Honda has launched the NX500 adventurer tourer with its proprietary e-clutch technology in India at Rs 7,43,900 (ex-showroom). That said, the NX500 can now handle the gearshifts without the user having to operate the clutch lever. This will work as a boon for Indian buyers, especially in city & rough terrain conditions, reducing fatigue caused by regular manual clutch operation.
Honda E-Clutch Technology Explained
- Honda e-clutch technology uses precise electronic control to manage clutch operations automatically, while still giving you full control over gear shifts like a regular bike.
- At the heart of this system is a drive unit and motor control unit (MCU) comprising two small motors and gears, and a three-part clutch lever shaft for moving the clutch lifter piece.
- The electronic actuators are controlled by the bike’s ECU (Electronic Control Unit/Engine Control Unit) and MCU (Microcontroller Unit), which take data from different sensors on the bike, including speed, gear position, and throttle, and use this information to automatically control the clutch at the right time.
What’s more interesting is that the clutch lever still works, so you can override the system anytime if you want manual control over the clutch operations.
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What Powers The Honda NX500?
Powering the Honda NX500 is the same 471cc, liquid-cooled, in-line-twin cylinder engine, paired with a 6-speed transmission as before, that produces 47PS of max power at 8600rpm and 43Nm of peak torque at 6500rpm.
Underpinnings and Features
Underpinned by a steel diamond frame, the bike uses Showa SFF-BP USD front suspension and a preload-adjustable rear monoshock. It rides on a 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheel combination, with dual 296mm front disc brakes and a single 240mm rear disc with dual-channel ABS.
Other notable features of the bike include Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC), all-LED lighting, a USB-C charging port, and a 5.0-inch full-colour TFT display with Honda RoadSync connectivity, enabling navigation, call and music functions. are standard.
Colour Options
Honda offers the 2026 NX500 E-clutch version in two body shades: Mat Gunpowder Black Metallic and Pearl Horizon White.
Competition Check
In the middle-weight adventure segment, the Honda NX500 locks horns with the Kawasaki Versys 650, BMW F 450 GS and the Benelli TRK 502.
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