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Honda NX500 adds E Clutch for clutch free shifting in India but the catch changes everything
Automobile
Published on 12 May 2026
Clutchless riding is real but only under strict conditions
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India has launched the updated NX500 with E-Clutch, an electronically controlled clutch designed to automate engagement during starts, stops, and gear shifts. The middleweight adventure tourer aims to deliver clutch-free riding while using Honda’s system to manage transitions. The updated NX500 is priced at ₹7.43 lakh ex-showroom and bookings are open.
- Updated NX500 debuts Honda E-Clutch for automated clutch engagement
- Designed for easier starts stops and gear shifts without manual clutch use
- Clutchless experience comes with limitations hinted by the launch details
- Price set at ₹7.43 lakh ex-showroom with bookings underway
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