If you want a retro-looking motorcycle, look no further than the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650. With its old-school looks, smooth yet punchy engine, reasonable comfort and relatively affordable price tag, it is an option that warrants serious consideration.

Since you already have a Honda, you can take a look at the NX500, which will be a good option with its refined twin-cylinder engine and comfortable long-distance capability.

If you are open to the idea of a pre-owned machine, in your budget, you can get a Kawasaki Z650 / Ninja 650 / Versys 650. All three are good both in the city and out on the highway, but the Versys would be our pick because it will be the most adept at tackling Indian roads.

The Honda NX500 is a superb machine in nearly all respects when considering it through the lens of a prospective ADV rider - except for its steep price tag, especially after the recent GST 2.0 reform. Nevertheless, this is a machine that is likely to last you a long time without any significant hassles and will also hold its value well should you decide to sell it someday in the future.

Coming to the Royal Enfield Himalayan 750, there are absolutely no concrete details available about the bike currently, so commenting on its reliability or after-sales service isn't possible.

Even if you do decide to pull the trigger as soon as the big Himalayan is launched, we would strongly advise you to wait for a minimum of 6 months so that if there are any teething issues, they are solved by the time you put your own money down.

Fuel Type/ Propulsion	Petrol
Max Engine Torque	43 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Spark Plugs	1 Per Cylinder
Stroke	66.8 mm
Max Engine Power	46.9 bhp @ 8600 rpm
Bore	67 mm
Engine Displacement	471 cc
Cooling	Liquid Cooled
Engine Type	2 cylinder
Gearbox Type	Manual
Number of Gears	6
Clutch	Assist And Slipper Clutch
Slipper clutch	Yes
Transmission Type	Manual

Fuel Tank Size	17.5 litres
Reserve Fuel Capacity	2.6 L

Front Brakes	Disc
Rear Brakes	Disc
Front Brake Type	Disc
Front Brake Size	296mm
Rear Brake Type	Disc
Rear Brake Size	240mm
Chassis type	Diamond
Front Suspension Type	Showa 41mm SFF-BP upside-down (USD) front forks
Chassis name	Steel Diamond
Rear Suspension Adjustability	Yes
Rear Suspension Type	Pro-Link mono-suspension
Wheel Type	Alloy
Rear Brake Size	240 mm
Calliper Type	Front - 4 Piston, Rear - 1 Piston
Wheel Construction	Alloy
Tyre type	Tubeless
Front Brake Type	Disc
Front Brake Size	296 mm
Rear Brake Type	Disc
Front Tyre Size	110/80 - R19
Rear Tyre Size	160/60 - R17
Front Wheel Size	19 inch
Rear Wheel Size	17 inch

Wheelbase	1447 mm
Width	829 mm
Height	1413 mm
Seat height	830 mm
Length	2165 mm
Ground Clearance	181 mm
Kerb Weight	196 kg

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Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)	Dual channel
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Trending Questions on Honda NX500 - Answered by Autocar Experts

I am 6 feet 3 inches tall. I own and ride a Honda CB 350 H'Ness Anniversary edition, bought in 2022. I love the engine. But I want to upgrade to anything between 500CC to 750CC. May you please recommend a bike in that CC range for city commute and long road trips. Budget between 4 Lakhs - 6.5 Lakhs.

I’m planning to upgrade from my current 250cc bike to a mid-size ADV. I’m eyeing the Honda NX500, but is it worth waiting for the Royal Enfield Himalayan 750? My top priorities are reliability, after-sales service, and a fun-to-ride experience on Indian roads.

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Tachometer Type	Digital
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Instrument console	Digital