Ha! I love that I always get at least one dislike before anyone has had a chance to watch the video. I must have upset someone at some point! No problem though if it makes them happy, its all engagement at the end on the day 👍

@jackleonard2088

2 жыл бұрын

Shame folks don’t have anything better to do. I find myself hitting the like button about a minute into your videos. Always great content.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Well if it makes them happy Jack, who am I to argue. Don’t get me wrong I don’t expect everyone to like my videos.

@jackleonard2088

2 жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto be a little easier if it was at least constructive criticism. Have a great weekend.

@johnmartin7158

2 жыл бұрын

@@jackleonard2088 I don’t often say this about channels Jack, but the Channel guy Man Cave is hell of a nice guy. A decent human being. An everyday person who would fit in easy going laid back NZ easily..

@jjnewman65

2 жыл бұрын

I’m a thumbs up 👍 guy every time

So far one of the best reviews about X..... Nice details, realistic and with information about any possible aspect.

I have it for three years now and I love it 😍

Very nice and comprehensive review.Thanks very much!

Hey dude, your videos are getting better each week. You are trying out all sorts of different techniques that set you apart from the other commentators in the world of KZread motorcycle vlogs. I appreciate your style and always enjoy your content. Please continue. Peace.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lane, I always like to try different things, I don’t want the videos to become too ‘formulaic’. Appreciate your comment

Great review receiving mine on the 20th of September can't wait

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Nice! Enjoy

Just a shout out to my British friend; thank's again for the professional review of this bike. Not particular my cup of tea, but as always a great review. Keep up your great bike review's as we love them here in the state's. Your friend from across the pond! Illinois, USA P.S. I wish all you Brit's a beautiful day!!!

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support Larry, it means a lot. Have a great day too

Enjoyed the vid, great review. Well done.👍

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers

VERY GOOD REVIEW !!!! WELL DONE !!!!

Nice review enjoyed it thoroughly

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Martin

Excellent and balanced review. Enjoyable to watch.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks John

@johnmartin7158

2 жыл бұрын

Easy going style of reviews, I agree.

looks like very fun all around machine, saw video how this (edited) machine won some hard core Dakar style race...... thanks for nice overview, cheers from ColoradoV!

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers V,!hope you’re keeping well

Very good review, thank you.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

No problem

I now want one and I don’t know why😳! In a class of its own is that. Thanks, another great review.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Haha, cheers Will

Good video. Practical, comfortable, fun, plenty of grunt especially when compared to a 125, DCT seamless and you can always switch to manual. Honda Chiswick very helpful.

I’m on my second XADV, had 2019 and now ride a 2021 model. Use for 3 hr City of London commute every day. It does need foot pegs to give a real motorcycle feel and better for long rides… love it!

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback, I think a lot of people dismiss it without even trying it.....

Great honest review

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

No Problem

SUCH A NICE MOTORCYCLE!

I have one of these 2021 models in black, very impressed up to now!

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Its a cracking machine isnt it, great fun to ride

Good review. My wife and I commute from Stansted to London daily on this beaut. It is a sublime machine. I have nine in black with a Givi box to give the Mrs a comfortable relaxing ride. I’m 6ft2 and it find it v comfortable. Well worth getting the additional pegs also.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, its a great machine for sure

@GS-xg4nz

2 жыл бұрын

Charles, it crossed my mind they'd be a magnet for miscreant bike thieves? Just as they like the Tmax's? Hope you've got it well chained up?

Very good review. I would be interested to hear your thoughts on the pre 2021 version though.

When me and my brother Marko's go cruising around Lithgow together this is exactly what i want at my disposal. It will give me all i need. Whether simply zipping down to Red Rooster after finishing my Coles trolley collecting shift, or in taking on Putty road with big brother trailing me on his Vstrom. I believe this badboy gives BL exactly what he needs in moving to Lithgow this Spring... Go Cettire!

Great review👍🏻

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 👍

Wish it were available in the USA.

Good real-world review... stay safe

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers

A Swiss army of a bike ! Does it all & does it well !

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Indeed

Nice review, thanks :-)

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

No problem

It is a motorcycle in a scooter suit. Excellent idea by Honda!!

good review, cheers

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Great review. Clearly a bike that divides opinions. I saw one recently and was surprised how high it was across the middle. Just been watching your Ireland Honda event (part 1) and i am interested in trying the dct adv system for myself.

@mancavemoto

Жыл бұрын

Yep, it splits opinions of course, but i've yet to meet someone who hasn't enjoyed riding it

@jonathanmellish4439

Жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto cheers for the reply.

Nice review. Your videos are getting better all the time. I consider the xadv to probably be the best looking scooter type bike out there and very possibly the best all round two wheeler out there as it can literally do everything; commuting, shopping, weekend rides, touring you name it. Still, there's no way in hell I'd trade my SMT in for anything except a new SMT.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks.

@garymcqueen6350

2 жыл бұрын

With the interaction

@garymcqueen6350

2 жыл бұрын

You tube rate your video higher getting a dislike than getting nothing at all it has to do

Good review as always, it would be on my bucket list but it is a bit pricey but I haven't ridden one yet..........

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it is a bit toppy, but its a lot of bike to be fair.

For most riding situations from quick highways jaunts. In the slow lane to city / suburb commuting to backroads and light open single track trails, the new Honda hybrid gas / electric ADV scooters will be the most cost effective fun 2 wheel transport available. I’m getting in the “que” early for investing in 2 of them. One as a “classic collectible” and 1 for riding the wheels off going every where as a new flavor of “light duty dual sport” 2 wheel fun, - WORD !!!

I just like the fact that manufacturers will explore different ideas for motorcycles, because you never know what might create the next new trend, as BMW did many years ago with a funny looking street bike with knobby tires and a high pipe, called the R80GS. 😉🏍👍.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Haha yes, good point

As soon as I hired this in Madeira Portugal for five days I wanted to buy it. But I wanted style so went for the Forza 750. Traded in my BMW R1200RT. What I like about the manual mode is the you want in auto you’ve slowed down auto will change so it won’t labour the engine. I did a round trip London to Hinckley and back turn a nice 71 miles to the gallon. Also ordered the central locking top box. I absolutely Love it.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info

Great review, interesting machine, but a bit pricey. Your vids just get better and better. 👍

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it’s not cheap. Thanks Bob, much appreciated

Nice review I like that Maybe I'd prefer cast wheels but only from a cleaning perspective

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers, it was certainly different

Love that you went past a sign on road in big white letters saying "slow" while doing 60mph lol

Hi, good review mate, only wish honda would release it in Australia I have emailed them but they said it's not coming to OZ any time soon.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers, yes someone else mentioned it wasn't available

Another great review, Tony. I’ve considered one of these as replacement for my Xmax 250 daily hack. Like you, I really like the styling..especially those Uber cool spokes wheels…but the value of used ones is still above my “daily hack” budget right now. But definitely a contender for the future. Andy 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Andy, yep as you say still a bit pricey for a hack. Thanks for watching

@johnmartin7158

2 жыл бұрын

I also have an XMax as well as my T120. This Honda looks like a lot of fun. Yes it is a pricey bike. I love the XMax. NZ

I really like this scooter

my dream bike

I really like these! Been perusing eBay for used ones...

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Nice!

Brilliant vid mate, subscribed! I love these but the price is a put off.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Rhys, yes it’s a bit toppy

I had a demo of the previous no fly by wire several years ago and was told by the guy at the Honda shop that when the fly by wire version came out which it now has it would prob have cruise control . It’s a shame I opted for the nc750 dct in the end . If it had cruise given the miles I do it would be perfect .will have to wait

Would love this in the US

Honda... bring it to the USA please!

Honda X-ADV Scooter Beats Field of ADV Bikes in Gibraltar Race Think you can beat this scooter on your Adventure Bike? Think again! Published on 07.12.2019 Riding a maxi scooter in what many call the ultimate Trans-European off-road adventure rally may sound like a strange choice, but to Paris-Dakar veteran Renato Zocchi it made perfect sense. “Many would never imagine it,” he says, “to run with something no one would have chosen to do a race like this, side by side with the single-cylinder and twin-cylinder enduros.” His results at the finish of the Gibraltar race - 1st in Class 2 (601cc - 950cc) and 7th overall - are a big win for Honda’s crossover X-ADV 750.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Until you come up against this guy! kzread.info/dash/bejne/qZyNo9mnYMvcndY.html

Nice, wish they were available in the states. I like the DCT over the CVT. I would definitely trade my BMW C400GT for this! Cheers!

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Fingers crossed!

I'd love to put some duel purpose tyres on and have a real go off road..

Would luv to take one fir a spin but it's another if a long list if bikes we don't get here in Australia. The only dct bike we get is Africa twin and we only get the LAMS Trident . It will be interesting to see if we get the full Tiger 660

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Its shame that bikes dont always get distributed globally

I've just bought a updated 2021 in silver, ex demo with 500, miles. For £7,800. Which I think is a good deal, seeing as a new one is £10,900,, can't wait for it to be delivered.. 😁

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Yep i'd say thats a good deal! Have fun

If it had cruise control (which it should have, at the cost of the bike) and Apple Car Play, it would be perfect.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Good points

@JoeMama-vj8es

2 жыл бұрын

You've got a point there but if you leave your helmet on no one will see it.

@bilalmadrouni6002

Жыл бұрын

Apple ‘car’ play is for ‘cars’ my guy

@JustMamba

Жыл бұрын

You can buy a throttle lock for pretty cheap. And thr apple car play isn't even in option on expensive motorcycles. They only come on big heavy cruisers which are usually around double the price of this scooter.. cruise control isn't a normal thing or common thing for bikes because it can cause wrecks. When you have cruise control on in a car and you are going up a hill or anywhere you are losing alot of momentum it will automatically rev the engine up to like 5000 or more rpm to get back to the speed quickly. If you were to do that on a bike it can easily cause you to wreck.

Excellent review, I am about to buy this in Thailand and works out at 9,240 pounds sterling, bargain 😉

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy it!

@songsabai3794

2 жыл бұрын

Pang,Mak,Mak!!😂

Been thinking about one for sometime know but notice only a few colours in the latest model did like the green camo one also i hear some say when changing the gears coming upto corners it can knock you off balance and will it be suitable for country roads all year round must find out a bit more before spending that kind of money

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Not in the new model, t has an IMU which senses when the bike is leaning, accelerating or braking. Yes suitable for country roads all year round

Great review Tony, love it! What an awesome bike! But if it was £3k cheaper and 50kg lighter it would be even better! Aaron Knox

@user-sw2lv3zp6o

2 жыл бұрын

It certainly could do with being lighter.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Aaron, would be interesting to see how it buzzes around your neck of the woods!

@KnoxArmour

2 жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto yeah would love to try! Love scooters and this looks right up my street, plus the ability to off road it! 👌

Great review Tony, I'd take the T-Max over this, no chain and better storage, plus a bit of a hooligan (for a scooter ;) Cheers.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Fair enough!

I agree. The NC750X is considerably cheaper, and does pretty much the same thing. It has about the same storage in the 'fake' petrol tank. You could buy the NC750X and still easily have enough money to kit it out with all the luggage, or buy yourself a reasonably decent other S/H bike. All these big 'scooters' for want of a better word, whatever the make, are too expensive. BTW, another good review.

@DerpEye

2 жыл бұрын

Yes but the Xadv has better suspension and dual front disc.

@ArmadilloGodzilla

2 жыл бұрын

The nc750 is butt ugly tho.

@serge470

Жыл бұрын

@@DerpEye which means another brake pads to change and spike wheels btch to clean+extra 4k pounds over NC? Nah thanks.

I would love one of these. I have other bikes to play with though so this would be a toy. I don't think I would pick this if I only had 1 to keep.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

No it couldn’t be my only bike either

@hermanstokbrood

2 жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto I wonder why. Is it not exiting enough?

Very tempting but my bikey friends would kick sand in my face! 🤣🤣🤣

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

But you’d get all the girls…. 😂

The ADV 350 is coming. As a Honda Forza 300cc rider I'm looking forward to seeing reviews of it.

@chriscurrie5597

2 жыл бұрын

That will be interesting, if its half the size, let's hope its half the price... 😁. and why are honda so resistant to fitting cruise control, should be standard nowadays

@willewinky

2 жыл бұрын

@@chriscurrie5597 you are absolutely right - cruise control should be standard. I'm a Honda Forza 300cc rider so I'm interested to see if I can be persuaded onto the ADV 350. Reviews like this are usually the deciding factor for me.

Honda,,,, Please bring this to America.

As a boxer twin and Guzzi owner for some strange reason this appeals to me. The price is a little salty but all bikes are becoming incredibly expensive nowadays. Want a test ride though.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Yep a few lbs lighter and a few £’s cheaper would be better. Worth a test ride if nothing else

@GS-xg4nz

2 жыл бұрын

Ha, I own a GS and a V7 and fancy a TMax! :)

Nice review. I had the first generation and sold it as I was focusing some other bikes in the garage. It wasn't more than a month and I had sellers remorse. So I placed an order (in Thailand) for this newer version. However, the delivery times being quoted are around 4-5 months. Not sure why the backlog. Is it market demand, or the now infamous "chip shortage" or other supply chain issues? But I really like this machine and the new one will have a permanent place in my garage. But have to wait a few more months. Anyone know the reason behind the shortage of inventory. My dealer is unhelpful in this regard. Cheers, and Happy New Year!

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, and sorry to hear you've got to wait for the bike

Tony - what is Honda's official blurb about the machine's market position and target demographic in the UK?

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

They don't seem to have one from what I can see! It was maybe a case of, "If you build it they will come". But its a genuinely an all round practical and fun machine

@atastefortheroad4475

2 жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto Interesting. Honda are always very intentional. I'm interested to see how it sells. Thank you for responding.

Review for every compliment. I would have one question. I am 185 cm tall, what is your opinion on whether the height is too high for this type of engine

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

I wouldnt say so no, the bike is quite bike and the engine has plenty of power

I like you Tony and I appreciate your review but have NO INTEREST in this style of Motorcycle. I’m in love 😍 with my SpeedTwin. Good work .

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Fair enough!

Thanks! Well done. How tall are you? It’s good to know .

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

I’m 5ft 10ins

That was a great review.. well done. Intriguing bike. I got talking to an x biker senior who's quite happy with his 400 majesty. Impressive storage capacity but it's definitely not for rough roads. I like the x-adv but it's too sophisticated ($$). I have a no frills Himalayan (great suspension), a 650 Interceptor that prefers asphalt but can navigate gravel and an older tu250x which is a terrific urban runnabout. I'm not ready for a mobility scooter, but if RE marketed a sub 400 scooter x, I'd probably check it out. 😃

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@K0nst4nt1n96

Жыл бұрын

X ADV 350 might be a good fit then.

how do this compare to the the street version of this bike the Honda Forza 750 same engien and drive train

What I like about it from looking at it, is that your man parts aren’t slammed against the gas tank

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

That’s true

Hi Man Cave Moto... What would you take if money wasn’t in question: this Honda X-Adv or NC750x dct? I hesitate between those two motorcycles. The motorcycle I choose will often ride a 1200km tour in one day. P.S - I often watch (and consider) the cb500x too, a very interesting motorcycle, but maybe it lacks power for the highway?

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Hhhmmm a tricky question, both have their merits. I think the X-ADV could be more comfortable for longer rides. But the new CB500X does look good.....

@viktorbenedek868

2 жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto I found it NOT so comfortable as a normal motorcycle. All your weight is on your lower back. On a real touring bike there is some weight on the footpegs. Or there is a backrest if your feet are in front of you. The optioal footpegs can help this a bit.

Bring this to North America

Just watched this again, Tony. Purely for entainment. Not thinking of buying one. Nick J

@mancavemoto

8 ай бұрын

Thanks Nick

I want one. If only Honda sold them in Canada.

Did you have any problems with the keyless system.?some say that doesn’t lock when you re leaving it.In fact a friend of mine has the 2017 model and let me ride it for a while ,but we realised that he had the key in his pocket

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

I didn't no. if I moved the fob a couple of metres away from the bike it wouldnt fire up

I love the XADV but still cant decide whether a KTM adventure 890 or an 850gs are better options for that price range :/

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

As good as the X-ADV is, you raise a good point.

How about the brakes and front suspension ? How do they fair in comparison to the NC750 ?

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

I thought they were good, particularly the suspension. But I haven't ridden an NC750 for a few years to be honest

Cool scoot. Would be cooler as a 250cc. Hopefully the 300cc rumors are true.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

We shall see

Hi i'm 5' 6" tall this bike will fit my height thanks for the reply i'm planning to buy it on October

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Nice, enjoy the bike!

Riding 2 up can get tiring going up a long hill while in stop and go traffic. Does it have anti-roll back?.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Theres no 'hill hold' but you do of course have the rear brake lever on the left grip

NICE BIKE PUT IT'S TO PRICEY FOR A SCOOTER, HONDA SHOULD DROP THE PRICE ON THIS BIKE FOR MANY HARD WORKING CLASS PEOPLE OUT TO BUY IT, BIKES ARE GETTING MORE ECONOMICAL NOW THAT PETROL PRICES ARE GONE THROUGH THE ROOF,,, ENJOYABLE VIDEO 👍

It’s like an Africa Twin for people who don’t want to die on the first ride, I would love one.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

?

@mschrage618

2 жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto here in the states the Africa Twin has a reputation for being a monster and not for inexperienced riders. This seems like a more tame version that could do a lot of the same things and be more reasonable for the average user.

What’s the jkt you’re wearing - is it Knox like your gloves.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

It’s a Klim Drifter. There’s a link to it in the description

why isnt this available in USA? :(

How is the seat Comfort? The cushion of the seat thin or thick?

@mancavemoto

Жыл бұрын

The seat is pretty thick and i found it nice and comfortable

looks a brilliant bike to keep biking when you get too old to comfortably throw a leg over a seat

In my country it's almost €5k (50%) more expensive than the NC750X DCT which makes the price hard to swallow.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Ouch!

I live on the Au coast with flat gravel roads and beach access with open flat roads between towns so this could be just the ticket? Oh great.. no available in Au.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Shame

This is the first review, where the tyre name is not called "battleaxe". xD

The front wheel isn't small, Tony, just the 15'' rear. You wouldn't want this instead of your 790, would you? The usual excellent review.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

No I wouldn’t swap it for the 790! Cheers

@user-sw2lv3zp6o

2 жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto I should think not. I am thinking of buying a new 790R as a KTM place has opened near where I live most of the year. Has yours been reliable, Tony?

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, the only problem I’ve had is a little fogging on the edges of the tft screen. So not really a problem, and other than that I’ve had no issues at all.

@user-sw2lv3zp6o

2 жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto That's good to hear. I get the same fogging on my Duke 390 TFT. I think it's the same unit as on the 790, or very similar. It soon clears. I am going to have another look at your 790 videos.

@johnmartin7158

2 жыл бұрын

@@user-sw2lv3zp6o I actually think the KTM 790 r is the best all round bike in the world. But I can’t afford a 3rd bike.

And they give this dual front discs while the Nc750x gets a single disc... Odd

Quirky just like me!

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Nowt wrong with that!

I bought a brand new NC750X DCT and absolutely loved it. However, after 18 months the bike started sticking in gear. It took the local main Honda dealers months to fix. Lost all confidence in Honda and the dealer. Shame as it’s a peach of a gearbox.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that

@TheDervMan

2 жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto no need to be sorry. Anything mechanical will break at some point, regardless who it’s made by. What I was disappointed with was how long it took to fix. 🙂

@hermanstokbrood

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheDervMan I heard that story before. I friend of mine owned a brand new Honda (I don'remember which one). Very soon after he got it there were major problems with the camshafts. It took Honda whole summer to fix it.

@TheDervMan

2 жыл бұрын

@@hermanstokbrood I assumed Honda would immediately pin point the problem but they appeared to be randomly replacing mechanical gearbox parts when in fact it was the shifter motor 🤔

How many miles do you get out of a set of tires?

@mancavemoto

Жыл бұрын

I only had the bike a short while, but I would imagine 6000-8000 wouldnt be unreasonable?

@blipco5

Жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto My Honda Helix doesn’t do that well. It’s 15 HP but has a 10”rear wheel and 12” front wheel, so they spin fast.

Does it have cruise control ?

@mancavemoto

Жыл бұрын

It doesn't no, and its not an option either

I do love me a big scooter, but its just hard to get over the prices, i can buy an Suzuki gsxs1000 for far less.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

You do pay a bit of a premium for it, but there is a lot of bike there. True, but they are of course very different machines

Top.speed in mph and wood u tour the world.

How tall are you Tony?

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

5ft 10 in

@pneumech

2 жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto ok, cos you I guessed you are 6'plus, so this bikes gonna look small on a 6'4" fella like me I reckon

Lets be fair, it would probably be a better option for 90% of adv riders(myself included). Do I want one? err No

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

😂