For those who say this bike sucks, you are probably those sports bike rider who use the massive power of race bike to commute. And rev it at stop lights.

@Dansk55

4 жыл бұрын

I have a zx10r and im thinking of downsizing. I am also in my 20s

@Seekay92

4 жыл бұрын

Im also planning to get 1 . Considering to travel intercontinental trip

I have two bikes an a 2014 FJR & a 2012 NC 700X which I have set up as a somewhat duel-purpose bike. Although it is really not one I have ridden part of the TAT out in Colorado with it & it preformed flawlessly. I get 62 to 65 mph & have gotten as high as 72. Is it powerful ?? Of course not but it is without a doubt a FUN bike to ride. Because the engine is so low & the gas tank under the seat it has a very low center of gravity & thus is a joy to flick back & forth in the curves. I have taken it on a 28 day 9,000 mile trip out west (from Florida) & it is as solid as a rock. Would I buy another one - yes. Would I recommend it - yes. Is it for everyone one - no. As with every bike there are + & - but it is a very enjoyable motorcycle. Just an opinion of a man who is 71 (yoa)

Over a year riding this bike, done 24k KM (15K miles) use it every day to work, and on weekends to a light travel. I definatly recommend this bike. My average is 3.5L/100Km (67MPG). Just remember is not a sport a bike! just 50HP. But comfortable doing 140/160Km/h (85/100mph) on high way's.

@Hooverdarnit

9 жыл бұрын

Can a taller person ride this bike in comfort? I'm 6'3".

@ylism

9 жыл бұрын

Have you ever seen dyno sheets on this bike, it makes very little hp, but the TQ is decent. I've seen dyno specs say it makes only 39+ rwhp, it surprised me ?

@Hooverdarnit

9 жыл бұрын

***** That's low. 700cc should make at least 45 hp. Compression is probably not very high and probably uses regular gas. I hear it'll still go over a 100 mph though.

@ylism

9 жыл бұрын

That is what I thought as well, maybe even more, but a few dynos, have said otherwise ? I don't get it either. The HP & TQ lines crossed at 5250 rpm just like they are suppose to also, so they read the same numbers; that is one way to tell if the dyno is off, or bogus, if they read differently. Don't forget I said some not all..!

@Guachale

5 жыл бұрын

Do you still have this bike?

Excellent review actually addressing riders issues like suspension, wind buffeting, rider height and degree of knee bend. You almost never hear it. Thorough, thank you.

My husband just got this bike on Saturday and LOVES it! IDC. What people say...you have to see it and drive it in person to be able to really review it....and I ride a lower rider (short legs) with was impressive to be

NICE JOB!!! One of the BEST Reviews of all Bikes I've seen! I might go BUY One eh!

I have just given this bike a 8 mile test ride having never ridden a motorcycle before. I have a twist and go vespa GTS 300. Bike very easy to ride and ideal for my 5 foot 8 inch height. My main criticism was that in auto mode it would tend to change quickly to 5th or 6th gear in town. You can of course use the paddles to go up and down the ratios if you wish. Overall a very good package here in the UK.

Hi, yes I agree should have played with the modes more on my test ride.

That thing looks pretty cool

Hi would you recommend this bike for touring?

I was looking at this on Honda's website yesterday and i like it! :)

Still have my NC700X in 2020. Doing great. Have the 6 speed manual which I prefer.

@thechosen5805

3 жыл бұрын

Hows the brakes???

It does short shift to make use of the torky motor, and to get better MPG, but this has a "sport" mode which makes full use of the rev range.

got a ninja 250r, but this will be the bike that i will be upgrading too. its cheap and practical, wanted bikes like the r6, zx-6r but now im super into this bike.

I have the standard manual version. I don't see the need for DCT either. However, it is a great bike. I was looking into the extended windscreen but the stock one can be raised from what is shown in the video about an inch and it helps quite a bit.

what kind of MPG did you get during your testing? It has dirt bike, sports, and advanture bike styling but it doesnt none of it very well. Might be a really good commuter bike and some light duty sports touring.

I’m looking into getting my first bike.. this happened to be one of the options in my price range and I was wondering if it would be an easy, good first starter bike to learn on.. I’m between this and a Kawasaki ninja 400.. any thoughts? Ik this video is old and you might not see this but if you do please give me tips, I have no clue how to ride or anything about bikes, I’m trying to learn through KZread

Sydneysider here and I could not agree more. Apart from the high prices, another big drawback about the Australian market is that many products arrive here late or do not come here at all, which limits consumer's options.

great practical day to day bike. and of course i appreciate the twist n go version =]

They come with a traditional manual version as well. The DCT is an OPTION.

It's a dual clutch, so the clutches are computer controlled just like in a car with a "flappy paddle" gearbox. They sell a normal version with the usual single-clutch manual transmission we all love.

So its a Honda's version of a Versys, with euro adventure bike styling. May be a good commuter, I wonder how it compares to the Versys and the Ninja 650/ ER6-n in power band.

bro how that clutch lever comes out in the later part of the video when he said the is no clutch lever when showing finger shifts??????????????/

This bike is perfect for a new rider or someone that use the bike for daily commute. The bike also does perfect on secondary roads and is fun to ride. I have put 3,000 on my brand new 2015 NC700x

@therealb888

8 жыл бұрын

Not for short people. Why not just keep the seat at 790mm. I loved this bike, but now I am very very sad.

woah, perfect bike to go drive-thru

How much is the NC700X down there?

Surprised you didn't mention the mpg or that it needs relatively infrequent servicing or the ABS. I don't think ABS comes with the non DCT version though - shame :( It's definitely on my list of bikes to get. It makes me laugh when riders state it's a beginners bike because it hasn't 140HP - I've been riding for decades and see it as simply a bike aimed at the type of riding 95% of us actually do. I want one.

@stevest1300

10 жыл бұрын

Well said!!!

@LozzerGuide

10 жыл бұрын

I think part of the reason why some people consider it beginner friendly is because it doesn't have any unexpected surges in the power curve and the engine and gas tank configuration puts the weight down low.

@jimmyzelski7742

9 жыл бұрын

Michael Robinson - exactly. This is a great bike for people interested in fuel economy, smooth ride and enough power to make a nice touring bike. A record-breaker on the track it's not, and I find it humorous that some need to run it down for that. That's like trashing a Corolla because it doesn't perform like a Porsche 918 Spyder. Apples and oranges, people. I recently picked up a 2014 model, the one with the traditional 6-speed manual transmission (NC700X). And I'm not a beginner. I got my first bike in 1971 and recently sold two others that I had for about 13 years. This bike could be good for a beginner though because it's very well balanced with a low center of gravity and isn't going to throw them off the bike when they twist the throttle. Those who want mega speed and power should look elsewhere. Those who want something economical and sensible just might be in the right place.

it's my current dream bike (with all the extras)

I ordered one at 21.000 TL (11.900 USD) here in Turkey. Nice job Honda, keep this pricing.

I wanted this bike but it was taking so long to come out. Went ahead about bout a hypermotard instead :)

import tax? regulations adjustments?

HAHAHA! I was literally just going to type the exact same thing. That dude has mastered the art of eye-balling it.

With this bike I was impressed

The music in this video is unnecessarily bombastic. Otherwise, it was a good review.

I can't imagine paying money for that. The funny thing is they used to have a 599 naked, but stopped selling those.

i take it the base model comes with a shifter and a clutch

Aren't you in the States? Since when have "naked" bikes done well here? They are trying to tap into the entry-level "adventure" segment with the X model. I think it was a good choice. The S doesn't really offer anything but more style and it's less practical in the process.

the bike he is showing has no clutch lever, but the one being ridden in the video has one??

i agree

wow a motorcycle with paddle shifters this is very interesting

i don't get the appeal of the DCT push-button transmission. Does it idle in gear? When would I want to push the button for neutral? How about low-speed stuff where I would normally be using the clutch's friction zone? I like the idea of a water-cooled, vertical- twin, lotsa storage, bargain bike, but the tinker-toy push-button Xmission sounds like the answer to a question no one asked.

@robinmcphail34

2 жыл бұрын

Yes ,idles in gear like a C50/90. I was worried about stalling when the revs drop, but it just chugs its way through slow corners. When you switch it off, it's default position is neutral when you start it up. I think putting the stand down also defaults to neutral also. It's all very clever and easy to live with. Also, you can't hit the rev limiter in auto mode.

@robinmcphail34

2 жыл бұрын

Putting the stand down also cuts the ignition which is normal anyway.

Are you sure it's limited to 6500rpm?

@timjohnson1199

3 жыл бұрын

Less.

It was talked about the number 1 accessory bought, I would have thought it would be a plus 1 front sprocket, to get it past 60 mph in 2 gear, if I remember what others have said ? Saying it would hit rev limiter just before, maybe it was 3rd gear ?????

@Hooverdarnit

9 жыл бұрын

Can a taller person ride this bike in comfort? I'm 6'3".

@ylism

9 жыл бұрын

Hooverdarnit Here is a good place to see. It's called cycle-ergo.com/ . You can look up just about every motorcycle in use, and scooters too, I never have though; but motorcycle yes, and it works really well. My thought would be yes, on the bike, but check it out for yourself. GL, yl

So I'm 235 6 foot 2. Is this too small??

@timjohnson1199

3 жыл бұрын

You can get dropped down foot pegs that might help.

Damn, In Estonia you can get both X and S. X costs 6800€ and XD 7700€, S 6290€ and SD 7190€

@itssp9214

5 жыл бұрын

It's now 2019 and in shitty Greece you find the 2013 DCT version second hand at best in those prices. :(

Try cycle-ergo(dot)com to get an idea of how motorcycles will fit you.

It's not the best looking thing I've seen. But for going to work it seems Awesome. It seems like a bargain too. Especially with tall that cargo space. My registration card doesn't even fit in my trunk (06 R6). I would consider this bike over let's say a GS800.

Barry, we are sadly!!

Is this bike too tall for a 5'6" guy?

is this an advert or a review... because it seemed like an advert to me

smooth, but you will want to lean forward.

Those brake discs make me want to cry. Just stop Honda, no pun intended. Seems functional though, if you're old or don't care for performance and just want a comfortable utilitarian ride.

This is a scooter dress like a bike... If you are in the market for a road adventure bike, get a Kawi Versys. Best bike value bike and real FUN bike. Now if you are looking for on / off, the n BMW / KTM or the Yama XT660 z tenere.

This bike is what happens when market research trumps the joys of motorcycling.

I take back what I said

Does this bike have a good place to hide my weed?

@ylism

9 жыл бұрын

were the helmet goes, a big pile of weeds will fit, and some under the seat as well.. lol

@maulpaul

9 жыл бұрын

Hooverdarnit And the little cubby where the manual goes.

@ylism

9 жыл бұрын

Even in the handle bars, air box too if its a must..lol

@TheEarepol

5 жыл бұрын

the exhaust is big enough to put some in

It's the same in Europe compared to the USA.. 50-100% more expensive.

I will stick with my XR650L, its big and ugly. But its paid for and a blast to ride on or off road!

and you are so close to Japan. Doesn't make sense

This is the exactly the type of bike I am looking for, which means no one else will buy it and it will go away. LOL, well not really more cry.

I was almost intrigued until you said there's no clutch and index finger shifting, no thnx

@ylism

9 жыл бұрын

You can get this bike with a clutch, the only one I would buy BTW; there's also a DCV thats a automatic, but it still can uses a paddle shifter, so two versions of the same bike, but the auto shifted bike is higher priced, and it's heavier too $0^0$

Bikes are SO damn cheap in Amerika. Here in OZ they're 2x as expensive at least. + our dollar is worth the same. Who's being ripped off here/??

"About" a 62 degree angle

The big wigs should have brought the 700S instead.

You lost me with the gear shifters. So basically this is the paddle-shifter equivalent of a "manual" car? No thanks. Glad to see cars AND bikes are becoming soulless.

Probably tax? Look into that. If it's too much refuse to pay, people will get the message.

62 degrees, 63 degrees... whatever it takes.

Only 50 hp??? My little CB500f has 47.

because most mericans won't buy it. It's not a sportbike, cruiser, or adventure bike (no 19" front wheel which is silly)

small price in your coutry!! ¬¬

you by your governement

this bike is soooo boring to ride! Although 45 hp isn't much, that's not it's main problem. The rev limiter kicks in at 6500 rpm! You miss all the fun of riding a motorcycle if you have to shift before 6500 rpm

@ejpmooB

5 жыл бұрын

Leef je nog?

cool but bored at the same time! automatic, no please

In frame 3.29, the bike you are riding has a clutch lever. The same can be seen in other shots. What's going on????? I smell a rat.

I'm sick of generic rock music in these videos. It's so irritating.

so its automatic, so its the least fun bike in the world

I think its S model not X