09-15-2025, 12:17 PM
Yesterday I picked up a new (to me) other bike in the form of a 2023 CB500X. For years these bikes have been of interest to me and I've watched how Honda has refreshed the model every few years. With the 2022 update which included a second front disk and improved forks I started keeping my eye out for a decent deal on one but the few dealers that had them wanted full msrp plus, shipping, fees and I didn't want one that much.
Last week this used 2023 showed up locally on Facebook Marketplace and it was just what I wanted in accessories, even the color. It included Honda rear rack, center stand, radiator protector / light bar, and Bark Busters that were still in the package, and the bike has only 375 miles. When I brought it home yesterday it was a little dusty from sitting in his garage so here it is after a quick wash.
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I like the rad guard but don't care for it being silver so I think I'll spray it black. I may order a Seat Concepts kit and 16T sprocket to replace the stock 15T but that's about all I can think of.
Last week this used 2023 showed up locally on Facebook Marketplace and it was just what I wanted in accessories, even the color. It included Honda rear rack, center stand, radiator protector / light bar, and Bark Busters that were still in the package, and the bike has only 375 miles. When I brought it home yesterday it was a little dusty from sitting in his garage so here it is after a quick wash.
I like the rad guard but don't care for it being silver so I think I'll spray it black. I may order a Seat Concepts kit and 16T sprocket to replace the stock 15T but that's about all I can think of.
