Hello from France

[Christian]

I just have discovered your forum, today.
Excuse me for my bad english language.
I love the Honda NCX 700 but I'm very interested by the Honda CB 500 X

[baggy]

Welcome.

I tried them both and the CB500X was a much better bike and cheaper 

It's best if you try both and make your own mind up

[roboprop]

Hiya Christian Welcome to the X factor

Agree with Baggy - try them both. I did and there was no contest but only you can decide. The X is cracking little bike and France is a great place for biking so I'm told. Let us know what you decide.

Happy and safe riding whatever you choose.
Best wishes
Gary

[Francesco]

Welcome Frenchie man !
I was hesitating too, but I do prefer the CB500X look, its lesser weight, and the possibity of filling up gas without taking out my luggage when I'm travelling.

[Muttley]

Hi Christian and welcome.
I too tried both 700 and 500 and loved the lightness of the 500 which made it more fun and a more willing engine.  Also found it disconcerting to hit the rev limiter during an overtake on the 700.  Nasty. 
You must try both if you can because everyone's requirements are different.
Muttley