KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Honda NX500 Deliveries delayed
- Launched in January at Rs. 5.90 lakhs
- Deliveries now expected in later months; Details below
Honda launched the new Honda NX500 in India in January this year at Rs. 5.90 lakhs ex-showroom. While this adventure motorcycle attracted eyeballs, customers were quick to book theirs. Now, as per the latest development, the deliveries of the bike have been pushed back to a much later date. More on the updated timeline below, but before that, make sure to join our 91Wheels WhatsApp Group community of petrolheads to never miss out on any updates from the automotive world.
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Honda NX500 Deliveries Pushed To A Later Date
This year, Honda introduced the NX500 adventure bike in India. However, there's been a noteworthy delay in customer deliveries. It's now anticipated that the first bike keys will be handed over in October, pushing back the initial timeline. The exact cause of the delay remains uncertain. While some sources point to logistical challenges, others attribute it to government restrictions on imports from Thailand. Regardless of the reason, it appears that those awaiting the NX500 will need to exercise patience until at least the end of this year.
It is interesting to note that this Honda NX500 is the replacement for the now-shelved CB500X, the adventure tourer known for its off-road prowess. In terms of features, It boasts a 5-inch full-color TFT screen with turn-by-turn navigation, along with Bluetooth connectivity for calls and music playback, IOS/Android smartphone integration through Honda RoadSync, and an intuitive backlit toggle switch on the handlebar. The bike's customization options extend to display styles (Bar, Circle, Simple) and background colors (White, Black, Auto), ensuring a tailored and connected riding experience.
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Engine Details
The NX500 serves as the successor to the CB500X, featuring a 471cc parallel-twin engine generating 47 BHP @ 8,600 rpm and 43 Nm @ 6,500 rpm. This powerplant is mated to a 6-speed gearbox with a slipper clutch mechanism.
The motorcycle is priced at Rs. 5.90 lakhs and rivals the likes of Benelli TRK 502, Moto Morini X-Cape, and others
Verdict
While the delay in deliveries, no matter for what reason, does not sit very well with the buyers, the brand itself too, does not want such push backs either. However, such instances are nothing new and are always taken up as a priority for a quick resoltuion, and the same can be expected this time around as well.
