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Honda NX500

Compact twin, big-country ambition

Built on Honda’s proven 471 cc parallel-twin platform and suspended by a 41 mm Showa SFF-BP USD fork, the NX500 mixes lightweight (196 kg ready-to-ride) handling with genuine adventure-ready hardware like 19 / 17-inch wheels, dual 296 mm ABS brakes and a slip-assist clutch. It’s the sweet-spot machine for riders who want to roam New Zealand’s blend of sweeping tarmac and loose-metal backroads without the heft or price of a litre-class bike.

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Tackle the Lindis Pass, skim along the Kaikōura coast or explore Mackenzie Country gravel on one confidence-inspiring package.

 

The Honda NX500 pairs a torquey 35 kW / 43 Nm DOHC twin with a 17.8 L tank for 400 km-plus range, while Showa long-travel suspension, switchable two-channel ABS and modern TFT connectivity keep you in control on any surface. At just 196 kg with a sub-833 mm seat height, it’s welcoming for learners (LAMS/A2 compliant) yet capable enough for seasoned tourers. The perfect partner for your next Kiwi moto-escape

Honda NX500 Specifications

Engine

Engine Type471 cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin four-stroke
Cylinders2
Engine Stroke4-Stroke
CoolingLiquid
Valve ConfigurationDOHC
Compression Ratio10.7 : 1
StarterElectric 
Power35 kW (46.9 hp) @ 8 600 rpm
Torque43 Nm (31.7 ft-lb) @ 6 500 rpm
Fuel RequirementsRegular
Fuel TypeGas

Transmission

Transmission Type 6-speed manual, slip-assist clutch
Number Of Speeds6
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)#520 O-ring chain

Wheels & Tires

Front Tire (Full Spec)110/80 R19 (tubeless)
Rear Tire (Full Spec)160/60 R17 (tubeless)

Breaks

Front Brake TypeDual 296 mm discs, four-piston calipers, ABS
Rear Brakee Type240 mm disc, single-piston caliper, ABS

Technical Specifications

Wheelbase (in/mm)1 443 mm (56.8 in)
Fuel Capacity (litre)17.8 L (4.7 gal)
Weight196 kg (432 lb) curb
Seat Height830 mm (32.8 in)

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