2026 Honda NX500 Pearl White

2026 Honda NX500 Pearl White

Explorer soul. Street savvy.

Adventure touring has never been easier. The 2026 NX500 now comes with a lower MSRP, making go-anywhere confidence more accessible than ever. No compromises here: you still get approachable twin-cylinder power, standard ABS, long-travel suspension, and rugged adventure styling built for everyday exploration. So ride free and go far, because the hard part isn’t the bike. It’s deciding where to point it.

NX500

With its approachable twin-cylinder power, long-travel suspension, and lower MSRP, the NX500 makes entry into adventure touring more attainable and stylish than ever.

Features May Include:

DOHC twin-cylinder engine

• The 471cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine provides smooth, usable power across the rev range, enabling this mid-sized adventure motorcycle to achieve the optimal balance of performance and agility.

Programmed Fuel Injection

• PGM-FI continuously monitors several variables to ensure the correct fuel mixture is delivered in all conditions for the crispest throttle response and the most power.

Exhaust

• We equipped it with a muffler featuring twin outlets. Although a small detail, it enhances the appearance and produces a sound that’s sure to make you smile every time you twist the throttle.

Inverted Showa® fork

• The 41mm inverted Showa® Separate Function Fork—Big Piston (SFF-BP) front-end enhances rigidity and provides precise on-road steering input and feel.

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

• Our Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) comes standard, allowing you to make smoother and more controlled stops even in unfavorable riding conditions like rain and gravel.

Lightweight swingarm

• Used in the entire Honda 500 lineup, the swingarm is designed to be both lightweight and strong, contributing to its exceptional handling.

Steel-tube frame

• This bike's diamond-shaped steel mainframe has four mounts connecting to the engine, providing a sturdy base for excellent ride quality, handling, and ample ground clearance.

Multi-spoke cast wheels

• The lightweight, multi-spoke cast aluminum wheels are designed to enhance handling and are compatible with various adventure touring tires. Additionally, they are easy to clean and simply look good.

Slipper clutch

• The slipper/assist clutch reduces clutch-lever effort by 45 percent compared to previous systems and minimizes rear-wheel hop during hard deceleration.

Smooth transmission

• Our engineers designed the internal components of the six-speed transmission to help you change gears with reduced effort every time. While you’ll likely never see these parts, their impact on your riding experience is unmistakable.

Adventure styling

• This bike perfectly embodies the ADV look—rugged, stylish, and practical. Additionally, the upright seating position offers freedom of movement.

Tall windscreen

• We designed the windscreen to be tall enough to provide protection from the elements while enhancing the rugged adventure appearance.

Passenger handholds

• Sturdy handholds provide security for your passengers and can also serve as tie-down points for cargo items.

Accessories

• Make your new NX500 even more yours with a range of 18 different Honda accessories. These include a centerstand, hand guards, heated grips, hard luggage, and more.

Digital instrumentation

• An easy-to-read Thin Film Transistor instrument display includes a digital speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip and fuel meters, and more.

LED lighting

• The LED headlight and multifaceted reflectors provide excellent visibility and feature clean, stylish designs.