Honda CB500X
Honda CB500X
Standard
RM 31,988
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Kawasaki Vulcan S
Kawasaki Vulcan S
Standard
RM 27,172
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Honda CB500X vs Kawasaki Vulcan S Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of Honda CB500X and Kawasaki Vulcan S, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The Honda CB500X priced at RM 31,988 while the Kawasaki Vulcan S Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 27,172 . Comparing the technical specifications, Kawasaki Vulcan S engine displacement is 649 while the Honda CB500X houses a 471 engine.

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Overview: Honda CB500X vs Vulcan S

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 471 cc 649 cc
Maximum Power 49.6 hp 60.16 hp

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.48/5
23 reviews
4.33/5
24 reviews
User Review Comparison
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    The Honda CB500X is currently available in its 2022 iteration in the Malaysian market. However, the CB500X will be replaced by the all new 2024 Honda...

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    Adriel Mar 18, 2024 for Honda CB500X
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From The Experts

Things we like

Great styling

Good stability on the road

High-grade power delivery

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Learner-friendly dynamics

Comfortable ergonomics with a low seat

Modern Cruiser aesthetics

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Things we don't like

Expensive compared to its competitors

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Low foot pegs grind too easily

No electronics

Disappointing exhaust note

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 471 cc 649 cc
Maximum Power 49.6 hp 60.16 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 17.7 L 14.0 L
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Exhaust Pipes 2 In 1 Exhuast 2 In 1 Exhaust
Bore X Stroke 67 mm x 66.8 mm 83 mm x 60 mm
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Maximum Torque 43 Nm 63 Nm
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Engine Type Parallel-Twin Engine DOHC Liquid-Cooled 2-Cylinder 4-stroke Parallel Twin, 8 Valves DOHC, Liquid Cooled
Lubrication System Wet Sump Forced Lubrication, Wet Sump
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
Clutch Type Wet, Multi-Plate Wet, Multi-Plate
No. Of Cylinder 2 2
Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.8:1
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
RPM at Maximum Torque 7000 rpm 6600 rpm
RPM at Maximum Power 8500 rpm 7500 rpm
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Dimension

Category Dual Sport Cruiser
Height 1358 mm 1100 mm
Wheel Base 1421 mm 1575 mm
Length 2098 mm 2310 mm
Seat Height 812 mm 705 mm
Seating Capacity 2 2
Width 826 mm 880 mm
Ground Clearance 170 mm 130 mm
Kerb Weight 195 kg 225 kg
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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System Digital Transistorised Digital
Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Supply System PGM-FI Fuel Injection
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Tyre 160/60 ZR17 160/60 R17
Tyre Type Runflat, Tubeless Radial
Front Tyre 120/70 ZR17 120/70 R18
Front Wheel Size ZR17 R18
Rear Wheel Size ZR17 R17

Gear & Transmission

Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed
Transmission Type Manual Manual

Chassis & Suspension

Rear Suspension Prolink Offset Laydown Single-Shock
Front Suspension Telescopic Fork Telescopic Fork
Suspension Travel(Rear) -- 80 mm
Suspension Travel(Front) -- 130 mm

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V

Safety & Security

ABS Yes --
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Riding Modes Sport Sport Cruise, Road Cruise, Road
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Back Rest No No
Engine Immobilizer No --
Leg Guards No No
Anti-Theft Alarm No --
Side Reflectors Yes --
Central Locking No No
Stability Control No No
Shutter Lock No No
Traction Control No No
Launch Control No No
Wheel Lock Front/back -- No
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Digital Digital
Navigator No No
Tachometer Yes Yes
Speedometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Side Stand Indicator No No
Display Screen Yes Yes
Tripmeter Yes Yes
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Chassis & Suspension

Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Body Frame Material Steel Steel Steel Steel
Side Wings Yes No
Body Frame Type -- Perimeter Perimeter

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats No No
Cruise Control No No
Additional Features -- Dual Throttle Valves Dual Throttle Valves

Brake

Front Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc
Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc

Electrical

Accessory Outlet No --
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Head Lamp LED LED Bulb Bulb
Indicator Light Yes Yes
Tail Lamp LED LED Bulb Bulb

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Honda CB500X vs Kawasaki Vulcan S FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between Honda CB500X vs Kawasaki Vulcan S?

CB500X is priced at RM 31,988 and Vulcan S is priced at RM 27,172 . Hence Vulcan S is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between CB500X vs Vulcan S?

The CB500X comes with a ground clearance of 170 mm , on the other hand the Vulcan S comes with a ground clearance of 130 mm , hence the Honda CB500X has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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What is CB500X vs Vulcan S dimension size comparison?

The CB500X dimension are 2098 mm length, 826 mm width, 1358 mm height while the Vulcan S Dimensions are 2310 mm length, 880 mm width, 1100 mm height. Hence the CB500X is more longer more wider and more higher.

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