Honda CB500X and F Tyre Size
There are two different tyre sizes on the CB500X and one tyre size on the CB500F.
The first generation of CB500X and all the CB500Fs run a 120/70/17 front tyre and a 160/60/17 rear tyre.
The 2019 and onwards CB500X runs more adventure-based sizes; a 110/80/19 front tyre and a 160/60/17 rear tyre.
The 110/80 front on the newer CB500X is a great choice by Honda. Some Adv bikes run a 100/90 front but that limits your on-road tyre options. In the 110/80/19 you can run great tyres like the Metzeler Roadtec 02 and the Michelin Road 5 Trail and Bridgestone T32 as well as a host of proper off-road rubber.
You can click those links to see all the different tyres available in the sizes for this bike. However below we have recommended what we consider to be the best options for the 85.
As motorcycle tyre specialists, accredited by the major manufacturers, we can supply any tyre to you by mail order or you can have them fitted in our London motorcycle workshop.
All the 500cc Hondas run common tyre sizes and so you have plenty of choices, whether you want a tyre for Commuting, Trail Riding, Touring or some proper Off-Road.
Honda CB500 History
You can trace the history of the current CB500 range all the way back to 1995. That’s when Honda introduced the CB500, which was a firm favourite with motorcycle test centres, couriers and it even spawned a one-make race series, once won by James Toseland.
The modern Honda 500s follow the ethos of the original bike; a reliable budget bike that’s capable of clocking up 100,000 miles and putting a smile on your face at the same time.
Honda CB500X Stock Tyres
The latest CB500X came on Dunlop Trailmax Mixtour tyres as standard.
Honda CB500X and F Best Tyres
Below are our recommendations for the best tyres for the CB500X. This is based on customer feedback plus what is being fitted to these bikes and similar bikes with the same tyre sizes.
If you ride a CB500F, then the road-riding section below applies to you.
Road riding:
Michelin Road 6Â (CB500F)
Michelin Road 5 Trail (CB500X)
Metzeler Roadtec 02Â (CB500F and CB500X)
Continental Trail Attack 3Â (CB500X)
Pirelli Angel STÂ (CB500F)
Metzeler Z8Â (CB500F)
Light off-road:
Proper off-road:
Honda CB500X and F Tyre Pressures
You can find your motorcycle manufacturer’s recommended tyre pressures in your owner’s handbook. You’ll also find a tyre pressure chart sticker on the swingarm.
If you have no idea what pressures to run, this is our general rule:
Scooter: F 30psi, R 30psi
Normal Motorcycle: F 36psi, R 42psi
Big Tourer: F 42psi, R 42psi
125cc Bike: F 33psi, R 36psi
You should always check your tyre pressures when the tyres are cold. Check out our range of motorcycle tyre pressure gauges here.
About Two Tyres
Our mission is to ensure we listen to every customer’s needs and ensure they’re riding on the right tyre. Out of the showroom, your motorbike is a compromise, designed to suit a huge range of riders and riding conditions. To get the best out of your bike in terms of handling, performance and safety, tyres make all the difference. In fact we think it’s the most cost-effective performance enhancement you can make!
We are based in London where we supply and fit motorcycle tyres and consumables in our workshop. We also mail order motorcycle tyres around the UK, across Europe and even to places as far-flung as the USA, Canada and Japan.
Need help choosing the best tyres?
Choosing tyres can be tricky. We’re here to help. We hold direct accounts with every motorcycle tyre manufacturer, so we’re well placed to give comprehensive and honest advice to help you choose the best tyres. If you can’t quite make your mind up, give us a call on 0207 205 2205 and we’ll help you narrow down your choices.
We are motorcycle and scooter tyre specialists, with over 25 years in the trade. Between us we fit 10 pairs of tyres a day in our workshop, so we have good real-world experience of what works and what doesn’t.
We ride to work, we ride for fun, we race and ride off-road. If it’s got two wheels, we’re into it.
Give us a call or drop into our London motorcycle workshop and we’ll do our best to help you.
Are your tyre pressures letting you down?
We couldn’t find a tyre pressure gauge that was well-built, easy to get on-and-off the valve without pressure loss and could stand up to day-to-day abuse in our workshop. So we found a manufacturer to build one to our exacting standards.
We’re confident this is the best motorcycle pressure gauge out there. That’s why it comes with a 3-year, no-nonsense, money back guarantee.
Whether you want a digital tyre pressure gauge or a good old-fashioned analogue pressure gauge, we’ve got a gauge for you. Now you can quickly and easily check your pressures, to keep your bike handling well and to ensure you stay safe.
Here at Two Tyres, we stock more than just tyres. Take a look at some of our essentials for any biker.
Motorcycle puncture repair kit – Our top-rated kit includes everything you need to carry out a roadside repair and get back up and running.
Motorcycle tyre pressure gauge – Our tyre pressure gauge has been rated in RiDE magazine and features a clever design to make it easy to get accurate readings.
Motorcycle first aid kit – a DIN-rated first aid kit that’s compact and also includes extras that are handy for any biker. A must-carry in some EU countries.
HyperCharge battery charger – The HyperCharge is a smart charger that can charge lead-acid and lithium batteries and it’ll charge bike and car batteries too.
Cordless tyre pump – Small enough to fit in your luggage, this tyre pump doubles as a powerbank, so you’ll never have a flat tyre or phone battery again!
All of these products have been well tested and are top-rated by our customers.
