-s6A7nqBKv2fq6j :30 I haven't learned how much more like they put out, but damn, they do look sharp, don't they?

[@sutiwazz7299]

May I know the brand name of that tank bag?

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

Absolutely! It's the Nelson Rigg Commuter Sport tank bag. We did a trail-side review here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYCQlWqul9KYibssi=ykc6aeATVnO6Wl_W. I love it!!!

[@marcoagusti621]

who makes the windscreen

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

It's made by Givi. We have a nice video about it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5rHgJitjM5oftksi=pbnI07LSd9YjPlx9. Enjoy!

[@mikegillespie266]

Which seat cover are you using? It looks like a perfect fit.

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

I got it from eBay. It said it was for the Suzuki DR650 but would fit the CB500X. It took a little stretching. But over time it fit pretty good!

[@Ken-lc3hq]

What accessory bar did you use to mount your Zumo on?

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

Thanks for asking, Ken! I built my own bar out of an old badminton net post. I cut it to length, spray painted it with black matte paint, squished the ends in a vice so they were flat, drilled a hole in each end where the upper windscreen bolt was located, and sandwiched it between the windscreen and the windscreen bracket. Easy peezy. 🙂

[@jaredbauer3058]

Could have been a very useful video had you done it by yourself.

[@Jason_MotoPhotoAdventures]

I'm not offended in the least. Thanks for watching! Next time, YOU take the time to make one and we'll criticize it. :)

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

If you follow the channel, you'll find out Jason and I are a team. We ride and record our adventures together...like the TAT, SCAR, and PHAT. We've even won awards, like for this short film we created after riding the MABDR: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGrPqnyKlNmkedE. We record most of our tutorial videos together as well. Although sometimes one of us takes the on-camera role, and the other does the recording. But we like doing videos like this where we're both on camera because we can bounce ideas and doalogue off each other. If you're interested in videos about the CB500X, we have an entire playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLMpCu16Bx7xP_DfFjhRG9np5cXTO-1uNY&si=Re8xLxtR_2H8FK86. ENJOY!!! - Chris

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

Hit that LIKE button, my friends!!! 😁

[@davidb9323]

Is Givi a quality brand ? I am looking to replace my BMW top case, it gets humid and collects water inside.

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

Hi David! Yes it is. They are an Italian company that makes high-end luggage and motorcycle accessories. If you've heard of SW-Motech, I think they are on par. In fact, I think some bike manufacturers use re-branded versions of their luggage as their OEM products. I find www.tourandride.com to be one of the best places to buy Givi products!

[@davidb9323]

@@MotoPhotoAdventures Their aluminum cases look similar to the BMW branded ones, wasn’t sure if BMW just rebranded Givi products

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

@@davidb9323 I think a Google search could help with that. But I would guess they are either Givi or SW-Motech.

[@shanegreen9019]

What tires are those. How is the fender clearance going a little aggressive vs stock tires?

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

I have the Continental TKC80 up front. Best tire I've ever found for the front on this bike!!! It's awesome off-road, and actually sticks really well on pavement too. No problem with fender. I don't like this tire for the rear, however, because it wears out so fast. I'm using the Shinko 805 in the rear. It's cheaper, almost as good as the TKC80, and lasts longer.

[@lorilgray]

the 805 doesn't come in 160/60-17, are you running a 170/60?@@MotoPhotoAdventures

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

@@lorilgray that is correct! Not many tires come in the 160 size. The difference between the 150 or 170 is minimal. Both fit perfectly fine. I used to order the 170 because I liked the "look" of the fat tire! But Jenny Morgan taught me that the 150 is actually a better choice. So I switched to that size and am glad I did. It's still a nice beefy looking tire! But it makes the bike "feel" lighter and livelier, both in acceleration and in the twisties. Plus when you're offroad, it allows the bike to dig down through the sand so it can "grab" better on the solid earth beneath. So these days I always recommend the 150/70-17: www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/shinko-804-805-big-block-adventure-touring-tires?gclid=CjwKCAjw3dCnBhBCEiwAVvLcu74ifoHCpyP5Ng-PP5hZ9Oe_6gVxiW-B82Ik5vcHr0LT73z96yFwuRoCgdsQAvD_BwE&sku_id=1779941. By the way, I've got a brand new 17" Continental TKC80 front tire if your bike is a 2013-2018. I ordered it a few months ago when I heard there was a shortage. Then I sold my CB500X. So it's sitting in my closet if you want to make me a reasonable offer. Most places are still out of stock on this tire!!!

[@Yowzoe]

@@MotoPhotoAdventures thanks for that info on tires, I'm filing it!

[@b1abrams]

Any idea where we can find a seat cover like that?

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

www.amazon.com/Motorcycle-Honeycomb-Sunscreen-Insulation-Breathable/dp/B08D3DM11L/ref=sr_1_12_sspa?crid=27CXKWCMACH8I&keywords=motorcycle+seat+cover&qid=1690080951&sprefix=motorcycle+seat+cove%2Caps%2C108&sr=8-12-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9tdGY&psc=1

[@b1abrams]

Awesome thank you! Def could use a little extra cushion. Did you get the XL or XXL?

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

@@b1abrams actually that was just a generic one on Amazon to give you an idea of what to look for. I believe the actual one I bought was this one on eBay: www.ebay.com/itm/304732234108?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=MeOH4hNdSRe&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=fFabMIIySVC&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY.

[@westernimagesnevada7849]

What tires are you using and how tall are you?

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

I'm 5'7" with a 30" inseem. My favorite tire combination is the Shinko 804 in back, and the Continental TKC 80 up front.

[@jeffcorbett2108]

Thanks for your update on the bike, but next time can ya leave ya mate at home

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it! 😁

[@karlfonner7589]

How is that scorpion tire on the front holding for you? Can you still corner on the street well with it?

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

I don't have Scropion tires on it. That's a Continental TKC80 up front. It's the best off-road tire I've found for this bike. And honestly it also grips REALLY well on the street. If you follow the channel, you'll know I LOVE twisty mountain road! 🙂

[@karlfonner7589]

@@MotoPhotoAdventures Thank you for your reply. I’m thinking about putting scorpion tires up front of my Kawasaki Z 400 and just going for it? For the gravel roads up in the gold country? Any suggestions

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

@@karlfonner7589 like you said, I'd agree you should "go for it". 🙂 Whatever makes you happy, brother....

[@usernametaken6659]

If you look really closely @ 34:05... You'll see the video end.

[@Jason_MotoPhotoAdventures]

34:06 but who's counting?

[@usernametaken6659]

@@Jason_MotoPhotoAdventures the video ends at 34:06, if you want to see it end you'll have to tune in at 34:05. Can't believe I had to explain that.

[@Jason_MotoPhotoAdventures]

Hahaha

[@maakamakana7007]

man , wear did you get the fork gators from....I need some

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

I got them from eBay! I just measured the diameter of both ends and found a pair that worked. I had to trim them a bit. But I've been super happy!

[@scudrunneradv3269]

Just a thought. You guys should do a rendezvous somewhere for future and current you tubers on filming techniques and topics surrounding making and editing content. I know a few people who would attend.

[@Jason_MotoPhotoAdventures]

Good idea!

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

Hey man! That's an excellent suggestion. We've also talked about doing a "photo-ride-along" event, where we get a group together, talk about photography tips, then everyone rides a scenic route to lunch, stopping to photograph various stops along the way, and finally discuss any issues, questions or improvements that could be made over a nice meal before everyone heads home.

[@scudrunneradv3269]

@@MotoPhotoAdventures I’m in. Know a few others who would’ve interested. If you do it can it be spring or fall. To darned hot to do anything right now.

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

@@scudrunneradv3269 I hear that! Rode down to Savannah and back today (2 hours each way) in the heat of the day. WHEW!!!

[@scudrunneradv3269]

@@MotoPhotoAdventures Spent the morning on the hot tractor bush hogging. That was a double whew!!!

[@stephenevans596]

This was a good video as far as information - in fact it was excellent as far as information but it was way too long (IMO) due to ALL the BS that flowed between the two gentleman - one would think they where trying to produce a comedy movie - without a doubt it could have been under 20 minutes if the guy with the hat was off & the other gentleman was just giving a down home explanation of the added after market items he has purchased - its like reporting the news - just give me the facts - the features & the names & I'll do mind own research & cut out the 15 minutes that was not needed.

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

Glad we could help. We'll try not to be as entertaining next time! 😂

[@randomkadrmas2630]

I love the channel but the accessories are a little excessive in my opinion. At some point maybe you should look into a trailer or maybe just drive a car, second thought, you might want to go with a SUV so you have enough room for all of that stuff.

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

Haha...you are absolutely right, my friend. We do accumulate a lot of "baggage" on our bikes. I think most of that is a result of the long trips we take...often in very remote areas or foreign countries where we're not sure what to expect or where we'll find things we might need. Going for a 3-day ride along the Blue Ridge Parkway is different from taking 30 days to cross the country on remote dirt roads and over high mountain passes. Plus we have the added burden of carrying all the electronics to record these adventures. Yes, this is a self-inflicted "burden". However, being able to record our adventures by packing my Nikon Z9, a drone, and several GoPros (plus all the accompanying chargers, lenses, and accessories), is something we enjoy. So it's our burden to carry which most do not need. And yes, many motorcycle travelers choose to sleep in hotels. But we enjoy camping, cooking over the fire, and boiling a cup of tea. So that all requires more gear still. Whether you ride with a more minimalistic approach, or with a more self-sufficient approach like ours, there is certainly is no right or wrong way to travel. As long as you're having fun on your motorcycle, and enjoying your adventure...we say go for it!!!

[@randomkadrmas2630]

@MotoPhotoAdventures great reply. As a technician I seem to acquire more and more tools every week in my tool bag. I will use something once and leave it in there, you know, just in case I need it again. I just started riding at 50+ and bought a CB500X to start on. I am looking forward to taking my mini 2 drone along in my tank bag, but other than that I am just doing day rides so I don't have the need for all of the gear or the cameras.

[@randomkadrmas2630]

@MotoPhotoAdventures what does all of those bags do to the mileage that the bike gets?

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

@@randomkadrmas2630 the bags definitely create "drag" and reduce the mileage...especially at highway speeds. But it's already a very fuel-efficient motorcycle. And the trade-off is worth it to me. But, to each their own I say! 🙂

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

@@randomkadrmas2630 that's awesome!!! Welcome to the riding community. I grew up riding and owned many motorcycles when I was younger. But I took a "break" in the middle and came back to riding at around 50. It has been SUCH A JOY!!! I call it my "wind-therapy" whenever I get to go for a ride. You should check out some of our adventure videos! We are three goofy 50+ year old guys that often act like a bunch of children and get into all kinds of mischief. Here's one you might enjoy: kzbin.info/aero/PLMpCu16Bx7xMt2FNebqeF5pcUGy-U1GR0&si=EeM7b00HHT3BquNn. Plus you can see how all the accessories I have on my bike come into play. We also have an entire playlist about the CB500X with tips, mods, maintenance, and more: kzbin.info/aero/PLMpCu16Bx7xP_DfFjhRG9np5cXTO-1uNY&si=u9l027B314pwp7D-. I hope you'll subscribe and ENJOY!!!

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Man i can't stand the word farkle! It's just something about that word 🤣 Nice bike Chris and congrats on the new bike!

[@Jason_MotoPhotoAdventures]

hahaha!

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

Thanks Greg! I really enjoyed my time with the CB500X. I'm looking forward to having as much fun on the Tuareg! And yes, the word "farkle" is an odd one. 🙂

[@OneOldManRiding]

Farkles!

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

Heck yeah! Best part about owning a bike. 😂

[@LenScapoff]

What happens? Apparently, it gets jilted for an Aprilia. 😄 Enjoy the new bike and, of course, a whole new catalogue of farkling.

[@Jason_MotoPhotoAdventures]

lol

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

Thanks Len! Excited to start the next chapter. You'll have to wait until tomorrow's video to see what happens!!! HA!!!!! :-)

[@larryearlgosnell]

Loose the guy with the white shirt. He ruined it for me. It's not about him, it's about the bike.

[@Jason_MotoPhotoAdventures]

He is already loose.

[@MotoPhotoAdventures]

...and dobn't forget to hit the like button for the guy in the black shirt!

[@gunneddown]

It would been okay if he was not interrupting 99% of the time lol

[@tank-eleven]

he's annoying and unfunny, had to stop watching halfway