Honda Cb500x vs Kawasaki Versys 650
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Cb500x vs Kawasaki Versys 650. Honda Cb500x: 47 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 197 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h (estimated; note: varies by rider weight and conditions), Motoryk rating 7.8/10. Kawasaki Versys 650: 69 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 216 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 195 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not publish official top speed), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Cb500x
Kawasaki Versys 650
Horsepower (hp)
47 hp
69 hp
Torque (Nm)
43 Nm
64 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
195 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
197 kg
216 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
47 hp @ 8,500 rpm
69 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque
43 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
64 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h (estimated; note: varies by rider weight and conditions)
195 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not publish official top speed)
Weight
197 kg (wet/curb weight)
216 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L real-world average)
5.2 L/100km (approx. 19.2 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Honda Cb500x
7.8/10
"The most sensible used motorcycle purchase under six thousand dollars."
Pros
+Essentially indestructible engine
+Abundant used supply
+Excellent real-world fuel economy
Cons
−Wind protection genuinely poor
−Suspension soft for loaded touring
−Resale drops fast
Kawasaki Versys 650
7.8/10
"The sensible adventurer's choice that quietly does everything well."
Pros
+Extremely reliable parallel twin
+Comfortable upright ergonomics
+Strong parts availability
Cons
−Soft suspension needs upgrading
−Uninspiring visual presence
−Wind protection merely adequate
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