06-03-21, 01:37 PM
The Tenere and the CB500X are pitched at different markets. The Tenere is a semi-pukka dual sport machine with a very modern engine and cycle parts to match. The CB500X is a commuter bike in a DS dress, with a much smaller output engine (see above). My commuter bike is a NC700X which is as the same vein as the 500X in that it looks kind of dual sport, but isnt. CB500 residuals are dire [making it a decent used buy], expect Tenere residuals to stay strong for a while. This part of the market is crammed with options like the Stroms and is very competitive.