I actually have that exact bike. Love it, I have learned to ride with much higher gears and it makes even more sense. Coming from a 4-cyl that is a bit of a process to re-learn. 🙂 mine was equipped with the quickshifter, it is great when passing cars for example. 👍 mounted a puig touring-screen.
I bought an adventure sports a couple of months ago and love it. Yes difficult to move by hand but great out on the road and dirty lanes. Over 3000 miles on the clock already around North and Mid Wales, much of that 2 up and loaded. Very pleased with it.
Yeah it's very much a personal choice thing. The adventure sport is a fantastic bike too, unreal machine. Just for myself I'd always rather the lighter bike :) Hope it serves you well for a long time! :)
Great honest review, I’m debating on this and the KTM 1290 R, I’m glad you give us your stats as I was worried because I’m 6,2 17 st and you looked completely comfortable with great ergonomics. Thanks mate 👍🏻
Thanks! Oh the 1290 R is a different beast altogether! :) Oh you'd fit just fine then! After trying one recently the only thing I'd change is I'd get the taller seat, otherwise it was lovely, but I think you'd be perfect with the standard :) Thanks for watching! :)
Perfect color, all matte black and the design is mad! I want one too 😂 if only I wasn't poor, I only have the honda XR 150L and I am 5'8" I think this africa twin will rock my world and best for our roads here, bumpy and all. Ride safe!
I still want one, I made this video ages ago and I still look at them the whole time thinking "that'd be a lovely bike". Ah yes, the poverty, it does suck :D Yes indeed all the modern ADV bikes are almost designed perfectly for Ireland and other places with a mix of crap and good roads :) You too!
Just picked up this exact color way and model (2020 model). Had just 4K miles on it from its previous owner. This is my first ADV and so far loving it. Coming from a super sport (Daytona 675R) - this is a big departure. A bit intimidating for sure but I guess there is a learning curve. Overall happy. Thank for the detailed review!
Very nice!! Congrats! That's brand new :D Yeah they're a lot different to a sportsbike but still plenty fast enough once you're used to it :) Best of luck with it and thanks for watching :)
Man, you're a blessing. Just found your channel, I'm similar height. I'm looking for a suitable candidate to replace my xl700v. These reviews are invaluable. Thanks!
Haha my mother would disagree but thanks :P I'm glad my original intent of these videos is still proving useful years after I made them, I very much appreciate the comment, so thank you!
Haha, "this bike is definitely for me". I rode that exact model yesterday when Honda lent me one for the day whilst they were replacing my tyres on my CB500X... I was thinking the exact same thing at the end of the day! It was amazing to ride, an absolute beast!
Ohhhh now you may have an issue, how tempted were you to trade in your bike and keep it :D If I knew I'd be here for the next few years I think I would have bought it :D
@@TheGorillaBiker pretty tempted! It was such a nice bike to ride. Probably way more of a capable bike that I'll ever need... I've only had my CB500X a few months, but I reckon after a couple of years I'll be changing up to one of these for sure!
@@SebDJ Ah fair if you havent had the other bike long you have to stick with it a bit I suppose eh :P Otherwise someone will be giving out :) Yeah in a few years I'd love one myself. Such a nice bike
Purely down to one I want being available in my budget that I liked when I was changing...plus I like sportyish bikes buuuut now I have the GSXR one will definitely happen :)
So you'd prefer it over the 1200GSA? Inntteresting. Most I've spoken to still swear by the GSA if they've had both. I still wish I'd had the cash to buy it tbh.
@@TheGorillaBiker the GSA was a beautiful awesome bike but WAY too heavy and sorta top heavy for me..if I dropped it I'd be done...for me the Adventure Sport is my personal choice..5 times I've driven MI to Anchorage...not on AT but I plan on it
Yeah that's fair, it's a chonk of a bike when it's loaded up with fuel in particular. Ah nice, that'll be a very nice trip!! That's the one small issue with Ireland is any decent length trip is a few water crossings!
A Gorilla sized bike. Great review. I agree with you about torque over horsepower. Both my FJR and my GSX FA redline at 9k but both bikes have torque low down and are rocket ships. As far as competition I would say the Super Tenere. However owning a v- strom for gravel roads or very light off road I wouldn't change the strom. Thousands cheaper . admittedly not as well speced but a bulletproof bike. Stay well👍
Haha indeed, fit me very well! Thanks :) Yep, on the road torque is far more important as it's not like you can go 200mph everywhere anyway. I didn't count the Super Tenere as it's being discontinued and hasn't been updated in quite a while, hopefully they'll replace it with something competitive :) A new strom is about the same here I think, that'd be a worthy opponent for this too :)
I rode an Africa Twin for the first time last weekend, but it must have been an older one because the display looked like an 80's Texas Instruments calculator and the switchgear looked like it was off an old tractor. All the controls look SOOOO much better on the one you rode here! I love how it rode though, very fun bike.
Ah yes the older stuff was very very utilitarian, the new one is really nice I think :) If you liked the old one I think you'd really like this one. I wouldn't have bought the previous gen I don't think but I'd buy this! :)
I’m so glad that I found your channel! I’m 3:21 minutes into the video and writing this comment. I’m nearly 6,9’ and interested in buying a AT butt I couldn’t find anybody on TH-cam that is nearly my height! So…. I’m looking forward for your test of the AT! 😀
Haha I am too 😂 Hopefully you found it helpful! I do only have a 35 inch inseam so I have shortish legs for my height just in case you've super long ones!
Great review. I have same one and love it. TOUR mode is actually Max Power btw. Honda logic is that more lights is more intervention to make life easy. Couldn’t agree more about the Adv Sports. I get 370-420k out of the 18.8L tank. Why carry all that weight around 100% of the time when you may need the extra range 3% of the time ... just throw on a 5L fuel bladder on the rare occasion you need it.
Thanks! :) Yeah I figured that out afterwards, no wonder I was having such a good time going around in tour :D Exactly, like if you were going on a proper mad adventure you'd have to carry extra fuel anyway, and the likes of itchy boots has gone some distance with a teensy tank so I really don't see the need personally.
I have ridden the last model (CRF1000L)... and I almost bought it. I was waiting to pick up a second-hand bike for a little less cash... but then I ended up finding a CBF1000fa. I am tempted to still buy one, but am more tempted to just move to a newer 'Wing
This kind of bikes are actually very reasonable for many people, they have good ergonomics and handle great especially on bad roads. It's not a surprise they sell well. I wouldn't mind having one... if I had enough space. As of competitors there are plenty. The BMW R1250GS is the king of the category and the reference to beat, yes it's bigger and heavier and uglier but has a more torquey engine and loads of tech.
Exactly, they really suit Ireland very very well too due to our...ehh....interesting road systems in places :D Space and money is my issue :D The GS is great, but much pricier and heavier which does make a big difference to me. The tech I'm not pushed on, this had the right amount for me. I'd buy one of these all day over a GS for Ireland, if I was touring Europe a lot I'd get a GS.
Fantastic review dude really want one now 🙂 any chance you could get to review the triumph explorer be an interesting comparison 👍 keep up the great content 👍
This bike is gorgeous, my personal dream bike, although my favourite is the traditional red-blue-white. The only problem, me being 1.71, Honda should provide me with an extra little ladder to climb to it :(
The HRC colours are lovely too but I think they only come on the Adventure Sports model! Yeah it is a tall bike in fairness, that said low seat height and some practice and you'd likely be fine! Just get the engine bars in case it goes for a sleep :D
I hadn't seen the black Africa Twin. It's kind of stunning. It's a hard toss up between the white and this but really I think we both know the black wins. :)
@@TheGorillaBiker The 4th of July paint scheme and Arai do a matching Tour x4 with honda fanboy logos. ha. the greyish one is nice too. Prob have this Matt black one too tho. My ibt instructor has one( Adv Sport ), set up for rallyraids, very bling. was suppose to do one in Greece b4 Rona. My Guzzi Stelvio has an 18lt tank, Plenty range unless blazing a motorway. Youre right TGB adventure bikes are perfect for Irish backroads, Stelvio is like a cloud, big fat adjustable long travel KYB's. My 1100 monster S on racey ohlins, is way more bumpy and prefers smoother tarmac(still mad craic tho).
@@explorationmoss1015 @Ler9 Gert is that the HRC colours? Haha it'd be nice to have matching gear in fairness :) The matt black is lovely, it's more stain up close but it looks excellent :) Ah nice, rally raid spec is always class to be fair! Exactly 18lt will get you almost anywhere unless you're crossing the world. Or maybe America. The Stelvio is another bike I'd love to try, beautiful machine :) Haha those monsters are brilliant machines but yeah smooth tarmac all the way 😂
@@TheGorillaBiker HRC aye . Mon' down to Kerry some nice day over Summer, take her for a rip. Awesome bike, engine is sweet , torque lush and comfort wise rivals any bike. Rode it for 12hrs one day last Summer and was nearly grand after. Guzzi vtwins growl, also esp Euro3 before they were smothered. awol in short term though , shes in for work :( . Nice GPR slip on to go on it too when back.
If that's as dripping in sarcasm as it seems well done on getting sarcasm across in text 😂 If not then thanks, glad you liked the video! I have not gotten one no, sadly I can't afford one, I'd still have one tomorrow with the tall seat if I could :(
@@TheGorillaBiker No buddy , no sarcasm, thats the Irish in you lol , Irish struggle to give complements lol 😆 I worked with them all my life , especially Dubliners lol 😆 Why is that ?? 😂😂 No , good video 👏👏👍, I've just bought one , believe it or not its my first bike 😳😂😂 I had a 50cc in the 80s , I know , mid life crisis 🙃 I'm not a speed freak , I got all that out of my system with cars , so just going to take it easy . Cheers anyway pal
I own a 2016, its great. I think I'll hold onto it for a while since its fully kitted out. That being said, I'm getting another africa twin when I upgrade and the standard version is what I want.
@@TheGorillaBiker I'm already at 62k, have the maintenence on schedule but the valves haven't needed adjustment since its initial run in. Keeping the oil fresh every 4-5k miles has helped immensely i think. Biggest woes on the 2016 were the forks which got swapped out to the 2019 ATAS fork bodies but other than that has been a great bike!
Being a big guy, I feel I should like this bike. Perhaps its the matt paint?? Nice review, you obviously love it but not for me, I like the XR way more. Nice new camera. look after those lenses on that 360.
Maybe. Paint is very subjective. Have you ridden one? You should try one if you can :) The XR is an amazing bike. But I feel I'd get myself in to trouble on it and for the cost difference is have this for a daily. There's a caveat tho. That's with my current stable. No gsxr? I'd have the XR :) I got the lens caps before I ever used it :)
THATS A GREAT ROAD TO RATHGORMACK IN CO WATERFORD ..... MANY A REV COUNTER WAS REDLINED ON THAT STRETCH OF STRAIGH ROAD 😉🤗 !!!! SADLY THE ROAD DOWN TO KILSHELIN IS POOR SURFACE WISE ....BUT STILL FUN TO HUG THE HEDGES ! 😁⚠️
Well I gotta say when ya picking it up from the shop it's a great lookin bike especially in that color scheme I foresee a trade in comin soon . If ya got long legs it's a good all rounder for sure I don't like to many gismo's I reckon they are just a distraction but that's just me and I have never ridden anything with this stuff on it so maybe I should try something with the bells and whistles first I guess . Look forward ta see the other version and what ya think of that too cheers : )
Haha I can't afford it sadly, I wish I could :D SO I'm afraid your foresight has failed you this time at least :D The gizmos aren't bad actually, I find some bikes too busy but you can ignore these ones most of the time which is good. Slap it in Tour mode and ride on :) Do give something a try, no harm :) Thanks Malcolm!
I would consider that fairly tall too in fairness, good to hear the low seat height does help, one thing that does bother me is that it isn't a free factory option, you shouldn't have to take the standard seat then swap!
I had the crf1000l dct great bike when I could be bothered to get it out . Had a cb500x before that and did 4000 miles in 6 months only did 2000 miles in 2 years on the AT I’m now looking for a good cbf1000 more of an all occasions motorcycle that will get used .
What stopped you getting it out more? A smaller lighter bike is definitely easier to just hop out on tho which I imagine the 500 was like that. The CBF1000 is a brilliant all rounder but if the AT put you off due to getting it out of the shed or whatever the CBF is still hefty enough :) Whatever you do go for best of luck with it! :)
I test rode the first model of these 'new' Africa twins and really liked it, the reports about the spokes corroding put me off a bit, spokes and chain drive adds up to a lot of cleaning, think there's a new sports tourer type in the pipeline at Honda with this same engine, NT1100. if they make it with cast wheels and shaft drive could be a massive seller for them.
Ive read that was sorted, but yeah it's a risk with them definitely! I'd actually love to have 50/50s on them and explore a little 😁 So spokes and such are ok! Yeah I've heard of the possibility of an NT1100, that'd be a superior road touring machine for certain. But the whole go on the odd trail does appeal to me a bit :) Defintely tho that engine in a nice road tourer would be badass
As a 6ft 5 beefy Irish man who constantly wonders if he will fit on a bike, your videos are gold to me 😂 currently have a triumph tiger 800 xc. Would you recommend I consider the africa twin for my next bike?
Haha that's honestly the reason I got in to doing reviews in the first place, not many out there who do reviews for the larger among us!! Absolutely. The africa twin was class and if I wasn't a financial failure in life I'd happily have one myself :)
I love those bikes, but with standard to low height... Makes me think in all those moments that you get in an odd position. The T7 is the one that I most like in mother of being quite basic with the electronics and capabilities, but I'm use to the power of the Mt09... That virtue of getting the front light on acceleration on the Africa sold me XD.
Standard was actually fine for me tbh :) High seat would be a bonus :) An odd position for which? :) The T7 when it came out I really nearly bought one on finance, I reaaaallly like them, but now I think I'd go for this model Africa Twin, fits me well and I think it'd be better for me size wise :) The MT09 is an animal, I also reaaaaaaaaaaaaaaallly like the new SP of those :) Haha every time man, it's mad to lift the front, doesn't actually lift but feels like it wants to :D
@@TheGorillaBiker The new MT09, didn't like it, but new frame, bigger engine, slipper clutch from factory, realy nice. Tbh, the tracer 900 would be my ideal bike for the motorway to Dublin if I go back to the office, but I like that the T7, Africa Twin won't suffer much in easy gravel when in travel. The odd position I mean, me being a leprechaun and stopping in uneven terrain and forgetting that one side is lower or things like that.
I don't think it looks as nice but I like everything else :) Tracer 900 would be lovely too, great engine and a lovely sound out of them :) I think if it was down to a Tracer or whatever I'd go for a T7 or The Africa Twin tho. The Africa twin standard is so light, I couldn't believe it really. :) So should be fine in the gravel yeah :) Especially with good tyres. Ahhhhh I getcha :) Yes, even with the low seat height I think the Twin would still feel very tall, the T7 is a nice bit shorter feeling.
It'd be fine on the freeway, however if you want something that is primarily for commuting and you don't do much other riding I'd recommend having a look at the nc750x or a similar bike :)
Ok...a weird comparison...offroad capabilities and modern features aside, how do you like the ride, engine power, handling etc compared to your CBF1000? I need to know if it would be a step up from my CBF1000fa (second gen) or of i would be missing the 'fun' of my bike...
It's honestly very hard to say. I don't think you'd miss any of the fun reaaaallly depending on your riding style. If you go very fast on open roads, maybe. The CBF is certainly a sportier bike. But the twin is punchy and just as fun on the road within relatively sensible limits..it honestly depends on your main use for the bikes really I suppose. The twin handles extremely well too. Even on knobbies.
@@TheGorillaBiker good to know. As I mentioned, I did ride it and liked it...just wanted a second opinion from someone with similar bikes, tastes (and weights!)
Hiya just revisiting your reviews I find them invaluable thank you .... im a big lad 6ft 4 20 stone so we could be brothers :) sold my vstrom recently and on the hunt for a big bike torn between KTM 1050 , Africa Twin 2017 model or Tiger 1050 sport 2013 model ..... Ive tested them all but can't make my mind up .... the KTM was the nicest but reliability electrics wise a worry .... which one would you sway towards ...any help greatly appreciated ...... keep up the great work and fabulous videos :)
Not sure how I missed this comment when it happened sorry!! Glad you like them man thank you a lot! Haha definitely in the sense of finding a bike that fits slightly eh :D Personally I've ridden the Twin and a Tiger 1050 previously. Can't go wrong with either! Never had the chance to personally ride the KTM but know a few fellas who own them, savage bikes, but if you want reliable go for the Honda :) The 1050s can have a few issues too, nothing major, same as the KTMs really but out and out no worrying, the Twin. The only thing youve to watch on the is the spokes on the wheels corroding!
@@TheGorillaBiker Actually just got a explorer 2012 absolute beauty of a machine fits me perfectly...bit heavy to move around but weight not noticeable once airborne ☺️ keep up the great videos and stay safe 👍
In fact for me the colour is the weak point. It looks black. It looks boring. Africa Twins have always had red, white and blue schemes in my memory. Yes as you say It does seem to be a great do anything machine. What more could you wish for in the real world. A good review. Thorough and grounded in real time experience. I need a bike with that spec here.
That's fair, I do like the HRC colours but I think it's just the fact I've seen so many of them is what puts me off, white wouldn't be my favourite either I prefer darker colours with flashes of gold or orange :) That's it really, it'd be a perfect bike for me really, the S1000XR is amazing but realistically too fast for every day use for me :) Thanks! I'm glad they come across like that, I really try to make it make sense for as if you'd just sat up on one yourself. Are they not available there?
I wasn't madly impressed with the last one, still liked it but found it a little bit neutral. I really like this one, especially the normal model cus it's so light and feels so small! The Tigers are class too to be fair.
It depends on a few things, no.1 are you a headcase? If yes, then no it's probably a bit too powerful. No.2, it's veeeery expensive as a first bike imo. Now if you can afford it then go for it. Just be prepared that as a 1st bike its a lot more likely to get dropped as you park it etc, so are you ok with that bill/damage as well. But it's not crazy powerful as a 1st bike. It has plenty of torque though and would bite you if you went in a bit hamfisted. Basically there's no perfect first bike for anyone imo. If you don't feel comfortable on smaller bikes and are happy with the 2 above things then I'd personally say go for it for what it's worth! Just take it handy!! :)
Love mine! (until i have to pick it up in soft sand - its gonna lay there tonight till i get my truck to it to pull it up with a ratchet strap. don't ask about if my pulled shoulder is killing me or not).
Oh dear :D I can't imagine any bike that weight over 140kg is fun to pick up in soft sand! Hope the recovery goes well, both the bike and the shoulder :D
@@TheGorillaBiker : Fyi, used truck with rope through a rung in rack and through handlebar mount. tried pulling , only slid in sand. could have pounded stakes in the sand to stop it from sliding. anded up calling a friend to help lift her. Will have to rig up a tool to just get the bike to 45 degrees, then can get her from there. Note: If you have a bad shoulder or back, don't risk making them worse, just call a friend and buy the person a meal or beer. Much smarter.
I really hope they will, in a video I made on the Pan that was my main takeaway from it, that it's a great engine that finds it's way in to a bike I'd want :)
That's fair, the switches are definitely a lot more busy than the previous model but I found this one a lot nicer on the road, I'd Def have this one if I could afford it :)
Pretty much! As far as I remember it's tuning and different camshaft profiles to this engine in the Rebel though. So same engine mostly :) And now I want a Rebel 1100 more :D
@@TheGorillaBiker same here and with review videos I've seen lot saying the 1100 could be for beginner if a newbie could keep it in rain mode for around 6 months to get used to it
Rain mode would help a lot to deaden down the inputs 100%. Basically control a twitchy wrist for you :) So that makes sense. I wish I could get one to review
@@TheGorillaBiker I wish I could get one to own lol and don't banish me from the channel for saying but I would be strongly tempted to go with the DCT model I know blasphemy
Oh thanks.. and what in your experience on this with a vstrom 650/1000 maybe? I was looking to buy an ADV so your recommendation would be SUPERB also Btw I'm so interested in your motorcycle journey. Us tall guys must stick out with each other... So you gotta sub today from me.. :)
Well I recently actually bought a 2015 Vstrom 1000 and absolutely love it, with the OEM tall seat it's the most comfortable bike I've ever ridden long distance for me. I ride 99% on road though, that recommendation might be different if I was doing a lot of off roading. Thnaks!! :) It's why I did the reviews!
Occasionally I enter competitions on Giveaway Guys to win a motorbike but I have to really like the bike. The last one was a Ducati Scrambler. The next one is this bike in the same colour.
I'd love a Scrambler.....that's a bike I'd happily buy with kidney money!! Oh are you entering it? If you do best of luck :) I'm always afraid I'd get addicted to entering those!
Why is all your text in bold? I'd personally buy the Africa twin but that's because I like them, I haven't ridden the new r1250gs so I can't compare really sorry
@@TheGorillaBiker I’m in a rut with videos. Got some changes coming. Been really busy with doctors, MRI, gigs, work, bowls..etc. I’m not sure about knobby tyres on the road.
I clearly state in the video I borrowed it from freeman motorcycles to do a review. I do reviews because I enjoy them and am interested in the bike. Also everyone who makes TH-cam videos makes videos to get views.
I don't think it's a coincidence that they came out with a larger displacement adventure bike around the time that Harley has brought a new audience attention to adventure bikes. Great price in company to their competitors. In all reality, most big adventure bikes are in reality light touring bikes but I guess the term "adventure" is more marketable. I discovered that after buying my Tiger years ago that finding trails to ride larger adventure bikes was difficult, most off road parks were full of UTVs and kids on motocross bikes doing 80 on single tracks.
I think the driver was most like the GS getting the variable cam timing and the 1250 displacement! Harley are probably targeting that and the 1290 super adventure too. The Africa Twin is kind of between classes to me :) They were lacking that little bit of go and seem to have resolved that. Yep, 100% agree, most of them never see so much as a rough dirt road let alone a dirt track :) Haha yeah trails are almost always better tackled by mid size and lower off-road biased bikes!
No idea as I wasn't in any busy traffic. Doesn't really exist down that part of the country. That said I can't imagine it'd been anything other than lovely once you were tall enough to at least single flat foot it.
Ah you'd be fine height wise! I actually also rode the DCT! Here you go! th-cam.com/video/UXeeWcU_LEg/w-d-xo.html It rides lovely and the DCT is very smooth!
Would you get an Africa Twin? I wish I hadn't have ridden it :D What do you see as it's biggest direct competitor?
I actually have that exact bike. Love it, I have learned to ride with much higher gears and it makes even more sense. Coming from a 4-cyl that is a bit of a process to re-learn. 🙂 mine was equipped with the quickshifter, it is great when passing cars for example. 👍 mounted a puig touring-screen.
I'm going to look on Monday and thinking of trading my cbr650r in
@@TheFlemmo123 class. The only thing I honestly would change if I bought one would be a quickshifter :) Best of luck with it!
@@andyh9068 That'd be a big change! I know which I'd take :)
@@TheGorillaBiker deposit placed on a crf1100l adventure sports. Can't wait to pick it up on wednesday
You and Mr. Fish have sold me on it. “Would I buy this bike? You’re Damn right I’d buy this bike! 100%!”
Do iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiit. And then let me know so I can be jealous :D
I bought an adventure sports a couple of months ago and love it. Yes difficult to move by hand but great out on the road and dirty lanes. Over 3000 miles on the clock already around North and Mid Wales, much of that 2 up and loaded. Very pleased with it.
Yeah it's very much a personal choice thing. The adventure sport is a fantastic bike too, unreal machine. Just for myself I'd always rather the lighter bike :) Hope it serves you well for a long time! :)
Great honest review, I’m debating on this and the KTM 1290 R, I’m glad you give us your stats as I was worried because I’m 6,2 17 st and you looked completely comfortable with great ergonomics. Thanks mate 👍🏻
Thanks! Oh the 1290 R is a different beast altogether! :)
Oh you'd fit just fine then! After trying one recently the only thing I'd change is I'd get the taller seat, otherwise it was lovely, but I think you'd be perfect with the standard :) Thanks for watching! :)
Ktms are for fixing Honda's are for riding
Yes sir, I wouldn’t mind having one. Very versatile bike mate.
I can honestly see it being a bike I own in the future, not too big and still super versatile like you said :)
Perfect color, all matte black and the design is mad! I want one too 😂 if only I wasn't poor, I only have the honda XR 150L and I am 5'8" I think this africa twin will rock my world and best for our roads here, bumpy and all. Ride safe!
I still want one, I made this video ages ago and I still look at them the whole time thinking "that'd be a lovely bike". Ah yes, the poverty, it does suck :D Yes indeed all the modern ADV bikes are almost designed perfectly for Ireland and other places with a mix of crap and good roads :) You too!
Just picked up this exact color way and model (2020 model). Had just 4K miles on it from its previous owner. This is my first ADV and so far loving it. Coming from a super sport (Daytona 675R) - this is a big departure. A bit intimidating for sure but I guess there is a learning curve. Overall happy. Thank for the detailed review!
Very nice!! Congrats! That's brand new :D Yeah they're a lot different to a sportsbike but still plenty fast enough once you're used to it :) Best of luck with it and thanks for watching :)
Man, you're a blessing. Just found your channel, I'm similar height. I'm looking for a suitable candidate to replace my xl700v. These reviews are invaluable. Thanks!
Haha my mother would disagree but thanks :P I'm glad my original intent of these videos is still proving useful years after I made them, I very much appreciate the comment, so thank you!
Haha, "this bike is definitely for me". I rode that exact model yesterday when Honda lent me one for the day whilst they were replacing my tyres on my CB500X... I was thinking the exact same thing at the end of the day! It was amazing to ride, an absolute beast!
Ohhhh now you may have an issue, how tempted were you to trade in your bike and keep it :D If I knew I'd be here for the next few years I think I would have bought it :D
@@TheGorillaBiker pretty tempted! It was such a nice bike to ride. Probably way more of a capable bike that I'll ever need... I've only had my CB500X a few months, but I reckon after a couple of years I'll be changing up to one of these for sure!
@@SebDJ Ah fair if you havent had the other bike long you have to stick with it a bit I suppose eh :P Otherwise someone will be giving out :) Yeah in a few years I'd love one myself. Such a nice bike
Great review. I’m One month into ownership of an AT same as reviewed. Awesome bike.
Thanks!! Ah nice :) Congrats and best of luck with it :)
Very surprised a lad your height hasn't already got a bike like this. Good job👍
Purely down to one I want being available in my budget that I liked when I was changing...plus I like sportyish bikes buuuut now I have the GSXR one will definitely happen :)
I own a 2017 AT Adventure Sport...I've owned alotta bikes in my time, before this a BMW G1200GSA...I love this bike every time I get on it
So you'd prefer it over the 1200GSA? Inntteresting. Most I've spoken to still swear by the GSA if they've had both. I still wish I'd had the cash to buy it tbh.
@@TheGorillaBiker the GSA was a beautiful awesome bike but WAY too heavy and sorta top heavy for me..if I dropped it I'd be done...for me the Adventure Sport is my personal choice..5 times I've driven MI to Anchorage...not on AT but I plan on it
Yeah that's fair, it's a chonk of a bike when it's loaded up with fuel in particular.
Ah nice, that'll be a very nice trip!! That's the one small issue with Ireland is any decent length trip is a few water crossings!
Subscribed...love your genuine enthusiasm with the bikes!
Haha thanks! Welcome to the channel! Sorry for the slow reply, I was moving country.
A Gorilla sized bike. Great review. I agree with you about torque over horsepower. Both my FJR and my GSX FA redline at 9k but both bikes have torque low down and are rocket ships. As far as competition I would say the Super Tenere. However owning a v- strom for gravel roads or very light off road I wouldn't change the strom. Thousands cheaper . admittedly not as well speced but a bulletproof bike. Stay well👍
Haha indeed, fit me very well! Thanks :) Yep, on the road torque is far more important as it's not like you can go 200mph everywhere anyway.
I didn't count the Super Tenere as it's being discontinued and hasn't been updated in quite a while, hopefully they'll replace it with something competitive :) A new strom is about the same here I think, that'd be a worthy opponent for this too :)
Excellent review. I ride a GS (but I'm not a bad person - honest!) and have seriously considered an AT. I enjoyed your take on it 👍
Thanks!! :) Haha I believe you, I've met some nice GS amigos :D They're a class bike, I really like how light they feel and narrow :)
I rode an Africa Twin for the first time last weekend, but it must have been an older one because the display looked like an 80's Texas Instruments calculator and the switchgear looked like it was off an old tractor. All the controls look SOOOO much better on the one you rode here! I love how it rode though, very fun bike.
Ah yes the older stuff was very very utilitarian, the new one is really nice I think :) If you liked the old one I think you'd really like this one. I wouldn't have bought the previous gen I don't think but I'd buy this! :)
I’m so glad that I found your channel! I’m 3:21 minutes into the video and writing this comment. I’m nearly 6,9’ and interested in buying a AT butt I couldn’t find anybody on TH-cam that is nearly my height!
So…. I’m looking forward for your test of the AT! 😀
Haha I am too 😂 Hopefully you found it helpful! I do only have a 35 inch inseam so I have shortish legs for my height just in case you've super long ones!
The blacks with red accents make it look like something a Storm Trooper or Dark Vader would ride. Molto sinestro! :)
Maybe that's why I like it so much :D It would make a fine bike for Darth Gorillus :)
Great review. I have same one and love it. TOUR mode is actually Max Power btw. Honda logic is that more lights is more intervention to make life easy. Couldn’t agree more about the Adv Sports. I get 370-420k out of the 18.8L tank. Why carry all that weight around 100% of the time when you may need the extra range 3% of the time ... just throw on a 5L fuel bladder on the rare occasion you need it.
Thanks! :) Yeah I figured that out afterwards, no wonder I was having such a good time going around in tour :D Exactly, like if you were going on a proper mad adventure you'd have to carry extra fuel anyway, and the likes of itchy boots has gone some distance with a teensy tank so I really don't see the need personally.
I have ridden the last model (CRF1000L)... and I almost bought it. I was waiting to pick up a second-hand bike for a little less cash... but then I ended up finding a CBF1000fa. I am tempted to still buy one, but am more tempted to just move to a newer 'Wing
The CBF is a great second in fairness for the price of them. A Goldwing? I'd love to try a newer one for a spin!
This kind of bikes are actually very reasonable for many people, they have good ergonomics and handle great especially on bad roads. It's not a surprise they sell well.
I wouldn't mind having one... if I had enough space.
As of competitors there are plenty. The BMW R1250GS is the king of the category and the reference to beat, yes it's bigger and heavier and uglier but has a more torquey engine and loads of tech.
Exactly, they really suit Ireland very very well too due to our...ehh....interesting road systems in places :D
Space and money is my issue :D
The GS is great, but much pricier and heavier which does make a big difference to me. The tech I'm not pushed on, this had the right amount for me. I'd buy one of these all day over a GS for Ireland, if I was touring Europe a lot I'd get a GS.
BMW....lol they are absolute garbage
Fantastic review dude really want one now 🙂 any chance you could get to review the triumph explorer be an interesting comparison 👍 keep up the great content 👍
Haha me too 😂 I have a problem I know.
I may be working on doing exactly that soon, hold that thought! :) Thanks! I'll try :)
This bike is gorgeous, my personal dream bike, although my favourite is the traditional red-blue-white. The only problem, me being 1.71, Honda should provide me with an extra little ladder to climb to it :(
The HRC colours are lovely too but I think they only come on the Adventure Sports model! Yeah it is a tall bike in fairness, that said low seat height and some practice and you'd likely be fine! Just get the engine bars in case it goes for a sleep :D
@@TheGorillaBiker the tricolor is now available on 2021 standard models 👍🏻
I like that carbon gray look, same color I had on my Versys but with green instead of red.
It's a timeless colour I think, subtle but not boring when it has the accents, I'd say it looked nicer with green tho.....but I prefer green anyway :D
I hadn't seen the black Africa Twin. It's kind of stunning. It's a hard toss up between the white and this but really I think we both know the black wins. :)
I reaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaallly like the black. Honestly if I had the cash I'd have the CBF traded against one tomorrow.
@@TheGorillaBiker The 4th of July paint scheme and Arai do a matching Tour x4 with honda fanboy logos. ha. the greyish one is nice too. Prob have this Matt black one too tho. My ibt instructor has one( Adv Sport ), set up for rallyraids, very bling. was suppose to do one in Greece b4 Rona. My Guzzi Stelvio has an 18lt tank, Plenty range unless blazing a motorway. Youre right TGB adventure bikes are perfect for Irish backroads, Stelvio is like a cloud, big fat adjustable long travel KYB's. My 1100 monster S on racey ohlins, is way more bumpy and prefers smoother tarmac(still mad craic tho).
@@explorationmoss1015 @Ler9 Gert is that the HRC colours? Haha it'd be nice to have matching gear in fairness :) The matt black is lovely, it's more stain up close but it looks excellent :) Ah nice, rally raid spec is always class to be fair! Exactly 18lt will get you almost anywhere unless you're crossing the world. Or maybe America. The Stelvio is another bike I'd love to try, beautiful machine :) Haha those monsters are brilliant machines but yeah smooth tarmac all the way 😂
@@TheGorillaBiker HRC aye . Mon' down to Kerry some nice day over Summer, take her for a rip. Awesome bike, engine is sweet , torque lush and comfort wise rivals any bike. Rode it for 12hrs one day last Summer and was nearly grand after. Guzzi vtwins growl, also esp Euro3 before they were smothered. awol in short term though , shes in for work :( . Nice GPR slip on to go on it too when back.
VERY good video , very genuine sounding chap with honest views and clearly NO AGENDA , outstanding ;)
would like to know if you ever get one pal ?
If that's as dripping in sarcasm as it seems well done on getting sarcasm across in text 😂 If not then thanks, glad you liked the video!
I have not gotten one no, sadly I can't afford one, I'd still have one tomorrow with the tall seat if I could :(
@@TheGorillaBiker
No buddy , no sarcasm, thats the Irish in you lol , Irish struggle to give complements lol 😆
I worked with them all my life , especially Dubliners lol 😆
Why is that ??
😂😂
No , good video 👏👏👍, I've just bought one , believe it or not its my first bike 😳😂😂
I had a 50cc in the 80s , I know , mid life crisis 🙃 I'm not a speed freak , I got all that out of my system with cars , so just going to take it easy .
Cheers anyway pal
I own a 2016, its great. I think I'll hold onto it for a while since its fully kitted out. That being said, I'm getting another africa twin when I upgrade and the standard version is what I want.
Ah if it's kitted out you may as well, plus they'll easily do 100k miles these days.
The standard is just nice. Light and nippy :)
@@TheGorillaBiker I'm already at 62k, have the maintenence on schedule but the valves haven't needed adjustment since its initial run in. Keeping the oil fresh every 4-5k miles has helped immensely i think. Biggest woes on the 2016 were the forks which got swapped out to the 2019 ATAS fork bodies but other than that has been a great bike!
Being a big guy, I feel I should like this bike. Perhaps its the matt paint?? Nice review, you obviously love it but not for me, I like the XR way more. Nice new camera. look after those lenses on that 360.
Maybe. Paint is very subjective. Have you ridden one? You should try one if you can :)
The XR is an amazing bike. But I feel I'd get myself in to trouble on it and for the cost difference is have this for a daily. There's a caveat tho. That's with my current stable. No gsxr? I'd have the XR :)
I got the lens caps before I ever used it :)
THATS A GREAT ROAD TO RATHGORMACK IN CO WATERFORD ..... MANY A REV COUNTER WAS REDLINED ON THAT STRETCH OF STRAIGH ROAD 😉🤗 !!!!
SADLY THE ROAD DOWN TO KILSHELIN IS POOR SURFACE WISE ....BUT STILL FUN TO HUG THE HEDGES ! 😁⚠️
It's a savage road, but I wouldn't know anything of smashing any form of speed limit :P
Yeah it could def do with a resurface!
Well I gotta say when ya picking it up from the shop it's a great lookin bike especially in that color scheme I foresee a trade in comin soon . If ya got long legs it's a good all rounder for sure I don't like to many gismo's I reckon they are just a distraction but that's just me and I have never ridden anything with this stuff on it so maybe I should try something with the bells and whistles first I guess . Look forward ta see the other version and what ya think of that too cheers : )
Haha I can't afford it sadly, I wish I could :D SO I'm afraid your foresight has failed you this time at least :D
The gizmos aren't bad actually, I find some bikes too busy but you can ignore these ones most of the time which is good. Slap it in Tour mode and ride on :) Do give something a try, no harm :) Thanks Malcolm!
Nice piece of kit, I tried one, I am 5ft 11, 29" inside leg, with the low seat I could flat foot it.
I would consider that fairly tall too in fairness, good to hear the low seat height does help, one thing that does bother me is that it isn't a free factory option, you shouldn't have to take the standard seat then swap!
Great review I have a 2017 DCT love it
Thanks! I rode the DCT after this one and it was brilliant too :)
I had the crf1000l dct great bike when I could be bothered to get it out . Had a cb500x before that and did 4000 miles in 6 months only did 2000 miles in 2 years on the AT I’m now looking for a good cbf1000 more of an all occasions motorcycle that will get used .
What stopped you getting it out more? A smaller lighter bike is definitely easier to just hop out on tho which I imagine the 500 was like that. The CBF1000 is a brilliant all rounder but if the AT put you off due to getting it out of the shed or whatever the CBF is still hefty enough :) Whatever you do go for best of luck with it! :)
I test rode the first model of these 'new' Africa twins and really liked it, the reports about the spokes corroding put me off a bit, spokes and chain drive adds up to a lot of cleaning,
think there's a new sports tourer type in the pipeline at Honda with this same engine, NT1100.
if they make it with cast wheels and shaft drive could be a massive seller for them.
Ive read that was sorted, but yeah it's a risk with them definitely! I'd actually love to have 50/50s on them and explore a little 😁 So spokes and such are ok!
Yeah I've heard of the possibility of an NT1100, that'd be a superior road touring machine for certain. But the whole go on the odd trail does appeal to me a bit :)
Defintely tho that engine in a nice road tourer would be badass
Excelente review Amigo!!!!!!!
Muchas Gracias! :)
Bought one today, the exact same model/color
Ah very nice! Congrats!
As a 6ft 5 beefy Irish man who constantly wonders if he will fit on a bike, your videos are gold to me 😂 currently have a triumph tiger 800 xc. Would you recommend I consider the africa twin for my next bike?
Haha that's honestly the reason I got in to doing reviews in the first place, not many out there who do reviews for the larger among us!!
Absolutely. The africa twin was class and if I wasn't a financial failure in life I'd happily have one myself :)
I love those bikes, but with standard to low height... Makes me think in all those moments that you get in an odd position. The T7 is the one that I most like in mother of being quite basic with the electronics and capabilities, but I'm use to the power of the Mt09... That virtue of getting the front light on acceleration on the Africa sold me XD.
Standard was actually fine for me tbh :) High seat would be a bonus :) An odd position for which? :) The T7 when it came out I really nearly bought one on finance, I reaaaallly like them, but now I think I'd go for this model Africa Twin, fits me well and I think it'd be better for me size wise :) The MT09 is an animal, I also reaaaaaaaaaaaaaaallly like the new SP of those :) Haha every time man, it's mad to lift the front, doesn't actually lift but feels like it wants to :D
@@TheGorillaBiker The new MT09, didn't like it, but new frame, bigger engine, slipper clutch from factory, realy nice. Tbh, the tracer 900 would be my ideal bike for the motorway to Dublin if I go back to the office, but I like that the T7, Africa Twin won't suffer much in easy gravel when in travel.
The odd position I mean, me being a leprechaun and stopping in uneven terrain and forgetting that one side is lower or things like that.
I don't think it looks as nice but I like everything else :) Tracer 900 would be lovely too, great engine and a lovely sound out of them :) I think if it was down to a Tracer or whatever I'd go for a T7 or The Africa Twin tho. The Africa twin standard is so light, I couldn't believe it really. :) So should be fine in the gravel yeah :) Especially with good tyres.
Ahhhhh I getcha :) Yes, even with the low seat height I think the Twin would still feel very tall, the T7 is a nice bit shorter feeling.
@@TheGorillaBiker The only solution for me would be to have more bikes I think.
I would like a good commuter. I drive 55 miles one way on the freeway to work. How would this bike fare on the freeway?
It'd be fine on the freeway, however if you want something that is primarily for commuting and you don't do much other riding I'd recommend having a look at the nc750x or a similar bike :)
Ok...a weird comparison...offroad capabilities and modern features aside, how do you like the ride, engine power, handling etc compared to your CBF1000? I need to know if it would be a step up from my CBF1000fa (second gen) or of i would be missing the 'fun' of my bike...
It's honestly very hard to say. I don't think you'd miss any of the fun reaaaallly depending on your riding style. If you go very fast on open roads, maybe. The CBF is certainly a sportier bike. But the twin is punchy and just as fun on the road within relatively sensible limits..it honestly depends on your main use for the bikes really I suppose. The twin handles extremely well too. Even on knobbies.
@@TheGorillaBiker good to know. As I mentioned, I did ride it and liked it...just wanted a second opinion from someone with similar bikes, tastes (and weights!)
Hiya just revisiting your reviews I find them invaluable thank you .... im a big lad 6ft 4 20 stone so we could be brothers :) sold my vstrom recently and on the hunt for a big bike torn between KTM 1050 , Africa Twin 2017 model or Tiger 1050 sport 2013 model ..... Ive tested them all but can't make my mind up .... the KTM was the nicest but reliability electrics wise a worry .... which one would you sway towards ...any help greatly appreciated ...... keep up the great work and fabulous videos :)
Not sure how I missed this comment when it happened sorry!! Glad you like them man thank you a lot! Haha definitely in the sense of finding a bike that fits slightly eh :D
Personally I've ridden the Twin and a Tiger 1050 previously. Can't go wrong with either! Never had the chance to personally ride the KTM but know a few fellas who own them, savage bikes, but if you want reliable go for the Honda :) The 1050s can have a few issues too, nothing major, same as the KTMs really but out and out no worrying, the Twin. The only thing youve to watch on the is the spokes on the wheels corroding!
@@TheGorillaBiker Actually just got a explorer 2012 absolute beauty of a machine fits me perfectly...bit heavy to move around but weight not noticeable once airborne ☺️ keep up the great videos and stay safe 👍
Ah nice!! Well best of luck with it and I'm only minorly jealous 😁😁
Great review.
Danke! Tis a lovely bike :)
In fact for me the colour is the weak point. It looks black. It looks boring. Africa Twins have always had red, white and blue schemes in my memory. Yes as you say It does seem to be a great do anything machine. What more could you wish for in the real world. A good review. Thorough and grounded in real time experience. I need a bike with that spec here.
That's fair, I do like the HRC colours but I think it's just the fact I've seen so many of them is what puts me off, white wouldn't be my favourite either I prefer darker colours with flashes of gold or orange :) That's it really, it'd be a perfect bike for me really, the S1000XR is amazing but realistically too fast for every day use for me :) Thanks! I'm glad they come across like that, I really try to make it make sense for as if you'd just sat up on one yourself. Are they not available there?
Never been keen on the AT, prefer the Tiger but that does look good in black.
I wasn't madly impressed with the last one, still liked it but found it a little bit neutral. I really like this one, especially the normal model cus it's so light and feels so small! The Tigers are class too to be fair.
Better half and I are at ends on yr accent. I say Irish? Correct?. Luv the video ☺ champion
Irish, I really don't know where else I could possibly sound like :) Out of interest what was the other option :D
@@TheGorillaBiker wait for it.
.. American. Of all choices 😂
Hahaha I don't even sound moderately American 😂😂
@@TheGorillaBiker 😂 that's women fer yer mate
Hoot Man ! Sasquatch Rides a Honda!
I didn't feature a sasquatch in the video.
Is this a good first bike? I understand it's powerful but as a 6'4 guy it's one of the comfier bikes I got to sit on.
It depends on a few things, no.1 are you a headcase? If yes, then no it's probably a bit too powerful. No.2, it's veeeery expensive as a first bike imo. Now if you can afford it then go for it. Just be prepared that as a 1st bike its a lot more likely to get dropped as you park it etc, so are you ok with that bill/damage as well. But it's not crazy powerful as a 1st bike. It has plenty of torque though and would bite you if you went in a bit hamfisted.
Basically there's no perfect first bike for anyone imo. If you don't feel comfortable on smaller bikes and are happy with the 2 above things then I'd personally say go for it for what it's worth! Just take it handy!! :)
@@TheGorillaBiker appreciate you taking the time to comment, great advice! 👍
No bother
Love mine! (until i have to pick it up in soft sand - its gonna lay there tonight till i get my truck to it to pull it up with a ratchet strap. don't ask about if my pulled shoulder is killing me or not).
Oh dear :D I can't imagine any bike that weight over 140kg is fun to pick up in soft sand! Hope the recovery goes well, both the bike and the shoulder :D
@@TheGorillaBiker : Fyi, used truck with rope through a rung in rack and through handlebar mount. tried pulling , only slid in sand. could have pounded stakes in the sand to stop it from sliding. anded up calling a friend to help lift her. Will have to rig up a tool to just get the bike to 45 degrees, then can get her from there. Note: If you have a bad shoulder or back, don't risk making them worse, just call a friend and buy the person a meal or beer. Much smarter.
Can you provide comments on the pillion seat....especially on a long ride with an adult-sized pillion?
Sadly I can't. Didn't get to test that on the bike.
@@TheGorillaBiker thanks anyways. I will have to try and borrow one for a day to get out for a ride with my kid...before buying...
Is that the same engine as the Honda Rebel 1100? It looks similar.
Almost the same, small changes were made to this engine for the Rebel, this was the base engine it was developed from :)
@@TheGorillaBiker Makes me wonder if HD is going to use their Pan America engine in their cruiser line up.
I really hope they will, in a video I made on the Pan that was my main takeaway from it, that it's a great engine that finds it's way in to a bike I'd want :)
Lovely bike but I would take the 1000cc as less busy switches. Don't need all the fancy modes.
That's fair, the switches are definitely a lot more busy than the previous model but I found this one a lot nicer on the road, I'd Def have this one if I could afford it :)
Would i be correct in saying its the same engine apart from tuning with the new rebel
Pretty much! As far as I remember it's tuning and different camshaft profiles to this engine in the Rebel though. So same engine mostly :)
And now I want a Rebel 1100 more :D
@@TheGorillaBiker same here and with review videos I've seen lot saying the 1100 could be for beginner if a newbie could keep it in rain mode for around 6 months to get used to it
Rain mode would help a lot to deaden down the inputs 100%. Basically control a twitchy wrist for you :) So that makes sense. I wish I could get one to review
@@TheGorillaBiker I wish I could get one to own lol and don't banish me from the channel for saying but I would be strongly tempted to go with the DCT model I know blasphemy
Haha I actually test rode the twin of this bike on DCT. Video coming soon, the new DCT .....well I won't ruin it :P
There is now android auto on it too, they released a firmware update a few months ago :)
Ah class, I hadn't seen that! I might actually use android auto :)
I'm getting one shortly! 2022 out yet?
Very nice! Best of luck with it :) No but there are rumors of a new model to be announced for next year.
Is it good with a pillion too? I'm a fellow 6ft 7 guy 134 kg guy too..
I couldn't say sorry, I didn't get to test it with a pillion!
Oh thanks.. and what in your experience on this with a vstrom 650/1000 maybe? I was looking to buy an ADV so your recommendation would be SUPERB
also Btw I'm so interested in your motorcycle journey. Us tall guys must stick out with each other... So you gotta sub today from me.. :)
Well I recently actually bought a 2015 Vstrom 1000 and absolutely love it, with the OEM tall seat it's the most comfortable bike I've ever ridden long distance for me. I ride 99% on road though, that recommendation might be different if I was doing a lot of off roading.
Thnaks!! :) It's why I did the reviews!
Lovely machine 👍
It really is, savage yoke :)
Occasionally I enter competitions on Giveaway Guys to win a motorbike but I have to really like the bike. The last one was a Ducati Scrambler. The next one is this bike in the same colour.
I'd love a Scrambler.....that's a bike I'd happily buy with kidney money!! Oh are you entering it? If you do best of luck :) I'm always afraid I'd get addicted to entering those!
*Hi bro which is best choice to buy say this Africa twin on Bmw R1250Gs*
Why is all your text in bold?
I'd personally buy the Africa twin but that's because I like them, I haven't ridden the new r1250gs so I can't compare really sorry
Very noiccccee bike Africa twins are something else🤌
Lad they're class. If I win the lotto I'll be spec'ing one up :D
I don’t know what to think about these adventure bikes.
Mr Chewbert you're back! Missing your vids :) And WEBs :'( Dude ride one, you'd love it, so so comfy for us larger human creatures.
@@TheGorillaBiker I’m in a rut with videos. Got some changes coming. Been really busy with doctors, MRI, gigs, work, bowls..etc.
I’m not sure about knobby tyres on the road.
Well....get out of it :P Go test ride an Africa Twin :) That's fair man, life happens eh.
They're actually fine, makes you slow down a bit too :)
Nice review
Thanks!
Bought one 16 10 2021 🤗😁
Congrats :)
Fair question: Do you own it, or are you just trying to get more views to your channel?
I clearly state in the video I borrowed it from freeman motorcycles to do a review. I do reviews because I enjoy them and am interested in the bike. Also everyone who makes TH-cam videos makes videos to get views.
I don't think it's a coincidence that they came out with a larger displacement adventure bike around the time that Harley has brought a new audience attention to adventure bikes. Great price in company to their competitors.
In all reality, most big adventure bikes are in reality light touring bikes but I guess the term "adventure" is more marketable. I discovered that after buying my Tiger years ago that finding trails to ride larger adventure bikes was difficult, most off road parks were full of UTVs and kids on motocross bikes doing 80 on single tracks.
I think the driver was most like the GS getting the variable cam timing and the 1250 displacement! Harley are probably targeting that and the 1290 super adventure too. The Africa Twin is kind of between classes to me :) They were lacking that little bit of go and seem to have resolved that.
Yep, 100% agree, most of them never see so much as a rough dirt road let alone a dirt track :) Haha yeah trails are almost always better tackled by mid size and lower off-road biased bikes!
Is it easy for busy traffic
No idea as I wasn't in any busy traffic. Doesn't really exist down that part of the country. That said I can't imagine it'd been anything other than lovely once you were tall enough to at least single flat foot it.
@@TheGorillaBiker yes iam 188cm but iam curious how the dct drives that would be so easy here
Ah you'd be fine height wise! I actually also rode the DCT! Here you go! th-cam.com/video/UXeeWcU_LEg/w-d-xo.html
It rides lovely and the DCT is very smooth!
Time for you to buy maybe 🤔
Haha I wish. I can't afford another bike even trading the CBF right now 😭
Svp combien il cout se moto
Cela dépend de la moto, cherchez un revendeur local, celui-ci coûtait environ 13000 euros, je ne me souviens plus exactement