All-new Honda CB500X is a 'commuting alternative and adventure bike'

MANILA: Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI) introduced its dual-sports adventure bike, the CB500X. Offered at P380,000, HPI is positioning the CB500X for on- and off-road adventures, and as an alternative to commuting, helped along by the bike's expressway-legal engine size. 

Recently unveiled in Europe, the CB500X is powered by a 471cc liquid-cooled four-stroke DOHC parallel twin engine, capable of churning out 46hp at 8,500 rpm and 43.2Nm of torque at 6,500rpm. 

The motorcycle boasts a frugal fuel economy of 27.8kpl with its 17.7L fuel tank capacity. First-time riders and enthusiasts will also be thrilled to ride the adventure tourer with its 199 kilogram weight and a 834 millimeter seat height, HPI said. 

The CB500X is underpinned by an inverted front fork, while dual disk front brakes are fitted alongside the 19-inch aluminum front wheel. For a more balanced suspension trip on pavement and dirt alike, it has Showa 41mm SFF-BP USD Forks front suspension, Prolink Mono with a five-stage pre-load adjuster, and steel hollow cross swing arm rear suspension.

When it comes to looks, the CB500X wears eye-catching color and stripes in Grand Prix Red and Matte Gunpowder Black Metallic. Additional accessories can be availed upon purchase, HPI added. 

For more details about Honda products and promos, visit the HPI  website www.hondaph.com; call (02) 8581-6700 to 6799 or (0917) 884-6632.

Photos from Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI)

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