Honda CB500X 2020 vs. Husqvarna Svartpilen 701 2018

Honda CB500X 2020

Honda CB500X 2020

Husqvarna Svartpilen 701 2018

Husqvarna Svartpilen 701 2018

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Overview - Honda CB500X 2020 vs Husqvarna Svartpilen 701 2018

Honda CB500X 2020

Honda CB500X 2020

Husqvarna Svartpilen 701 2018

Husqvarna Svartpilen 701 2018

Technical Specifications Honda CB500X 2020 compared to Husqvarna Svartpilen 701 2018

Honda CB500X 2020
Husqvarna Svartpilen 701 2018

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore67 mmBore105 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke80 mm
Engine powerEngine power48 HPEngine power75 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8.6 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque43 NmTorque72 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio12.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesRocker arm, OHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement693 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter18 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
WheelbaseWheelbase1,421 mmWheelbase1,434 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)196 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)157 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.3 lFuel Tank Capacity12 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

Husqvarna Svartpilen 701 2018

Husqvarna Svartpilen 701 2018

At first glance, the Husqvarna Svartpilen 701 looks like a classic second motorbike. But in the saddle, it presents itself as a pleasing and accessible universal talent. It makes experienced riders happy and pleases beginners in equal measure. The surcharge on the 401 is considerable, but it pays off at the latest at higher speeds on great motorbike routes. There, the Svartpilen 701 can go at a fast pace!

Great chassis with smooth handling - yet not nervous

Engine is a real gem for single-cylinder fans

Pleasant seating position in city traffic

Pleases even on bad asphalt - very wide range of use.

Vibrations are a little annoying on long motorway journeys

hard seat for driver and passenger

cockpit not very easy to read.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB500X vs Husqvarna Svartpilen 701

Price Honda CB500X

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