Honda CB500X 2020 vs. KTM 790 Adventure 2020

Honda CB500X 2020

Honda CB500X 2020

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

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Technical Specifications Honda CB500X 2020 compared to KTM 790 Adventure 2020

Honda CB500X 2020
KTM 790 Adventure 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore67 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke65.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power48 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8.6 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque43 NmTorque88 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio12.7
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement799 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,421 mmWheelbase1,509 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height830 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.3 lFuel Tank Capacity20 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

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

In my eyes, the KTM is the sportiest of all mid-range touring enduros. If you are looking for a touring machine that is brutally nippy on road and off-road, you will find it here. At the same time, however, the chassis and engine offer sufficient comfort and good manners to keep the rider from going mad even on longer liaison stages.

Engine with manners AND character

Enormously high chassis stability

Brakes without reproach

Tremendous off-road capabilities

Low average consumption.

Unattractive surcharge policy

original seat not optimally shaped

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB500X vs KTM 790 Adventure

Price Honda CB500X

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Price KTM 790 Adventure

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