Honda CB500X 2020 vs. Kawasaki Z 400 2020

Honda CB500X 2020

Honda CB500X 2020

Kawasaki Z 400 2020

Kawasaki Z 400 2020

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Technical Specifications Honda CB500X 2020 compared to Kawasaki Z 400 2020

Honda CB500X 2020
Kawasaki Z 400 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore67 mmBore70 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke51.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power48 HPEngine power45 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8.6 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque43 NmTorque38 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio11.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigital, TransistorIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement399 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 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 width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,095 mmLength1,990 mm
WidthWidth830 mmWidth800 mm
HeightHeight1,390 mmHeight1,055 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,421 mmWheelbase1,370 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height785 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)196 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)167 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.3 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA2

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 Z 400 2020

Kawasaki Z 400 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB500X vs Kawasaki Z 400

Price Honda CB500X

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