The 2026 Benelli Trk 502 is a big-feeling middleweight adventure tourer aimed at riders who want long-haul comfort and touring presence without intimidating power. Its 500 cc parallel twin makes a manageable 40.2 hp, backed by a 20-litre tank for genuine distance between fuel stops. It's best known for offering full-size adventure looks and equipment at an accessible price.
The 2026 Honda CB500X is a mid-size adventure bike for A2 licence holders and riders who want a versatile all-rounder. Its liquid-cooled 471cc parallel twin makes 46.9 hp and 43 Nm through a six-speed gearbox. ABS and a windscreen are standard, with an 833 mm seat and 17.5-litre tank. It weighs 199 kg.
Both are adventure bikes, so this is a like-for-like choice.
2026 Benelli TRK 502: Designed as an affordable, road-biased adventure-style all-rounder for commuting, weekend rides, and light touring rather than serious off-roading.
2026 Honda CB500X: Built for long road journeys with the ability to handle gravel and light trails along the way.
Verdict: Choose the 2026 Benelli TRK 502 if you want a bigger tank. Choose the 2026 Honda CB500X if you want more power. Check the full table below for every figure, and the size comparison for fit.
| Specification | 2026 Benelli TRK 502 | 2026 Honda CB500X |
|---|---|---|
| Other | ||
| Category | Adventure | Adventure |
| Color Options | Green, White, Black, Gray | Pearl Organic Green |
| Comments | Chinese made bike. | Model ID: CB500XA. Windscreen. |
| Fuel Tank Material | Metal | - |
| Spark plugs | NGK CR8E | - |
| Chain size | - | 520 |
| Rake | - | 27.5º |
| Engine | ||
| Capacity: | 500.0 ccm (30.51 cubic inches) | 471.0 ccm (28.74 cubic inches) |
| CO2 Emissions | 108 CO2 g/km | - |
| EPA Certificate No. | TQJNC0.50MCA-006 | - |
| EPA Est. Fuel Consumption | 4.62 L/100km (50.9 US mpg) | - |
| EPA CO Emissions | 3.6 CO g/km | - |
| Engine Type | Parallel Twin, four-stroke | Parallel Twin, four-stroke |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.40 litres/100 km (22.7 km/l or 53.46 mpg) | ✓3.60 litres/100 km (27.8 km/l or 65.34 mpg) |
| Bore x Stroke | 69.0 x 66.8 mm (2.7 x 2.6 inches) | 67.0 x 66.8 mm (2.6 x 2.6 inches) |
| Compression | 11.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Cooling System | Liquid | Liquid |
| Fuel System | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
| Ignition | TCI | Computer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advance |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated | - |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Lubrication System | Pressure splash l | - |
| Performance | ||
| Power | 40.2 HP (30.0 kW) @ 8000 RPM | ✓46.9 HP (34.5 kW) |
| Torque | ✓46.0 Nm (4.7 kgf-m or 33.9 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM | 43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM |
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.1914 HP/kg (dry) | 0.2635 HP/kg (dry) |
| Top Speed | 165.0 km/h (102.5 mph) | - |
| Chassis & suspension | ||
| Frame | Steel trellis | Diamond, steel. |
| Front Suspension | Adjustable Upside-down forks 50mm | 41mm telescopic fork |
| Rear Suspension | Mono-shock-absorber | Pro-Link® single shock with nine-position spring preload adjustability |
| Front Wheel Travel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 45 mm (1.8 inches) | 135 mm (5.3 inches) |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm (7.5 inches) | 180 mm (7.1 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | - | 27.5° |
| Trail | - | 108 mm (4.3 inches) |
| Transmission | ||
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Final Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate | Wet multiplate |
| Brakes & wheels | ||
| Front Brakes | Double disc. 4-piston, ABS | Double disc. ABS. Wave disc. 4-piston calipers. |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc. Single piston calliper, ABS | Single disc. ABS. Wave disc. |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Front Tyre | 120/70-ZR17 | 110/80-19 |
| Rear Tyre | 160/60-ZR17 | 160/60-17 |
| Front Brakes Diameter | - | 296 mm (11.7 inches) |
| Rear Brakes Diameter | - | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Dimensions & weight | ||
| Wheelbase | 1505 mm (59.3 inches) | 1443 mm (56.8 inches) |
| Overall Length | 2200 mm (86.6 inches) | 2155 mm (84.8 inches) |
| Overall Width | 915 mm (36.0 inches) | 826 mm (32.5 inches) |
| Overall Height | 1450 mm (57.1 inches) | 1358 mm (53.5 inches) |
| Seat Height | 835 mm (32.9 inches) | ✓833 mm (32.8 inches) |
| Dry weight | 210.0 kg (463.0 pounds) | ✓178.0 kg (392.4 pounds) |
| Fuel Capacity | ✓20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons) | 17.50 litres (4.62 US gallons) |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 3.00 litres (0.79 US gallons) | - |
| Wet Weight | - | 199.0 kg (438.7 pounds) |
| Oil capacity | - | 3.20 litres (3.38 US quarts) |
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