Honda Philippines has officially released the new NX500 E-Clutch big bike. It debuted earlier today at the 2026 Makina Moto Expo, sharing the stage with the CB650R, which was updated with a slew of new colors.
At launch, the CB650R can be optioned with either a manual or an E-Clutch system to manage its transmission. While the NX500 is offered in a single variant with the E-Clutch as standard.
In terms of pricing and availability, these bikes will be sold at all Honda Flagship and Big Bike dealerships, with prices set at P419,000 for the NX500. Meanwhile, the CB650R Standard with a manual clutch will sticker for P525,000, while the E-Clutch configuration will cost P565,000.
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Aside from transmission options, what else will those prices get you? Read on to find out.
Makina 2026: Honda NX500 E-Clutch
The new NX500 makes use of a 471cc liquid-cooled, parallel twin engine, paired with a six-speed transmission and Honda’s E-Clutch system. Power outputs of 49.8hp at 8,500rpm and 44.7Nm of torque at 6,500rpm.
Honda Roadsync is available on the NX500, along with the Honda Ignition Security System (HISS) and a five-inch TFT meter display. It can then be customized with the crash guards seen in the photos above and below.
Makina 2026: Honda CB650R
Whether you opt for the E-Clutch or the manual, the engine remains a 649cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder, mated to a six-speed transmission. Power outputs are then rated at 93.5hp at 12,000rpm and 63.3Nm of torque at 9,500rpm.
At Makina 2026, Honda debuted a line of new colors for the CB650R. While the standard variant can only be had in Matte Gunpowder Black Metallic, those who opt for the E-Clutch configuration can choose between the same black, Grand Prix Red, and Matte Jeans Blue Metallic.
More photos of the Honda CB650R at Makina 2026:
More photos of the Honda NX500 at Makina 2026:
