Honda CB500X 2020 vs. Kawasaki Versys 650 2019

Honda CB500X 2020

Honda CB500X 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2019

Kawasaki Versys 650 2019

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Overview - Honda CB500X 2020 vs Kawasaki Versys 650 2019

Honda CB500X 2020

Honda CB500X 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2019

Kawasaki Versys 650 2019

Technical Specifications Honda CB500X 2020 compared to Kawasaki Versys 650 2019

Honda CB500X 2020
Kawasaki Versys 650 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore67 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power48 HPEngine power69 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8.6 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque43 NmTorque64 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio10.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigital, TransistorIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,095 mmLength2,165 mm
WidthWidth830 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,390 mmHeight1,400 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,421 mmWheelbase1,415 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height840 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)196 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)216 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.3 lFuel Tank Capacity21 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB500X 2020

Honda CB500X 2020

Despite its small displacement compared to other touring enduros, the CB500X is by no means kid's stuff. Adult appearance, an accessible and fun engine and really great touring capabilities make it an affordable touring motorbike for young and old. The Honda cuts a fine figure both on the road and in light off-road terrain. So if you can do without exuberant engine power, technical aids, gadgets and comfort gadgets, you will find the Honda an absolutely suitable companion for great adventures. Whether it's to Norway, Spain or to the home stretch - the Honda CB500X is recommended.

Accessible, good-natured and fun engine

low consumption, very suitable for touring

feels comfortable in light terrain

low weight for touring enduro

effortless handling

can be equipped like a large touring enduro.

Front brake is late

windshield can only be adjusted with tools

Kawasaki Versys 650 2019

Kawasaki Versys 650 2019

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB500X vs Kawasaki Versys 650

Price Honda CB500X

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Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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