The 400cc-500cc displacement class can be greatly improved in terms of power and configuration compared to the entry-level small displacement models. In recent years, with the popularity of the retro trend, major American, Japanese and European motorcycle brands have launched popular retro models, attracting the attention of more and more young people. At present, in the 500cc displacement of the domestic retro model, all aspects of the performance of the more outstanding is the Benali Cub 500, high gold GK 500 and infinity 500AC. Here we will introduce these four domestic medium displacement domestic retro models.
Chanjiang Benali - Cub 500
Engine displacement: 499cc
Guidance price: 38,800 yuan - 46,800 yuan
Bernali's Cub 500 is one of the earliest vintage models in the domestic market, officially unveiled at the Milan Motor Show in 2015 and officially launched in China in 2017.
In terms of appearance, the overall shape is the same as the Same Italian brand Ducati's Scrabler self-tour, but the side engine of the Cub 500 is somewhat insufficient, and the sense of strength and muscle is not as solid as the Scrabler self-tour. Compared with imported brands, the overall wiring is still a little messy, and the overall paint spraying process is also lacking. However, if you compare the Cub 500 with domestic cars, the overall assembly and process level is also at the upstream level.
The inverted U-shaped light strip used in the front lights of the Cub 500, plus the label hidden in the lamp, the design of the light group is very outstanding.
On the body of this car, a lot of "Leoncino" nameplate design is also adopted, especially the metal lion logo on the front fender of the front of the car, which looks very advanced. In terms of exterior design, the cub has a high design standard.
The Young Lion 500 car, there are 5 models on sale, including the 110th anniversary version, Sport and Trail version of the Cub 500, the overall price is relatively high in this recommended model, but the rich product line can also allow users to have more choices.
In terms of power, the Cub 500 is equipped with a 500cc displacement twin-cylinder engine with a maximum output of 35 kW (36 kW for the Sport version and the 110th anniversary version) and a maximum torque of 45 Nm (the Sport version and the 110th anniversary version have a maximum torque of 47 Nm and the Trail version is 46 Nm). In the speed range of 5000 to 9000 rpm, the power output is relatively smooth, and the overall power performance is already in the upstream level of domestic vehicles.
Gold -GK 500
Engine displacement: 486cc
Guidance price: 34,800 yuan - 35,900 yuan
As the brand's first model, The GK 500 was developed and designed by KSR in Austria and manufactured by Gaojin, and is a modern new retro street car with a unique style.
In terms of appearance, the angular design style of the GK 500's exterior lines has a similar style to Huswana's Black Arrow 401/ White Arrow 401, so that the Nordic minimalist design language is the first in China, which perfectly blends simple fashion with retro elements. The appearance of the whole car covers a small proportion of parts, straight waist line and round headlights are the most obvious features of this car as a retro car, diamond cut style fuel tank is also to make the whole car visually quite chic.
Round headlights, the design of the entire light group is very strong, the outer ring of the LED daytime lights and the English abbreviation representing the orientation, so that this car has a heart to go wild; at the same time, the "BRIXTON" in the middle of the light group also indicates its pedigree, the shape of the lamp group GK 500 in these cars the highest value.
The metal nameplates on the tank and side covers, as well as the stainless steel tank covers, have a very good sense of refinement.
There are only two configuration models currently on sale for the Gold GK 500, namely the coffee version and the crossover version. The main difference in appearance between the two is that the GK 500 crossover version has a higher handlebar, a turtle tire on the tire, and a rear license plate up to the rear.
In terms of power, the engine of GK 500 is a water-cooled side-by-side twin-cylinder machine developed by Gaojin itself, with four valves per cylinder and an actual displacement of 486cc; the maximum power of the engine is 35kW/8500 rpm, the maximum torque is 43NM/6750 rpm, and the overall power output is very linear; both front and rear are equipped with KYB preload adjustable shock absorption, and the vehicle has high controllability.
Infinity-500AC
Engine displacement: 471cc
Guidance price: 3.498 million yuan
From the debut of the Wuji 500AC in 2020 to the official listing, the middle of the polishing and adjustment time of more than half a year, as the most equipped model in the Wuji Locomotive 500 platform, the popularity after the listing directly made Benaley's Cub 500 feel great danger.
In terms of appearance, Wuji 500AC adheres to the design characteristics of the AC family, and the design of modern sports retro style is the most acceptable to young consumers now. In terms of appearance, the Infinity 500AC is the most plump car in this introduction. Compared with the small and agile of the Cub 500 and the modern minimalist style of the GK 500, the muscle feeling of the Wuji 500AC will undoubtedly be stronger.
Infinity AC series of headlights, is the soul of the entire family, Wuji will be this headlight design called "square circle"; the use of far and near light split design, but the size of the larger internal structure is also more exquisite, the recognition is very high.
In terms of details, KYB gold front shock absorption (solid color version of the model is silver) and the combination of body painting is more graded, but it does not have an adjustment function, if you can add the adjustment function, I believe it will be more perfect.
Although there is only one model on sale, the infinity 500AC is painted in four distinct colors: the Yuppy version, the punk version, the slash version and the solid color version.
In terms of power, the Wuji 500AC is equipped with Loncin KE500 engine, which is also a high-end "star engine" with a relatively large installed capacity among Chinese motorcycle brands, and it is still trustworthy in terms of stability and durability. The twin engine has a maximum output of 36Kw/8500 RPM and a maximum torque of 45 N·m/7000 Rpm. Below 6000 rpm, the power delivery is smooth and not rushy; once the speed is raised, it becomes passionate.
The above 3 500cc-class domestic retro cars are all domestic retro models that have attracted much attention in 2021, and these car series have good power performance and comfortable riding experience. In the end, which one will be more suitable, only by relying on yourself to test drive experience can you get the answer.