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Honda NX500 vs Kawasaki Versys650 Comparison

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Honda NX500Edit
₹6.33 Lakh

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₹8.63 Lakh

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₹8.63 Lakh
EMI
₹11,692

@ 8.5% for 5 years

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₹15,935

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Brochure
Colors
Rating
3.9
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Engine Type
Liquid-cooled 4-stroke DOHC parallel twin
Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC
Displacement
471 cc
649 cc
Max Torque
43 Nm @ 6500 rpm
61 Nm @ 7000 rpm
No. of Cylinders
2
2
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Fuel Supply
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Clutch
Wet multiplate
Wet, multi disc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Bore
67 mm
83 mm
Stroke
66.8 mm
60 mm
Compression Ratio
10.7:1
10.8:1
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Valve Per Cylinder
-
4
Ignition
-
Digital
Gear Shifting Pattern
-
1 Down 5 Up
Spark Plugs
-
1 Per Cylinder
Caliper - Front
-
2 Piston
Caliper - Rear
-
1 Piston

Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Techometer
Digital
Digital
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Additional Features Of Variant
Honda Road Sync, Honda Selectable Torque Control
K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology)
Seat Type
Split
Split
Body Graphics
Clock
Passenger Footrest
Bluetooth Connectivity
-
Bluetooth
Navigation
-
Call/SMS Alerts
-
USB Charging Port
-
Stepup Seat
-
Average Fuel economy Indicator
-
Distance to Empty Indicator
-

Mobile Application
Pass Switch
Clock
Adjustable Windscreen
Additional Features
Honda Road Sync, Honda Selectable Torque Control
K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology)
Passenger Footrest
Engine Kill Switch
Display
5-inch full colour TFT screen
Service Due Indicator
-
Traction Control
-
Stepup Seat
-
Real Time Mileage Indicator
-
Saree Guard
-
Shift Light
-

Overall Mileage
26.5 kmpl
20 kmpl
User Reported Mileage
26 Kmpl
-
Expert Mileage
26 Kmpl
-

Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Sports Tourer Bikes
Body Graphics

Width
829 mm
840 mm
Length
2165 mm
2165 mm
Height
1413 mm
1360 mm
Fuel Capacity
17.5 L
21 L
Saddle Height
830 mm
845 mm
Ground Clearance
181 mm
170 mm
Wheelbase
1447 mm
1415 mm
Kerb Weight
196 kg
220 kg
Engine Oil
3.2 L
-
Fuel Reserve
-
3.1 L
Dry Weight
-
201 kg
Pillion Seat
-
Pillion Grab Rail
-

Headlight
LED
LED
Tail Light
LED
-
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED
Low Fuel Indicator
Taillight
-
LED
DRLs
-
LED Taillights
-
Low Battery Indicator
-
Low Oil Indicator
-
Distance to Empty Indicator
-
Average Fuel economy Indicator
-

Front Brake Diameter
296 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
240 mm
250 mm
Radial Tyre
-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
-
33 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
-
33 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
-
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
-
42 psi

Peak Power
47.5 PS @ 8600 rpm
67 PS @ 8500 rpm
Drive Type
Chain drive
Chain Drive
Battery Capacity
12V / 7.4AH
12V / 10AH
Transmission
Manual
Manual

Suspension Front
Showa 41mm USD Forks
Ø41 mm Inverted Fork With Adjustable Rebound Damping (Right Side), And Spring Preload Adjustability (Left Side), Travel - 150 mm
Suspension Rear
Prolink Monoshock
Laydown Offset Single-Shock With Remote Spring Preload Adjustability, Travel - 145 mm
Brakes Front
Double Disc
Double Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Tyre Size
Front :-110/80-R19, Rear :-160/60-R17
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-160/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type
Alloy
Alloy
Frame
Diamond Still
Tubular Diamond, High-Tensile Steel
Tubeless Tyre
Tubeless
-
Tyre Type
-
Tubeless

Mobile Application
Vehicle Warranty
-
2 Years or 3,000 Km

Top Speed
-
200 kmph

Calls & Messaging
-
Navigation assist
-
Low battery alert
-

Display Size
-
4.3 inch
Digital Display Type
-
TFT
No. of Tripmeters
-
2
Stand Alarm
-
Gear Indicator
-
Hazard Warning Indicator
-
High Beam Indicator
-
Engine Temperature Indicator
-
Malfunction Indicator
-
Average Speed
-

Honda NX500 Comparison with similar bikes

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Pros And Cons

Pros
Cons

Honda NX500

  • Smooth and refined parallel-twin engine
  • Comfortable upright touring ergonomics
  • Feature-rich TFT display with connectivity
  • Strong braking performance with ABS
  • Premium build and finish quality

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2026 Honda NX500 Launched in India with E-Clutch and New Colours
Honda has launched the 2026 NX500 in India at Rs 7.44 lakh, featuring new colours and E-Clutch technology. The adventure bike retains its 471cc engine, with updates focused on rider experience and visual appeal.
Honda NX500 Launched in India with E-Clutch Technology
Honda NX500 Launched in India with E-Clutch Technology at Rs 7.44 Lakh
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India has launched the NX500 with E-Clutch technology at ₹7,43,900. The system automates clutch operation for improved comfort. The NX500 features a 471cc engine, dual-channel ABS, and advanced connectivity.
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2026 Kawasaki Versys 650 Launched in India at Rs 8.63 Lakh: Here’s all You Need to Know
The 2026 Kawasaki Versys 650 launches in India at Rs 8.63 lakh, featuring a new colour, updated cowl, adjustable windshield, and touring-focused comfort and tech.
Honda Patents Electronic Clutch System for Electric Motorcycles
Honda patents electronic clutch system for future electric motorcycles
Honda’s latest patent details an electronically controlled clutch for electric motorcycles that can modulate motor output, mimic aggressive clutch-dump launches.
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Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India crosses 10 million sales milestone in North India
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India has reached a significant milestone of 10 million cumulative sales in North India, highlighting its strong market presence, expanding customer base, and consistent product demand across the region.
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2026 Honda NX500 Launched in India with E-Clutch and New Colours
Honda has launched the 2026 NX500 in India at Rs 7.44 lakh, featuring new colours and E-Clutch technology. The adventure bike retains its 471cc engine, with updates focused on rider experience and visual appeal.

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