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NX500 News & Updates
₹ 6,32,126ex-showroom · last updated 2026
- Engine
- 471cc
- Power
- 46.9bhp
- Weight
- 196kg
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Honda NX500 Latest News and Updates
May 2026 - Honda NX500 E-Clutch Launched at Rs 7,43,900 Honda launched the 2026 NX500 E-Clutch variant in India on 12 May 2026 through its BigWing dealership network. The E-Clutch system electronically manages clutch engagement, reducing the need to manually operate the clutch lever during city riding. The variant is priced at Rs 7,43,900 ex-showroom and is available in Matte Gunpowder Black Metallic and Pearl Horizon White.
2024 - Honda NX500 India Launch Honda launched the NX500 in India in January 2024 at an introductory price of Rs 5,90,000 ex-showroom Mumbai. The bike replaced the Honda CB500X in the BigWing lineup and was positioned as a more adventure-oriented offering. Deliveries commenced through BigWing dealerships in February 2024.
Price History
- January 2024 (launch): Rs 5,90,000
- Current standard variant: Rs 6,32,126 (+Rs 42,126 from launch)
- 2026 E-Clutch: Rs 7,43,900
The price increases since launch are consistent with CBU import pricing patterns - exchange rate movements and duty adjustments periodically push prices up for bikes sourced as Completely Built Units.
Official Updates (1)
Honda launched the 2026 NX500 E-Clutch in India on 12 May 2026 at Rs 7,43,900 ex-showroom - Rs 1,11,000 more than the outgoing standard variant. The E-Clutch system electronically manages clutch engagement during starts, gear changes, and stops; the manual clutch lever is retained for rider override.
The NX500 has received no major mechanical recalls or safety notices since its India launch. Honda has been proactive about BigWing service network expansion in tier-2 cities over 2025-26, which partially addresses one of the early ownership concerns around service accessibility. Riders awaiting a potential locally assembled version should note that Honda has not announced any CKD plans for the NX500 in India - it is expected to remain a CBU import for the foreseeable future.