As an official old guy, I can no longer just kick a leg over the bike when mounting/dismounting. Big Rock Moto has pointed this out in a video, I put my left foot on the left peg (kick stand down) and then up and over. I've been told by others that they would never trust the stand, but what am I to do? Give up riding? Adding a top box will require a more thoughtful mount :)

@jaytownjunkyardfiles1999

Жыл бұрын

Been doing that kind of mount/dismount for two years now on a DR650 with no mechanical problems. I just give it attention with grease periodically.

@dalemoffitt165

Жыл бұрын

Otto, a friend of mine has the same issue as you so he needs to use the foot peg to mount. He is also concerned with the added pressure on the kick stand, so he always mounts from the RIGHT side which removes most of the added weight from the stand. Been doing it for years. I've tried it and it feels weird, but you do what you need to do.

@stevendewolfe4592

Жыл бұрын

I also use the foot peg to mount and try to put my weight over the bike while doing it to minimize the force on the stand. Also, the position of the front wheel adjusts the bike’s stance before mounting.

@MyADV360

Жыл бұрын

As a short rider in the 50+ category and an inseam of less than 30 inches I stand on the footpeg to mount the Africa Twin, even loaded I trust the kickstand enough to do a kickstand pivot/turn.

@Loiczzr

Жыл бұрын

I pivot turn my bike on the kick stand (kawasaki versys 650 and suzuki drz400s) with no issues. So unless your bike is known for a very weak stand/bracket then your weight won't be enough to break it.

Thanks ! For the review Amanda. You're a Honda Ambassador even looking back at the miles you rack on the CBX you've been putting out positive energy in the ADV world. Honda will cut you a deal to own your dream ride. Get her done gal. 👍👍

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Jean-Claude!

One of the best and most complete motorcycle reviews I’ve seen. Nice job!

I love your enthusiasm for the Africa Twin. You sound just like me talking about it. I think all of my riding friends are sick of me talking about mine! I have a 2017 DCT that I wouldn't trade for anything. I think the DCT lets you concentrate on other things that allow you to really reduce the amount of fatigue you'd normally experience with a traditional manual transmission. Plus, the DCT is much quicker from a dead stop than pretty much any other bike I can think of. I ride off road as much as possible, and your comparison with a Rekluse clutch is spot on. You will never stall a DCT in a tricky situation off road. It can and will save you from dumb mistakes on and off road. Great video Amanda!

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Brian!

@williamlee7782

Ай бұрын

Can you coast when throttle is disengaged with forward momentum or does it downshift right away?

Thank you so much for this informative and helpful video. Your personal insights along with the standard specs make this video worthwhile. Your experience as a motorcyclist, your love and passion for the hobby, and your humbleness really shine through. Two wheels down, girl!

Fantastic review, Amanda. It's truly a venerable, flexible, do it all machine.

Love the video! I’m Honda fan because of Amanda. Would love to see more Honda content from her….. she would be a great ambassador!

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!! I would freaking love to be a Honda Ambassador.

One of the best or I would say the best review I have ever watched. This convinced me to buy the Africa Twin. 👍

So nice to find you online! I’ve enjoyed your videos. I also own the DCT 2020- and absolutely love it. I did go through an adjust,ent going from my GS clutch to the DCT, however I’ve now taken it many miles off road including doing an off road trip through The Yukon and she was amazing! I hope you end up with one and keep up the great work

I feel the same about my 2017 DCT. If something where to happen with it I would buy another one. The DCT was heaven going through California stop and go traffic. Great review!

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Right on

@funyun

Жыл бұрын

Is there a neutral mode with the dct, can you rev your engine while going through a tunnel?

@randiruge1265

Жыл бұрын

@@funyun yes

@funyun

Жыл бұрын

@@randiruge1265 thanks bud, I think I might try out the dct, even though my brother/friends might joke on me at first

@randiruge1265

Жыл бұрын

After I said that I had to check it out. NO, the bike electronics will not allow you to shift into neutral when you are moving. You must be stopped. You would think after riding the bike for 14,000 miles I would know but I guess I never tried it. I still think the Africa Twin is one of the best sounding motorcycles. You don't need to rev in a tunnel, it already sounds sweet.

Thank you for a accurate account of the bike and it’s features. Glad you enjoyed your adventure and sharing it with us.

Awesome review! I bought myself a 2022 Africa Twin DCT (red & black) back in October. I am in love with this bike. It is so easy to ride and extremely comfortable. I can't wait to take it moto-camping this spring. Ride on Amanda!😊

Thanks for the best review I’ve seen on this bike! So glad you love it

Thanks for the review Amanda, btw hat is looking good too ☺️

I’m so happy you got to do this! Honda is lucky to have you as a brand ambassador for sure. Bike looked great. I sat on one (they didn’t allow a test ride) and I thought it was too tall for me. I also has a Tiger 800 and the weight was SO HIGH UP, now I have a Tiger 900 and it feels much better.

Once again, very good content Amanda. You’re correct in that a bigger motor helps you travel longer with less fatigue. I also concur that the Africa twin is a very desirable bike.

Awesome review! Proud new owner of a 2023 Africa Twin Adventure Sports with the manual transmission. 🥳🥳🥳 Let the adventures begin!

I am new to motorrad and when I saw someone riding the AT in a video on "ghost town living" I was was super excited!! but, I couldnt find your channel. I am happy that the algorithm finally popped you up on my feed!

A wonderful comprehensive review of the AT! Honestly, this should be a a must see for anyone on the fence of the AT! Well done Amanda!

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Really high quality review my friend. What a sweet ride! Fingers crossed that honda does the right thing and let you continue your relationship with this Africa twin. Awesome work!

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you friends ☺️

Thank you I'm picking mine up tomorrow So excited 😊 Loved them forever ❤️

Your great, thanks for review. Got my ATAS DCT 2022 and now have to wait for 3 more month before snow melts so I can ride it. I'm looking at it every day in my garage

I hope you end up with that bike. It's a terrific addition to your stable and you have done a great job showing it off for Honda. I would be so nice if they decided you need to keep showing it. Good luck. 🐞

Thanks for this! Nice to hear a DCT review from someone who rides like I do, i.e. not SUPER AGGRESSIVE ENDURO. Regarding cold weather riding, I've really been a wuss this winter so far, but I did go for a New Year's Day ride up to that viewpoint west of Crown Point. I wore the right gear and I felt fine, but when I got home I ate three bowls of hot soup and slept for three hours. 😁 Best of luck in everything!

Can't wait to watch your opinion about new transalp 2023

Very good video Amanda! Thanks for sharing!

I have a standard Africa Twin... it's been a great bike and a little easier on the wallet as well as a few pounds lighter than the Adventure Sports. Especially if you find one lightly used with farkles already added. Nice review!

Have a Africa Twin. Love the dct. Saved me several times dirt riding last summer. Got a new seat cover with foam from seat concepts in Idaho and seat heater to install with it. Should be a great spring. Maybe see u on the road this summer as I'm in Spokane and not that far away. Happy trails

Really excellent review, and consistent with my experience on the adventure sports ES at about 10,000 miles as well.

Great vid. Thumbs up for linking the simulator, alone!

Very thoughtful and thorough review! Crazy 10k in four months! :o

..thanks so much for a nice review! safe travels!🙏

One of the best reviews on any bike that I’ve seen. What a happy contented lady thank you 😊

@AstheMagpieFlies

10 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Amazing bike, great review, and love your enthusiasm.

I did about 15k miles on my AT ES DCT this summer, too, and I have to agree that the seat is the worst part of the bike! Otherwise, it's amazing. Glad you liked it so much, and thanks for all the great content!

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@duemoto1683

Жыл бұрын

Have to agree about the seat, it's a block of wood after a few hours. I had a lambs wool cover made for mine and now its like a mobile sofa. DCT is definitely a learning curve and I spend most of my time in manual mode, particularly off road and still find myself instinctually grabbing for the clutch sometimes but dragging the rear is a workable solution. I've taken it to a lot of places that many owners may not, like rocky single track and sand dunes and it's has performed OK but you can certainly feel the weight in these conditions. At the end of the day it's a true Swiss Army knife and I love it.

@hair2050

Жыл бұрын

What do you think of the dct? Preferably to regular shifting?

Appreciate the tone and content of the review; well done!

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Thanks for sharing your opinion. Video production quality is great 👍

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I own 2019 AT DCT and am loving it. It took a while to get used to the seat height (inseam approx.31) and the DCT, I still occasionally grab for the clutch. Oh and I'm 70 years old Otto keep riding!

I've been waiting on the episode where you review the Africa Twin and here it is!! I've had my eye on this bike for a while. Sounds like you are in love with it. This was a really enjoyable review.

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

Awesome put together

The most comprehensive review of the Africa Twin I've seen.

That was a great video. You answered so many questions just by being honest and calling it the way you see it. I am an old man new rider. The height of the bike was intimidating to me. As you pointed out, a lot of advantages to a tall bike, ground clearance, riding comfort . I think I can. Wes

Watching you pick up the bike...RESPECT.

I think this is the best, most complete and concise bike test video I've ever seen of any bike, ever, on a very complex bike at that! Don't worry about brake pads, they're cheaper and easier to change than clutch plates, and it's all just friction material. It looks like you modified the parking brake lever for use while riding, as did I. I'm jealous of both your high kicks and your apparent ability to empty a six gallon tank before emptying your bladder.

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

I did not modify the parking brake lol And thanks ☺️👍

GREAT Honest review! Good points and bonus for Honda to get that pure honest feed back!

21000km on my 2020ATASes DCT and love it! Love it! Never expected to enjoy an 1100cc scooter so much. Dirt biker for life, manual muscle car owner, mountain sledded for decades, and truly enjoy this bike so much. Three of us have DCT Africa twins. Two are Baja racers! We multi-week tour sometimes with Pillions. Awesome bike for most everything but very tight single track. Only issue I had was tank magnesium weld flake, that I resolved with Guglatech Mazinga filter kit, to maintain fuel pump reliability. Cheers Magpie, from Canada 🇨🇦 :⁠-⁠)

Great Review! My wife and I just saw your video on you riding across America on your Honda 500. That was a fantastic video. BTW you just sold me on the bike! Hopefully, Honda will give you a good deal!

Love your honesty great review.

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

I love the Africa twin and its my dream bike too, I love how you connect with your machine and how everything matches up, I wish to be like you when I buy mine!

I bought the first one to hit Fresno California June of 17 I love my 2016 Africa twin DCT the transmission spoiled me but I've noticed the seat is a little firm for me too I watch all your videos and thank you very much for your content safe travels

I have the Rebel 1100 DCT and I love it, even though it's been a learning process and I'm still learning since I'm mostly just commuting and other local riding. Seems like most ppl just don't want to even give it a chance simply because it's different. Thanks for the review.

Thank you for the review. Im thinking about going to adventure bikes after 14 years of only +170hp sportbikes. This review just confirmed my thoughts on this bike. Best wishes from Helsinki, Finland 👍

Nice review! Your enthusiasm for the bike and your smile makes this a very enjoyable video to watch. I hope you can soon fulfill your dream of owning one for good! Safe riding and happy (belated) New Year from across the pond.

Thank you for the excellent review 🙂

Really excellent review. Thank you very much. 😊

I'm so happy you got to do that for the summer !! You definitely deserve it .

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

Love the review. The one thing that I really really could relate to. I had a bunch of bikes in the past 8 years when I got back into riding. Started with. Honda 250 L then a Husky 449 to adventure bikes with an KLR. I then upgraded to a 2015 BMW 800 GS. That was a great bike. From there I went to my 2017 AT. The biggest difference from the BMW to the AT was after 300 plus miles I was not as tired riding the AT as I was on the GS. They felt the same on the dirt but on the highway the AT was soooo much better

impressive job picking it up! Respect!

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

I've known about the Africa Twin, I've heard things about the Africa Twin for years, but as a owner of an XL600R, XR650L and an XR650R I've always viewed the Twin as a not really my kind of thing kind of a bike; too big. After watching this video I'm extremely impressed with the Twin, enough so to where I'm going to look into DCT because I am getting older and it's all about do what you can while you still can. Thanks for the 10,000 mile experience deep dive review it speaks massive volumes about the twin given the fact you road that far on a 2022 seven months ago. That is impressive.

Now I feel like a complete wimp. It's 45 here, and there's no way I'm going riding with the wind chill. Great video!

Thank you for the review, it was full of knowledge and very entertaining

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Been looking forward to this video review all year, and you did not disappoint 😄 a great thorough, full on and honest review that covers just about everything realistically important about the bike! Fingers crossed Honda let’s you keep the bike… the question is did you end up giving the bike a name over the year ? 😅

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

I've been very good at not giving it a proper name because I'm scared of how heart broken I would be when giving it back. (Who am I kidding I WILL be heartbroken if I have to give it back) BUT I did start referring to it affectionately as my Mama Cheetah 🤣🤣 just between Gary and I

Thanks for your really nice review

@AstheMagpieFlies

6 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thanks for a good review. I’m also Honda fan, even working for them in the 90s. In 2018 I went shopping for at AT and came home with a BMW R1200GS because back then the AT didn’t have cruise, something my arthritic right hand needs on long trips. Maybe next time. Thanks again.

Thanks for review... you go girl... I want one too. Great Job !.

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I love watching your videos

Great quality review!! 🤙

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! 👍

Amazing and calmed down honest review!!, and when it comes to all the tech stuff I would think you nailed it to the point everyone could follow. It was really cool to see that comparison between the different models, I got some new info there displayed very nice. Thx. I have the excact same bike as you just some different patterens in the stickers since mine is a 2020 ATAS ES DCT. Also your take on DCT was perfect and great for people who fear giving it a chance. I personally think Honda should let you keep this bike, the gain they have in having such a charismatic person like you giving this cool review, is worth a few ATAS's I would say. Rock on. Thanks for this review, I'm right about you with 11.000 miles since I got as new in August 2021. But thats 1.5 years ago not 4 months!!! damn. :) Dan, from Copenhagen, Denmark.

This was simply fabulous. Probably my most favorite Africa twin review / analysis / opinion video. And I've been seeing so many of late. However.. This one convinced me to book a test ride.. And by the looks and sound of it.. I think I am gonna end up buying the honda africa twin over the Bmw gs1250. Also.. The flow and presentation of data was so easy flowing thay I am now also a subscriber.. Can't wait to binge watch over the wkened.. And thank you for being you.

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@vspatmx7458

Жыл бұрын

@@AstheMagpieFlies Here is another idea.. How about a video of you going back to the 500x as and when u do And then discuss the pros and cons of the 500x after having lived off an Africa twin crf1100L

Great honest review.

Great video, thanks! I hope you get to ride and report on the Aprilia Tuareg .

I have a 22 ATAS ES DCT as well and just love the bike. I only got to put about 600 miles on it before the snow hit South Dakota....Waiting for it to melt on the roads and I'll be back riding it. I agree with everything you said. It is a fantastic bike and I look forward to all of your adventures on it...I think you'll have to buy one but maybe Honda will just let you have it:)

Thanks for your review and extreme test of the AT. You made it look easy. I’m deciding between my AT and my Goldwing. The AT surprisingly is a better seating position, even though like you I can’t flat foot it. It’s way lighter than the Goldwing though.

...I love this bike...no more words needed!

Hi Amanda from Quebec City! I have exchanged my CB500X 2015 last Friday to a demo AT Adventure DCT 2021. It’s amazing how this thing rides well on road. I’m planning to do a visit to the Baie de James (Hudson Bay area) this summer. This will be a 2000 miles drive over paved and unpaved roads. Thanks for sharing all your opinions over the bike you got last summer. I wish you an AT as soon as you can! 😊

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

That is awesome!

I just bought one and, I’m in love too! I rode it through the france pirenees and was awesome, it’s a really fantástico bike. Good Job btw.

I have been reviewing a lot of reviews on the African Twin sports for a few weeks now, and this was the most imformative. My conclusion for my application is for a standard transmission for a lot of slow speed maneuvers in off road conditions,

Well done a really great report of your encounters hope you get a deal on a bike

wow haha that simulator is amazing! Dont need it now, but would have been handy when I first got the bike

You could always get down on your knees and plead with Honda to gift the Twin, after all that was so close to a plead with the camera zoom during the video. I hope you get to keep the Twin, and bring it to Get On Fest again this year. You deserve to have the bike with your devotion to it. Thanks for getting me into camping and helping me select gear. See ya at Sturgis❗️❗️

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@feloniousmonk3049

Жыл бұрын

The demand is so great for this model, Honda will have no problem selling it used. Maybe they should offer her a finance package so she can afford to own one.

Thank you Amanda, very insightful video. I have test ridden the 1200 Tenere, to top heavy for me, you have answered some fundamental questions for me about this Honda ADV, some big adventures for me in Aus I think, 😊.

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

Great review Amanda! Your impressions are pretty much the same as mine even though mine is a couple years older. I wouldn't have chosen a DCT but I found a great deal on one in the used market and after just a few days riding, was totally comfortable. After a month, I've of the mind it's brilliant. Like you, I put it in S2 and it matches how I'd ride most of the time. The shifter paddles are used when I want a shift at a slight different time than DCT thinks is appropriate. Long distance, again spot on. Seat is kinda hard but I just stand more, even on asphalt. I'm a Seat Concepts fan boy for my dirt bikes, have them on all of them. Tried one on my V-Strom and was disappointed so I'm unlikely to try one on the AT. I hear the newer 1100 are much better than my 1000 but I don't think the difference is worth changing bikes for me. The extra fuel would be nice on long trips but I just stick a RotoPak on and that gives me the security I need to push the stock fuel tank a bit farther. Thanks for continuing the great content and hope your dreams of owning an AT come true at some point.... I'm already registered for RMR next year so I'll see you then!

Great video Amanda , get down to Honda America, I’m sure they could do you a great deal on that African Twin . Just treat yourself as life is too short & tomorrow is promised to know one hope your dream comes true .

Great review

Honda sure was great to let you use this. Now, I hope they give it to you! You are the best advertisement they have!

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

I hope so too!

Nice review. Maybe Honda will let you test the new Transalp 750. I'd be interested in your thoughts. Enjoy and safe travels.

I like your positive mood, thank you for sharing.

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

how I love such atmospheres! nice roads, maybe someday I'll run into them haha

A lot of good info well done

Loved your review!

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

How can you not like a Honda. Great video hope you get to keep it. Cheers to ya.

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

Great review. Thanks

@AstheMagpieFlies

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Cheers...great review.

@AstheMagpieFlies

5 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

I added the factory low seat to my ‘21 Africa Twin. Mine is the base model with manual transmission. I’m about 5’6” with a 28” inseam, so I needed the lower seat just to get the balls of my feet down. I mount my bike using the footpeg and stepping over. It’s not that big of a deal, as that is how I mount most of the bikes I have ever had. Short people problems. I knew you would love the AT. I absolutely love mine. I hope you end up getting it for yourself 😎

@NotNowCato1254

Жыл бұрын

Glad to read this from a fellow shorty! I absolutely refuse to allow my stature to stop me owning the motorcycle I want. Just accept the higher chance of a stationary drop with a slip or foot in a hole scenario. Big deal. 👍

I have the 2022 H. Africa Twin ES DCT and absolutely love it! The performance of this bike is just totally amazing. I am 6ft 1 with back problems but when I'm riding this bike, I'm not bend over but sitting upright in a comfortable position. And yes, I do agree that sometimes my android gets knock so I would have to stop and reprogram it but other than that this bike runs like a champion especially on the Hwys and long distances. I added a comfortable gel seat cushion for comfortability, and it works great. Overall, I could not imagine riding any other bike but my A.T. period.

@monunyabidness5949

Жыл бұрын

5'9" here, And I can echo your statement completely. I ride a 2018 At DCT. The ergos are perfect, the ride just plush enough to absorb most of the ruts, dips and objects on the road. My bad back (new 2 discs in L4 and L5) rarely has a complaint about the ride.

@markvaughn8096

Жыл бұрын

Hey D you mentioned a Gel Seat Cushion... Did you replace the stock seat with this or is this one you put on the top of the seat??? Im considering lowering the bike and then replacing the seat with something more comfortable......... THANKS!!!

Glad the AT exceeded your expectations, I hope that Honda surprise you and let you keep the bike ✌

Hello Beautiful motorcyclist😊What a Great Review👍.. I like to say as the bike moves you, You move the bike.. It was very evident of your demeanor, and Smiles that this bike did just that… Cheers to you always. Be safe out there, and keep that Rubber Side Up👍👍

@AstheMagpieFlies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much

Amazing video. I am a bit closer to making it my bike too .. thanks a lot and keep posting ❤

enjoy your ride.. i am still dreaming of her..

I've been looking for a bike for me as a taller rider (6'4). Most people recommend this exact bike as my first. I have experience with MaxiScooters for a few years but this video is awesome in it's detail. Im about convinced to go ahead and get this!