The Kove has a new ADV model compatible with the A2 license for the European market.

The adventure motorcycle segment is full of options for riders of all backgrounds. Naturally, at the top of the product list are manufacturers like the iconic BMW GS, the Ducati Multistrada, and the KTM Adventure range. However, beginner motorcyclists looking for a budget-friendly bike now have a variety of options, many of which come from Chinese manufacturers like Kove. We have previously talked about the 800X Adventure, Kove’s premium mid-displacement motorcycle. This time, the young Chinese manufacturer is trying to conquer the entry-level segment with the new 510X Adventure. The 500cc ADV segment was previously dominated by the Honda CB500X. Currently, however, the CB500X, recently renamed NX500, is joined by many Chinese motorcycles like the Benelli TRK502, the CFMOTO 450MT, and now, the Kove 510X Adventure. As expected, Kove’s new adventure model follows a tried and tested formula, and features technology that is very similar to its competitors.

To start with, it has a 498 cc twin-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with fuel injection. It produces a respectable 47.6 horsepower and 45 Nm of torque, which fits perfectly within the A2 licensing parameters. It has a top speed of 170 km/h. Beneath the surface, the bike has a basic steel tube frame, but it has a high-quality aluminum swingarm to keep unsprung weight low. The front suspension is an adjustable 41mm KYB inverted fork, while the rear shock is a fully adjustable progressive mono-shock – sophisticated material for the segment.

The new Kove 510X has 19-inch front wheels and 17-inch rear wheels with Metzeler tires. As for brakes, it has dual front brakes clamping on 298mm discs and a single-piston rear brake. With its full 20-liter fuel tank, Kove claims a weight of 205 kg, which is quite normal for the segment.

In terms of style, the Kove 510X features angular fairing, a tall windscreen, LED lights, and standard crash bars. Its price is substantially lower than its main rivals, at 6,990 Euros, making it likely to be an attractive option for younger riders who want to occasionally hit the roads and trails with a limited budget.