At the heart of the 2025 Honda Nx500 enduro - offroad motorcycle, Honda utilizes a 471 cc (28.7 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 47 HP (34.3 kW) at 8,600 rpm while maximum torque reaches 43.1 Nm (31.8 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 99.8 HP per liter and a 2,100 rpm working window between peak torque (6,500 rpm) and peak power (8,600 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the Nx500 measures 196 kg (432 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.24 HP/kg (4.17 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 833 mm (32.8 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,417 mm (55.8 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 17.8-liter (4.7 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2025 to 2026, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
99.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.24 HP/kg (4.17 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,500–8,600 rpm
Standover Height
833 mm (32.8 in)
Engine
Displacement471.0 ccm (28.74 cubic inches)
Engine TypeTwin, four-stroke
Engine DetailsParallel Twin
Power47.0 HP (34.3 kW)) @ 8600 RPM
Torque43.1 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.8 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Compression10.7:1
Bore x Stroke67.0 x 66.8 mm (2.6 x 2.6 inches)
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionFull transistorized ignition
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchMultiplate wet
Driveline#520 O-ring-sealed chain; 15T/41T
Chassis
Rake27.0°
Trail109 mm (4.3 inches)
Front SuspensionInverted Fork 41mm
Front Travel150 mm (5.9 inches)
Rear SuspensionTwin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel135 mm (5.3 inches)
Wheelbase1417 mm (55.8 inches)
Ground Clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre110/80-19
Rear Tyre160/60-17
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø296 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
WheelsDunlop® Trailmax
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.196.0 kg (432.1 pounds)
Seat Height833 mm (32.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1443 mm (56.8 inches)
Overall Length2164 mm (85.2 inches)
Overall Width831 mm (32.7 inches)
Fuel Capacity17.80 litres (4.70 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsPearl White
WarrantyOne Year Included Transferable, unlimited-mileage limited warranty
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