Honda CB500X vs Norton Atlas
Specs side by side, plus our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.
The Honda CB500X and Norton Atlas are among the most cross-shopped adventure bikes of 2026. The Honda CB500X undercuts the Norton Atlas by about $3,671, so value is squarely on the table. On paper the Norton Atlas leads on power with 69 hp. Below we put them head to head on price, performance, weight and seat height, then give our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.
Our pickHonda
Honda CB500X
Norton
Norton AtlasThe verdict
The Honda CB500X edges it overall at 8.2/10, but the Norton Atlas wins on most exciting, so let how you ride decide.
Honda CB500X
A2-legal, 47 hp, forgiving to learn on.
Norton Atlas
69 hp and 0.37 hp/kg, the strongest here.
Honda CB500X
Our 8.2/10 at $7,399, the most bike per dollar.
Norton Atlas
188 kg with an 845 mm seat, the easiest to throw around.
Honda CB500X
Our top score in this matchup at 8.2/10.
Cyan marks the best figure in each row. Specs are the most-cited for the current model; verify before relying on them.
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Honda CB500X vs Norton Atlas: your questions answered
Which is faster, the Honda CB500X or the Norton Atlas?
The Norton Atlas makes the most power at 69 hp and 57.5 Nm, giving it the edge on outright performance.
Which is cheaper, the Honda CB500X or the Norton Atlas?
The Honda CB500X is the most affordable here with an MSRP around $7,399.
Which is lighter, the Honda CB500X or the Norton Atlas?
The Norton Atlas is the lightest at 188 kg, which makes it the easiest to manage at low speed and in the bends.
Which is better for a beginner, the Honda CB500X or the Norton Atlas?
For a new rider we'd point to the Honda CB500X: A2-legal, 47 hp and 196 kg make it the most approachable of the group.
