The Impossible Crossing: Simpson Desert on a Honda CB500X (World First Remastered)

The Impossible Crossing: Simpson Desert on a Honda CB500X (World First Remastered) Ten years ago, they said it couldn’t be done. A road-biased adventure bike has no business crossing the red dunes of the Simpson Desert—let alone being the first in the world to do it. In this special 10th-anniversary remastered edition of Motorcycle Adventure Dirtbike TV, we revisit the legendary journey of John Mitchinson as he takes a Honda CB500X where no one thought possible. Crossing the Simpson Desert is a rite of passage for any Australian adventure rider, but doing it on a 500cc twin was a world-first achievement that remains unbeaten and unrepeated to this day. Watch as we battle deep bulldust, endless sand dunes, and the brutal isolation of the Australian Outback. This isn't just a ride; it’s a masterclass in determination and a testament to what "budget" adventure bikes are truly capable of when pushed to the absolute limit. The Desert Fleet: Alongside the record-breaking Honda CB500X, we put some of the most iconic adventure platforms to the ultimate test in the sand: KTM 690 Enduro R – The powerhouse of the dunes. KTM 640 Adventure – A legendary desert-crosser showing its pedigree. Suzuki DR650 – The "Bush Pig" proving why it's a staple of Australian adventure riding. In this video: A remastered look at the 1,100+ dunes of the Simpson Desert. Technical analysis of how the CB500X handled the crossing. The grit, the failures, and the ultimate triumph of a world-first expedition. Celebrating a decade of adventure with John Mitchinson and the MAD TV crew. If you’re a fan of extreme adventure movies like "Road of Bones" or "One Way," this remastered piece of motorcycling history is a must-watch. Subscribe to Motorcycle Adventure Dirtbike TV for more "warts and all" bike tests, epic adventure films, and technical tips for your next big trip. #MotorcycleAdventure #SimpsonDesert #HondaCB500X #WorldFirst #KTM690 #DR650 #AdventureMotorcycling #OutbackAustralia #madtvlive INDEX 00:00 Introduction 05:30 Mud Time! 10:51 Cunnamulla 14:52 Into the Outback 16:15 KTMs again 23:00 Big Red 27:00 Desert riding 32:45 Hay River Track 44:00 Montage Wrap Up