Engine
Similar to the Honda CB500X, the NX500, too is powered by a 471cc, liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine that produces 47.5PS at 8,600rpm and 43Nm at 6,500rpm. It is paired to a six-speed gearbox with assist and slipper clutch.
Suspension and Brakes
The ADV is equipped with Showa 41mm inverted fork and a 5-step preload-adjustable Pro-Link monoshock suspension setup. Braking duties are taken care of by dual 296mm front discs with two-piston callipers up front and a 240mm disc with a single-piston calliper at the rear with dual-channel ABS as standard.
Features
For features, the NX500 comes loaded with a TFT console with Bluetooth connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation, and call and music control. In addition, it also gets traction control.
Rivals
In the mid-weight twin-cylinder adventure motorcycle segment, the Honda NX500 rivals the Kawasaki Versys 650 and the Benelli TRK 502.