I’m a Kiwi living in the US - and I have my sights set on the 2025 Travel Version. One comment you made, gives it the nod for me. “Courier Riders like them” I was a Bike Courier for 6 years in NZ - and my go to Bike was a Honda NC400 ( VFR400 ) and it had gear driven cams, so it had a lovely whine. BULLET-PROOF engine. I could run hard on that little Bike all day with no issues. Prior to this Bike, I burnt out solenoids and destroyed other Brand Bikes of all size and shapes - being a Courier. I had two friends who owned two Bike Shops, so I could use demo’s etc, for the times that other Bikes I was using, were having issues ( again Pre little Honda ). Bike shops dreaded giving us loaners, because we were so hard on a Bike. We could age a Bike in one month that may take several Years for the average person. So, if the Lads/Ladies in England, think the NC750 is worth it’s salt, thats all I need to know to grab one. In the real world of testing a Motorcycle, there is one Arena that is absolutely brutal on Bikes - Couriering. Thanks for this mate. Cheers.
@twohouses2259 Fantastic to hear and I am certain you will love the 2025 bike, I haven't ridden the new model yet but apparently Honda have listened to their customers and have made a few minor changes, the obvious ones being the twin disc's, TFT dashboard and softening the power delivery with the DCT model to improve slow speed manoeuvres, best of luck and I hope everything works out for you 👍
I'm on my 3rd NC just a totally dependable bike sucks motorways up as good as the big Goldwing FJ1300, at a fraction of the cost, fitted cruise to mine not used it properly yet, that will be Scottish tour where I know this bike will be sublime.👍👍👍
I am very lucky to own a few bikes. One of them is a 2017 Honda NC750X, in electric blue. It is a geared version. I have been riding almost continuously for 45 years and the NC is by far the most versatile bike I have ever owned. Indeed if I were to only have one bike it would be the NC. I frequently ride from Warwickshire to Dorset and back in a day and not only do I find the NC comfortable to do in excess of 400 miles in a day, it will also return 100mpg if I take it steady. Even if I 'make progress' it will generally return 80+mpg. If Honda did it with shaft drive and cruise control it would score 10/10. As it is I give it 9.5/10
Had a 2016 NC700X DCT which was the first year of the "newer" design. This was my first bike, coming from the Honda PCX150 scooter. The purpose for the bike was as a daily commuter. The main reason for this choice of bike was the DCT. I test rode the CTX700 DCT and while I liked the bike, the foot forward controls were not my choice. As soon as the NC arrived I took it for a test ride and new right away it was the right bike for me. The DCT meant learning to ride a real bike on the road was much easier. I started in 'D' mode before trying out the 3 different 'S' modes mine had. Settled on S2 for my style of riding and routes. Also loved the frunk for onboard storage! Initially my work bag sat behind me for my commute, which worked well apart from fuel ups, which the tank cap was under the back seat! Soon added a whole bunch of accessories: heated grips, handguards (with LEDs), fork protector, rad guard, D2 front LEDs, DM yellow front LEDs at the hub, rear rack to strap my bag on, rear light bar, SW-Motech footpegs, Fobo TPMS caps, front fender extender, rear fender (scuffed and painted matte), Madstad adjustable screen. After taking my eldest daughter through the basic rider safety program I started riding in Manual mode all of the time. Loved the ability and smoothness of changing gear at the push of a button, even mid-corner! It was the perfect commuter bike that handled everything I needed. Don't think you could pop a wheelie with it if you tried, but it was for commuting and the occasional weekend jaunt. With fantastic mpg it did everything I needed. Service intervals were so far apart, and it was just plain Honda reliable. All I really did was keep replacing the Michelin Road 4's and 5's when worn down. 8k service intervals were a non-issue! 7 years and 30k miles later it was taken down by a car with a young driver. Fortunately while the bike was a total loss, I hobbled away with bruises and swelling (ATGATT for the win). I considered the newer and 'bigger' 750 version, as well as the Transalp. Knowing that this next bike could well be my last I decided that I wanted something "more". The NC700X is a perfect commuter, but I wanted to experience something with a little more character. I initially was looking at 800-1000 bikes, however after sitting on a couple I decided that my riding didn't warrant such sized bikes. If I was touring or riding 2-up then sure, but not for my short commute and odd weekend out. Finally settled on a Triumph Tiger Sport 660 that came with free colour-matched panniers. I added the matching top box (fits 2 helmets), heated grips, fog lights, quick-shifter, and TPMS. I then installed lighting kits in the top box and panniers, the license plate light bar, and a fusebox to manage it all. Also added heated clothing and charging ports and an Evotech/ Peak Design phone mount. Had this set up for a year now, and 3k miles. Love it, and it was absolutely the right size bike. Yes the NC700 was a 670 twin with 47HP, but this 660 triple with 80+ is crazy! MPG isn't quite as good, but I really don't care as the grin more than makes up for it (plus I'm US pricing for fuel so there's that!!!). If I was to do it over, I would do the same thing again. The NC, especially in DCT, is an amazing bike that is extremely easy to ride and live with. What it lacks is the ability to crack open the fun/wow box. If you've been riding for a long time and don't need that, or if you are just stepping up from a beginner bike, then this is a perfect daily rider that you can expect to start every time you throw your leg over it, no matter what. Just know that at some point you may want to be able to stir in some fun riding and the NC will struggle to meet that need. There are other bikes out there, like the TS660, that can give you the fun factor - but it will be at the cost of something that the NC does better, even if it's only the MPG or the DCT availability.
@7mferraby thank you for sharing your experiences with your NC, I do think Honda are onto a winner with this platform of bike. Sorry to hear about your misfortune with the accident but delighted to hear you are still riding, Triumph motorcycles are very special indeed, I love my Street Triple 765R and is most definitely a keeper, enjoy your Tiger and stay shiny side up 😃 👍
I bought my brand new 2024 NC750X DCT a few months ago. I have already done over 1200 miles on it as I use it for my daily commute here in London. Very smoth comfortable bike. I love it. Very economical. I am a new rider. This is my second bike after my honda cb125 r. So I do find it a bit heavy to push around in and out of parking spots and manuever through tight spaces during filtering in heavy traffic. I can only compare it to my previous 130 kg cb 125 r bike. 😂 But the 125 is only good for 40 mph. After that too much rattling from the engine. 😂 But, yeah you got no clutch with the dct. So it does take a bit of getting used to in low speeds when trying to make a u turn or similar. It took me two weeks of daily practice. Now i got no problem with it. And i love not having to change gears in stop start traffic. One les thing to wory about. Definitely would recommend the DCT for commuting! 👍👍 I do get more wind noise than what I would like when travelling 50 mph and above. Even though I do have the taller touring screen as the bike in the above video. That is one thing I need to improve. A taller wind screen to reduce wind noise on my Shoei helmet.
Great to hear, you will get used to the weight before too long, I don't really have any issues with wind noise or buffering but that maybe down to rider height or the fact I also ride a Street Triple 765R 👍
I have had my NC750DCT since January 2023….a present for my 60th from my dear wife…..I last rode 43 years prior to the purchase…..last bike in 1981 was a Yamaha RD250LC…until a drunk driver destroyed my bike and almost me….after some very slow riding….getting used to throttle control and rear brake for very slow riding, I got my mojo back….huge leap of faith for me…..I have added lots of things to my bike….love it…it does everything i require on my very piss poor very busy Jersey island roads….love the DCT, but I now love the flappy paddle gear shifting….it’s a dream….the one thing I feel is rubbish is the access to the battery, rubbish weird bolt screw things that break…I use Velcro on that now….I have Dunlop tires….not sure if they are the best….deals ok on Jersey….maybe a twin disc up front would be nice….but far from a dull slow lump…..it’s nimble, it’s no slouch and it is so fragile on the fuel…..will I ever sell it……not a chance…it has given me back my missed decades of not riding…..thanks Honda
@karlhoward2737 Fantastic to hear you are enjoying the NC. I'm sorry to hear about the LC fantastic looking and sounding bike, enjoy your adventures on the NC 👍
@@hartmoto2064 . The Nc sounds just my type of bike at my age. load up off you go, get home one month later ... who cares.........Theres nothing better that just riding and nothing else to do, watch the scenery, have a break, and relaxing, what more could you ask for, except a reliable bike. Nc750x my next one
Hi.i to live in jerseyjust ordered one last week,cannot ride it until December,still on a p licence, only seen one over here, may see you on the roads.
@ hey that’s great….I bought mine at Inmotion in town, ordered it back in August 2022, arrived late January 2023…. Absolutely love my bike, I have at the time of purchase the only silver and grey one….you will no doubt see me….I wear a very hi viz top …be great to see you out and about…I tend to go out for a couple of hours, that’s enough for me, our roads as you know are awful, makes for hard riding…still a few nice clear roads up around Roses and of course 5 mile road….I’ll now look out for you, though now I am very much a fair weather rider….cheers..
Bought mine new in March this year. Absolutely love it. Rode The Route Des Grandes Alpes and the DCT gearbox made taking those steep sharp hairpins easy peasy. Just concentrated on steering the bike and didn't worry about what gear I was in. 6000 mls so far this year.
@carsnbikesu.k.5358 I can recommend the www.riverbankbedandbreakfast.com/ in the Brecon Beacons. I have stayed there a couple of times, great location and lovely people
Bought mine in 2023 after years of not riding and poor health. Mine is just a delight. More than what I need at my advanced age. I love the power out of the block, the fuel use is excellent and the cubby is lovely. I give this bike a 10/10. One negative, the standard tyres are not my favourite.
I agree 100%. Love this bike! I got 2300 miles out of the stock tires. Front was cupped so bad. After complaining very hard, the dealership service manager said no warranty option and went to the back and retrieved a set that was worse than mine with less miles?? Immediately went home and ordered a set of Michelin Road 6’s. What a world of difference that made. 4K on them now and still going strong.
Got my 2022 couple of weeks ago. Standard transmission. After about 1500km so far on paved as well as gravel roads must say I’m impressed. Was originally looking at CB500X as my second bike (beside Tracer 900 GT) but this one came up “fully loaded” for very good money. I like the fact that even it is not light bike it feels much lighter than it is. The (frunk) is very convenient and the mileage is great. So far 3.3l/100km. It corners very well and after replacing front tire for Continental Twinduro TKC80 it goes on gravel like skunk.
Got the same dct bike in February this year. Bought cos of the good seat height as am 5.7 too and all the same reasons you bought it. . Love my NC. Easy to ride with the low centre of gravity, awesome fuel economy and enough power. Off touring France/Switzerland and Germany next year on her. I've put 3200 miles on the bike so far and my only gripe is the back tyre is already down to the wear marks which is quite poor. Will change the stock tyres for something which will last much longer.
I bought my NC DCT in the spring of 2022 and am entering the 3rd year. I think it's a bit weak, so I changed the front sprocket from 17 teeth to 15. It helped quite a bit, So yes I agree here, it's not a lot of power if you need it. But it depends on what you require in terms of strength. The brakes are too weak in my opinion. Due to low power I am looking for a stronger bike, but not sure what to get yet. GS or a Gixer GT maybe. Regardless of weak engine, it is a reliable MC, easy to drive, low center of gravity. A perfectly good MC, good for beginners.
I have the exact same bike - 2023 DCT model in black. Done about 5k mostly town and countryside stuff, limited motorways. I've added a Sat nav mount, heated grips, USB charger, underseat power point for my Airman compressor, home made shock protector, fender extenda, rad cover and a taller screen. Electrical accessories via a Innov power commander which is a great bit of kit but a bugger to fit as the tupperware is the usual Honda jigsaw. In no specific order my pro's - good luggage carrying capacity, easy to ride, dead easy to maintain, great fuel economy. Cons - dashboard setup is over complex. Original Bridgestone tyres were utter rubbish, the bike felt horribly unstable and almost made me sell it - PR4s transformed it. Suspension can be harsh over potholes/poor road repairs. Headlight very, very poor - as an old fella it needs supplementary lights for safe night riding IMHO. Over this Summer I lubed all the suspension linkages - easy job. Checked and adjusted the valves - easy job - intakes a bit tight. Oil, and filters service - easy job. Chain has settled down and hasn't needed adjusting for a while. Riding it - I spend most of my time in standard mode. I do find it 'chugs' a bit at slow speed round town and the engine sounds a tad agricultural and mechanical. Out on the road at a steady speed it feels much smoother and happier. I find the seat a bit uncomfortable after an hour and unbearable 30 minutes later. However, I'm of an age where I usually need to pee well before that! Overall it's a great bike - not a crotch rocket obviously, just a steady, useful and 'easy' bike. I'm hoping to get it over to France/Germany next year. This will probably be my last bike as my ageing body is starting to make riding tougher but it is a great bike now I've got it fettled.
@peterc2248 Thank you for sharing your experience with the NC750X, I think I will add some additional lights to the bike in the very near future as like yourself I find stock lights not that great 😀
My add on bits are..hand guards, engine bars, centre stand, foot wind deflectors, rear hugger , fork protectors, instrument protection , radiator protection and a fender extender…..oh and Velcro for the most annoying battery cover….hehe
@@hartmoto2064 hi…firstly I enjoyed your video….I agree about practicing U turns…and good idea to use rain mode…..I would say that riding the DCT, really improves your throttle and back brake and really low speed riding….yeah my upgrades, the hand guards are GIVI…fitted at my island dealer, the engine bars are GIVI, they are the low down version, again fitted by my dealer…the fender extender, a real must, I fitted….the hugger was fitted by my dealer due to a stubborn bolt that I could not undo in trying to mount the rear hugger…..and my fix the bloody battery cover I use Velcro, for a very easy off and on of cover…few other accessories I have, a brilliant USB charged tyre pump, I can put that into the trunk…I prefer trunk as in T for Tank….Frunk I dislike…personal choice…I bought some tyre puncture grommets….just in case and a trickle charger for in between rides…..would you suggest a taller screen…..anyway, love the bike, mine is the Grey and Silver…done about 3k since January last year, on an island 9 miles by 5 miles…go out a few times a week, two hour long rides….love it…but hate the awful Jersey roads.cheers and safe riding.
@karlhoward2737 Thank you for your comments, the tall screen works well for me as I am only 5ft 7" tall, it certainly helps to keep some of the weather off when the rain comes in, I could recommend heated grips aswell 😀
I own a 2018 NC750X with manual transmission. To me the only real downside of the NC is the chain drive. The NC is a bike that definitely deserves something better, either shaft or belt, it's Honda's practical motorcycle, but there's just nothing practical about chain drive. But apart from the chain it really is a great bike.
@kevinf-b5065 interesting 🤔 I've heard that about the tyres from other owners, I think I will change to the Metzellers as and when they need changing 👍
Been riding my 2022 model NC750X DCT for a fair while now and really like it. However the stock seat sorry to say it total dogshit for comfort! That's since been rectified with additional memory foam added and it's even better now. Great bike, not so great stock seat..👍🏻
@Drpepper99uk It's great to hear you are enjoying the NC750X DCT. It was definitely a bike I overlooked thinking it wasn't upto much, how wrong was I 😀
12:49 your wrong, this myth came out of the lead designer making a joke about it at the original 2012 launch, and also the NC was the first honda bike on which their car division helped with the whole engine design for I believe two years, but regardless of the time frame they cooperated with the bike side on its design, so yes it does bare a lot of similarities to the car engine especially if you look at the valve gear ect, but it's not literally 'half a jazz engine' 😊
@kevindarkstar thanks for the info regarding the engine, if my memory serves me correctly I read an article in a motorcycle magazine stating the engine was half of a Honda jazz 👍
@@hartmoto2064 yeah I believe that was another way that the myth was spread, one or two motorcycle mags published story's which I think came from the previously mentioned lead designer making a joke at the NC launch 😉
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I Just orderd the new 2025 model yesterday,the green one with crashbar,ledlights and a higher windshild,grtz from the Netherlands
@@sjoerdmeijer1 fantastic, when do you expect to take delivery? 👍
I’m a Kiwi living in the US - and I have my sights set on the 2025 Travel Version. One comment you made, gives it the nod for me.
“Courier Riders like them”
I was a Bike Courier for 6 years in NZ - and my go to Bike was a Honda NC400 ( VFR400 ) and it had gear driven cams, so it had a lovely whine. BULLET-PROOF engine. I could run hard on that little Bike all day with no issues. Prior to this Bike, I burnt out solenoids and destroyed other Brand Bikes of all size and shapes - being a Courier.
I had two friends who owned two Bike Shops, so I could use demo’s etc, for the times that other Bikes I was using, were having issues ( again Pre little Honda ).
Bike shops dreaded giving us loaners, because we were so hard on a Bike. We could age a Bike in one month that may take several Years for the average person.
So, if the Lads/Ladies in England, think the NC750 is worth it’s salt, thats all I need to know to grab one. In the real world of testing a Motorcycle, there is one Arena that is absolutely brutal on Bikes - Couriering.
Thanks for this mate.
Cheers.
@twohouses2259 Fantastic to hear and I am certain you will love the 2025 bike, I haven't ridden the new model yet but apparently Honda have listened to their customers and have made a few minor changes, the obvious ones being the twin disc's, TFT dashboard and softening the power delivery with the DCT model to improve slow speed manoeuvres, best of luck and I hope everything works out for you 👍
I'm on my 3rd NC just a totally dependable bike sucks motorways up as good as the big Goldwing FJ1300, at a fraction of the cost, fitted cruise to mine not used it properly yet, that will be Scottish tour where I know this bike will be sublime.👍👍👍
Great to hear, best of luck with your Scottish trip, I hope to tour Scotland on my NC next year 👍
I am very lucky to own a few bikes. One of them is a 2017 Honda NC750X, in electric blue. It is a geared version.
I have been riding almost continuously for 45 years and the NC is by far the most versatile bike I have ever owned. Indeed if I were to only have one bike it would be the NC. I frequently ride from Warwickshire to Dorset and back in a day and not only do I find the NC comfortable to do in excess of 400 miles in a day, it will also return 100mpg if I take it steady. Even if I 'make progress' it will generally return 80+mpg.
If Honda did it with shaft drive and cruise control it would score 10/10. As it is I give it 9.5/10
I couldn't agree more the NC is a fantastic bike and it certainly delivers on the smiles per miles, I love it
I put Veridian cruise control. Have it for a month. Works fine
@medpanosp was it easy to install?
@@hartmoto2064 they have a you tube video you can watch. It is for models 2021 and above
Had a 2016 NC700X DCT which was the first year of the "newer" design. This was my first bike, coming from the Honda PCX150 scooter. The purpose for the bike was as a daily commuter. The main reason for this choice of bike was the DCT. I test rode the CTX700 DCT and while I liked the bike, the foot forward controls were not my choice. As soon as the NC arrived I took it for a test ride and new right away it was the right bike for me. The DCT meant learning to ride a real bike on the road was much easier. I started in 'D' mode before trying out the 3 different 'S' modes mine had. Settled on S2 for my style of riding and routes. Also loved the frunk for onboard storage!
Initially my work bag sat behind me for my commute, which worked well apart from fuel ups, which the tank cap was under the back seat! Soon added a whole bunch of accessories: heated grips, handguards (with LEDs), fork protector, rad guard, D2 front LEDs, DM yellow front LEDs at the hub, rear rack to strap my bag on, rear light bar, SW-Motech footpegs, Fobo TPMS caps, front fender extender, rear fender (scuffed and painted matte), Madstad adjustable screen.
After taking my eldest daughter through the basic rider safety program I started riding in Manual mode all of the time. Loved the ability and smoothness of changing gear at the push of a button, even mid-corner!
It was the perfect commuter bike that handled everything I needed. Don't think you could pop a wheelie with it if you tried, but it was for commuting and the occasional weekend jaunt. With fantastic mpg it did everything I needed. Service intervals were so far apart, and it was just plain Honda reliable. All I really did was keep replacing the Michelin Road 4's and 5's when worn down. 8k service intervals were a non-issue!
7 years and 30k miles later it was taken down by a car with a young driver. Fortunately while the bike was a total loss, I hobbled away with bruises and swelling (ATGATT for the win).
I considered the newer and 'bigger' 750 version, as well as the Transalp. Knowing that this next bike could well be my last I decided that I wanted something "more". The NC700X is a perfect commuter, but I wanted to experience something with a little more character. I initially was looking at 800-1000 bikes, however after sitting on a couple I decided that my riding didn't warrant such sized bikes. If I was touring or riding 2-up then sure, but not for my short commute and odd weekend out. Finally settled on a Triumph Tiger Sport 660 that came with free colour-matched panniers. I added the matching top box (fits 2 helmets), heated grips, fog lights, quick-shifter, and TPMS. I then installed lighting kits in the top box and panniers, the license plate light bar, and a fusebox to manage it all. Also added heated clothing and charging ports and an Evotech/ Peak Design phone mount. Had this set up for a year now, and 3k miles. Love it, and it was absolutely the right size bike. Yes the NC700 was a 670 twin with 47HP, but this 660 triple with 80+ is crazy! MPG isn't quite as good, but I really don't care as the grin more than makes up for it (plus I'm US pricing for fuel so there's that!!!).
If I was to do it over, I would do the same thing again. The NC, especially in DCT, is an amazing bike that is extremely easy to ride and live with. What it lacks is the ability to crack open the fun/wow box. If you've been riding for a long time and don't need that, or if you are just stepping up from a beginner bike, then this is a perfect daily rider that you can expect to start every time you throw your leg over it, no matter what. Just know that at some point you may want to be able to stir in some fun riding and the NC will struggle to meet that need. There are other bikes out there, like the TS660, that can give you the fun factor - but it will be at the cost of something that the NC does better, even if it's only the MPG or the DCT availability.
@7mferraby thank you for sharing your experiences with your NC, I do think Honda are onto a winner with this platform of bike. Sorry to hear about your misfortune with the accident but delighted to hear you are still riding, Triumph motorcycles are very special indeed, I love my Street Triple 765R and is most definitely a keeper, enjoy your Tiger and stay shiny side up 😃 👍
I bought my brand new 2024 NC750X DCT a few months ago. I have already done over 1200 miles on it as I use it for my daily commute here in London.
Very smoth comfortable bike. I love it. Very economical.
I am a new rider. This is my second bike after my honda cb125 r.
So I do find it a bit heavy to push around in and out of parking spots and manuever through tight spaces during filtering in heavy traffic.
I can only compare it to my previous 130 kg cb 125 r bike. 😂
But the 125 is only good for 40 mph. After that too much rattling from the engine. 😂
But, yeah you got no clutch with the dct. So it does take a bit of getting used to in low speeds when trying to make a u turn or similar. It took me two weeks of daily practice. Now i got no problem with it. And i love not having to change gears in stop start traffic. One les thing to wory about.
Definitely would recommend the DCT for commuting! 👍👍
I do get more wind noise than what I would like when travelling 50 mph and above. Even though I do have the taller touring screen as the bike in the above video.
That is one thing I need to improve. A taller wind screen to reduce wind noise on my Shoei helmet.
Great to hear, you will get used to the weight before too long, I don't really have any issues with wind noise or buffering but that maybe down to rider height or the fact I also ride a Street Triple 765R 👍
I have had my NC750DCT since January 2023….a present for my 60th from my dear wife…..I last rode 43 years prior to the purchase…..last bike in 1981 was a Yamaha RD250LC…until a drunk driver destroyed my bike and almost me….after some very slow riding….getting used to throttle control and rear brake for very slow riding, I got my mojo back….huge leap of faith for me…..I have added lots of things to my bike….love it…it does everything i require on my very piss poor very busy Jersey island roads….love the DCT, but I now love the flappy paddle gear shifting….it’s a dream….the one thing I feel is rubbish is the access to the battery, rubbish weird bolt screw things that break…I use Velcro on that now….I have Dunlop tires….not sure if they are the best….deals ok on Jersey….maybe a twin disc up front would be nice….but far from a dull slow lump…..it’s nimble, it’s no slouch and it is so fragile on the fuel…..will I ever sell it……not a chance…it has given me back my missed decades of not riding…..thanks Honda
@karlhoward2737 Fantastic to hear you are enjoying the NC. I'm sorry to hear about the LC fantastic looking and sounding bike, enjoy your adventures on the NC 👍
@@hartmoto2064 . The Nc sounds just my type of bike at my age. load up off you go, get home one month later ... who cares.........Theres nothing better that just riding and nothing else to do, watch the scenery, have a break, and relaxing, what more could you ask for, except a reliable bike. Nc750x my next one
@carlberg6918 The new 2025 model looks even better with minor updates, but now with twin disc's up front 👍
Hi.i to live in jerseyjust ordered one last week,cannot ride it until December,still on a p licence, only seen one over here, may see you on the roads.
@ hey that’s great….I bought mine at Inmotion in town, ordered it back in August 2022, arrived late January 2023…. Absolutely love my bike, I have at the time of purchase the only silver and grey one….you will no doubt see me….I wear a very hi viz top …be great to see you out and about…I tend to go out for a couple of hours, that’s enough for me, our roads as you know are awful, makes for hard riding…still a few nice clear roads up around Roses and of course 5 mile road….I’ll now look out for you, though now I am very much a fair weather rider….cheers..
Have had one for 3 years. Has served me well. No problems whatsoever.
@@passinthru4328 Great to hear 👍
Bought mine new in March this year. Absolutely love it. Rode The Route Des Grandes Alpes and the DCT gearbox made taking those steep sharp hairpins easy peasy. Just concentrated on steering the bike and didn't worry about what gear I was in. 6000 mls so far this year.
@@carsnbikesu.k.5358 Great to hear 👍 any trips planned for next year?
@ yes. A tour of Wales and some more alpine passes
@carsnbikesu.k.5358 I can recommend the www.riverbankbedandbreakfast.com/ in the Brecon Beacons. I have stayed there a couple of times, great location and lovely people
Bought mine in 2023 after years of not riding and poor health. Mine is just a delight. More than what I need at my advanced age. I love the power out of the block, the fuel use is excellent and the cubby is lovely. I give this bike a 10/10. One negative, the standard tyres are not my favourite.
@@drandrebrink4227 Great to hear 👏 😃
I agree 100%. Love this bike! I got 2300 miles out of the stock tires. Front was cupped so bad. After complaining very hard, the dealership service manager said no warranty option and went to the back and retrieved a set that was worse than mine with less miles?? Immediately went home and ordered a set of Michelin Road 6’s. What a world of difference that made. 4K on them now and still going strong.
Got my 2022 couple of weeks ago. Standard transmission. After about 1500km so far on paved as well as gravel roads must say I’m impressed. Was originally looking at CB500X as my second bike (beside Tracer 900 GT) but this one came up “fully loaded” for very good money. I like the fact that even it is not light bike it feels much lighter than it is. The (frunk) is very convenient and the mileage is great. So far 3.3l/100km. It corners very well and after replacing front tire for Continental Twinduro TKC80 it goes on gravel like skunk.
@richardhretczak536 Thank you for sharing your experiences, and I am delighted to hear you are enjoying the NC750X, 😃
Got the same dct bike in February this year. Bought cos of the good seat height as am 5.7 too and all the same reasons you bought it. . Love my NC. Easy to ride with the low centre of gravity, awesome fuel economy and enough power. Off touring France/Switzerland and Germany next year on her. I've put 3200 miles on the bike so far and my only gripe is the back tyre is already down to the wear marks which is quite poor. Will change the stock tyres for something which will last much longer.
@Crossers76 great to hear, enjoy your trip next year 😀 👍
I bought my NC DCT in the spring of 2022 and am entering the 3rd year. I think it's a bit weak, so I changed the front sprocket from 17 teeth to 15. It helped quite a bit, So yes I agree here, it's not a lot of power if you need it. But it depends on what you require in terms of strength. The brakes are too weak in my opinion.
Due to low power I am looking for a stronger bike, but not sure what to get yet. GS or a Gixer GT maybe.
Regardless of weak engine, it is a reliable MC, easy to drive, low center of gravity. A perfectly good MC, good for beginners.
I have the exact same bike - 2023 DCT model in black. Done about 5k mostly town and countryside stuff, limited motorways. I've added a Sat nav mount, heated grips, USB charger, underseat power point for my Airman compressor, home made shock protector, fender extenda, rad cover and a taller screen. Electrical accessories via a Innov power commander which is a great bit of kit but a bugger to fit as the tupperware is the usual Honda jigsaw. In no specific order my pro's - good luggage carrying capacity, easy to ride, dead easy to maintain, great fuel economy. Cons - dashboard setup is over complex. Original Bridgestone tyres were utter rubbish, the bike felt horribly unstable and almost made me sell it - PR4s transformed it. Suspension can be harsh over potholes/poor road repairs. Headlight very, very poor - as an old fella it needs supplementary lights for safe night riding IMHO. Over this Summer I lubed all the suspension linkages - easy job. Checked and adjusted the valves - easy job - intakes a bit tight. Oil, and filters service - easy job. Chain has settled down and hasn't needed adjusting for a while. Riding it - I spend most of my time in standard mode. I do find it 'chugs' a bit at slow speed round town and the engine sounds a tad agricultural and mechanical. Out on the road at a steady speed it feels much smoother and happier. I find the seat a bit uncomfortable after an hour and unbearable 30 minutes later. However, I'm of an age where I usually need to pee well before that! Overall it's a great bike - not a crotch rocket obviously, just a steady, useful and 'easy' bike. I'm hoping to get it over to France/Germany next year. This will probably be my last bike as my ageing body is starting to make riding tougher but it is a great bike now I've got it fettled.
@peterc2248 Thank you for sharing your experience with the NC750X, I think I will add some additional lights to the bike in the very near future as like yourself I find stock lights not that great 😀
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Had mine a a year and agree with you pretty much 100%
@@TheMatlockBiker thank you 😊 I love it 😀
My add on bits are..hand guards, engine bars, centre stand, foot wind deflectors, rear hugger , fork protectors, instrument protection , radiator protection and a fender extender…..oh and Velcro for the most annoying battery cover….hehe
@karlhoward2737 did you fit factory engine bars or third party?
@@hartmoto2064 hi…firstly I enjoyed your video….I agree about practicing U turns…and good idea to use rain mode…..I would say that riding the DCT, really improves your throttle and back brake and really low speed riding….yeah my upgrades, the hand guards are GIVI…fitted at my island dealer, the engine bars are GIVI, they are the low down version, again fitted by my dealer…the fender extender, a real must, I fitted….the hugger was fitted by my dealer due to a stubborn bolt that I could not undo in trying to mount the rear hugger…..and my fix the bloody battery cover I use Velcro, for a very easy off and on of cover…few other accessories I have, a brilliant USB charged tyre pump, I can put that into the trunk…I prefer trunk as in T for Tank….Frunk I dislike…personal choice…I bought some tyre puncture grommets….just in case and a trickle charger for in between rides…..would you suggest a taller screen…..anyway, love the bike, mine is the Grey and Silver…done about 3k since January last year, on an island 9 miles by 5 miles…go out a few times a week, two hour long rides….love it…but hate the awful Jersey roads.cheers and safe riding.
@karlhoward2737 Thank you for your comments, the tall screen works well for me as I am only 5ft 7" tall, it certainly helps to keep some of the weather off when the rain comes in, I could recommend heated grips aswell 😀
Bought my 2021 DCT after seeing a review by TH-camr Mr Fish. Stepped down from a 2016 Crosstourer DCT which was just too top heavy at my advanced age!
@@kevinf-b5065 I hope you are enjoying your new bike
Don't forget that the NC is very easy to service too
@@kevindarkstar good shout 👏 👌
I own a 2018 NC750X with manual transmission. To me the only real downside of the NC is the chain drive. The NC is a bike that definitely deserves something better, either shaft or belt, it's Honda's practical motorcycle, but there's just nothing practical about chain drive. But apart from the chain it really is a great bike.
@olethorhermansen5696 I agree that a shaft driven version would be well received 👍
I replaced the awful OE Dunlops with Metzeller tyres, totally transformed the road holding
@kevinf-b5065 interesting 🤔 I've heard that about the tyres from other owners, I think I will change to the Metzellers as and when they need changing 👍
I'd personally vouch for the Michelin Road pilot 5's great tyre 😊 which are fitted to my nc750s
Not thought of dumping the stock exhaust can for something smaller, lighter and sounds better like the GRmoto can 🤔
@kevindarkstar not at the moment but might consider it in the future, I have a Triumph 765R with an Arrow exhaust so that fulfills my needs 😀
Been riding my 2022 model NC750X DCT for a fair while now and really like it. However the stock seat sorry to say it total dogshit for comfort! That's since been rectified with additional memory foam added and it's even better now. Great bike, not so great stock seat..👍🏻
@Drpepper99uk It's great to hear you are enjoying the NC750X DCT. It was definitely a bike I overlooked thinking it wasn't upto much, how wrong was I 😀
Totally agree about the seat. Fitted a gel pad to mine and all good.
@kbmoore01 👍
No fendaextender? Been to the Picos de Europa and Pyrenees, down the West coast of France all without any fault
@kevinf-b5065 wow very envious 😃
12:49 your wrong, this myth came out of the lead designer making a joke about it at the original 2012 launch, and also the NC was the first honda bike on which their car division helped with the whole engine design for I believe two years, but regardless of the time frame they cooperated with the bike side on its design, so yes it does bare a lot of similarities to the car engine especially if you look at the valve gear ect, but it's not literally 'half a jazz engine' 😊
@kevindarkstar thanks for the info regarding the engine, if my memory serves me correctly I read an article in a motorcycle magazine stating the engine was half of a Honda jazz 👍
@@hartmoto2064 yeah I believe that was another way that the myth was spread, one or two motorcycle mags published story's which I think came from the previously mentioned lead designer making a joke at the NC launch 😉