// Generation · 2019 — 2023

ADVENTURE OVERHAUL

Major overhaul in 2019: 19" front wheel, assertive Africa Twin-inspired trail look, longer suspension, 830mm seat. In 2022, Showa SFF-BP USD forks and dual front discs. Best A2 adventure bike in class according to MCN.

83
Buyer score / 100
5
Vintages
11
Changes
3
Overhauls
4
Updates
4
Minor
↘ Changes by category
M
ENGINE
3 changes
2019
Revised valve timing + enlarged airbox — +4% torque between 3,000-7,000rpm
Major
2021
Euro 5 compliance — injection remapping
Medium
2022
Injection refinement — improved low-rpm torque
Minor
C
FRAME
3 changes
2019
19" front wheel (ex-17") — 7-spoke Africa Twin style — 150mm suspension travel
Ground clearance raised to 180mm (+10mm) — seat 830mm (+20mm) — steering lock +3° (38°)
Major
2019
Assist and slipper clutch with anti-stall — twin exhaust outlets
Medium
2022
Golden Showa SFF-BP 41mm USD forks (ex-conventional) — dual 296mm front discs (ex-single 310mm)
Swingarm lightened by 1kg — lighter front wheel — rear shock with 5-stage preload adjustment
Medium
E
ELECTRONICS
1 change
2019
New LCD dashboard — gear position indicator + instant fuel consumption
Medium
A
AESTHETICS
4 changes
2019
Complete styling overhaul — adventure trail look inspired by the Africa Twin — full LED
Major
2020
New colours — awarded MCN Best Sub-500cc Bike 2020
Minor
2022
Enhanced LEDs — constant-glow indicator stalks
Minor
2023
Final CB500X model year — new colours
Minor