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Thanks not using music in the video, because I prefer to hear the sound of the mechanic! I'm not very good in english, but i like your accent because i can understand nearly everything! So, thank you! Wish u good ride! keep safe! >o
Thanks Pierre! 😁 Try to improve it, thanks also to you and your tips. I really wanted in this video to let the engine sound speak more. Greetings and all the best! 👍🏍️💨
I love the torque at low RPM. For me it's a nearly perfect bike. Thanks for the vid and the hint to the seat supplier. I will check it out later.... Ride safe ... Safe ride!
I just did my first >250km ride with new Top Sellerie (lowered) seat. Very nice product: looks get 5 stars from me, fitting 3, and comfort 4. Value for money 4. Still I'm going to get a saddlemaker to do me a gel insert on the original seat bottoms, as the Top Sellerie isn't quite low enough (for me). Shudda got an S, but the X looks got me. So we lowered it a bit.
Thank you, your reviews are very well done ,explained and unique compared to others that review bikes. Keep up the great work and don't change a thing !
Excellent review a lot of good information. 0 to 100kmh 4 1/2 seconds plenty fast enough for me! I think this would be the best bike for me. Nice to know it has traction control and abs. Thank you for this review safe riding to you.
Great review, so much better when it's the actual owner, who gives a comprehensive breakdown after 10k that is just so useful, I have ordered the 750S version, as the X is too tall , test ride, bike just suited me, and replaces an NTV650 another awesome low revving machine, will miss the shaft drive.
I loved my ntv600 revere,did over 100 thousand on it, bought the ntv650 and after 37 thousand some ar--le nicked it😩got a cbf500 now done 111 thousand thinking of getting one of these to replace they old girl,never get rid of her mind
I have a 2015 DCT model of the Honda NC750. I commute over 110 miles a day on it, mostly motorway. I have a Puig windscreen otherwise the bike is standard. I ride for economy and as such I regularly get an indicated 99.9mpg (the max the display will show). The only improvements I would like to see would be cruise control as there is a bad vibe at cruising speeds through the bars, and also shaft drive to cut down on maintenance.
@@jimgordon3468 99.9 actually, and most likely more as the digital display is not capable of reading into four digits. I achieve this by riding at a steady 50mph. I work shifts, regularly leaving home at 03:00am so doing this speed is not an issue to other road users such as lorries. I achieve this mpg on EVERY tank of fuel when commuting to work is the sole use.
@@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne I currently own a CB500X and I'm thinking of purchasing the NC for my next bike. Like you I commute around 100 miles each day for work. 5% country lanes, 90% motorway and 5% city riding. On the motorway I ride at a steady 60-65 mph and I'm getting on average 93/95 MPG all year round. Do you think this is achieved or better on the NC ??? Also I fill up every 4th day meaning in 3 days of riding I covering 280 miles with 4ish lts left in the tank. 1) So how many miles would you get from a full tank with your riding? 2) what's the mileage on yours, how long do you think the live of a DCT is? 3) and would you recommend the NC ????
Hello Mark! To answer straight to your questions : You can get over 400 Km (248 miles) with one tank, I have 25,000 Km so far done with the bike and zi can definitely recomand it!
@@markjenkins905 Not sure what I would get from a tank as I fill up every 2 days (220 miles) my bike is now on 18k and sweet as a nut but I do have it maintained well. I have seen them advertised with stellar mileage on them so clearly they are able to plod on, but that's no surprise as it revs so low compared to almost every other bike.I would 100% recommend the NC750, especially the DCT version.....it's just so easy to ride. On a final note, it is the longest I have ever owned a bike for. Usually they are gone within 18 months...
Thanks for the video. I think that Honda missed a trick when they still used the foot pedal for the rear brake on the DCT model, I would have liked it to have been on the left handlebar, scooterwise :)
Funnily enough, had they had fitted footpegs to the NC750D Integra rather than having the usual scooter footboards then I probably would have bought one of those rather than the 750X. Must be age catching up with me.
Great Channel Great Bik Great Person , this will be my next bike i love comfort, my friends dont like DCT but i only say yeah go and pick shovel i will take the tractor, ride safe bro good work
Hi guys I own two NC bikes. One 2013 NC700S, with 95000km and a NC750S from 2014 with 21000km. Reason is I do all my maintenance and I need transportation ( no car) I like to throw a few things out there: 1) I only use full synthetic oil 10w40. And I change the oil every 3000km. Oil comes out dark brown not black. I would never go over the 4000km as an absolute max. The NC700S has as new compression with 95000km. Sorry to say I would not buy your bike knowing about how long you have oil change intervals...... No matter what your dealer recommends. But it's your bike and off course you may do as you please. 2) I chose the S version because having had a 650 Versys that gave me buffeting wind caused by the windshield. The S version as a naked bike has only a tiny shield to cover the instrument cluster and all I get is clean air from the oncoming air but zero buffeting. Maybe you should give it a try towards the smallest possible windshield. 3) I do agree on the seat and have modified it myself by adding foam to the front since I was sliding forward on the stock seat. 4) Best tires for pure asphalt rain or dry imo are the Michelin pilot road 4 and 5. 5) Nicest aftermarket slip on to my ears is the GPR deeptone. Over all I can say that the NC bikes in my opinion are the most versatile bikes out there if you take fuel economy, ease of maintenance and practicality into consideration. Thumbs up to your effort to present a video which I can't claim for myself. Safe rides 👍🏍
Thank you for taking the time and write from your experience. Since 2016 engine from the bike and also the gearbox it's at his 3rd generation if I am not mistaken, can be that some specifications have changed so far. All I know regarding the oil is that at 8500 Km it was like new, changed first time at 1000 km an then 8500 (so 7000 Km change interval) I will make a video with the oil condition at 18,000 Km after a 10.000 km change interval. Drive safe and all the best!
Absolutely nothing justifies changing the oil before the recommended interval of 12,000 km. Or once a year. Dark oil does not indicate that it should be changed either, document yourself on the subject. Oil technology has greatly improved, I understand it can be difficult to understand 12,000 km oil changes when 30 or 40 years ago 5000 km was the norm. But... Boys will be Boys, if it makes you feel better and you enjoy changing your oil, i definitely understand! nothing wrong with changing it more often! :)
@@indigo196799 Black oil is a sign of higher concentration of contaminants. Those contaminants cause more wear and tear in your engine, that is a fact. When exactly that level is reached is of course debatable since other factors like short stop and go use, cold starts etcetera do have a contributing factor. Most people in today's society treat motorcycles as a disposable product that they use a few seasons and then dispose of them by selling them to faithful buyers and let them sort out the drama. Not saying that applies to you or the guy in the video, just generally speaking. I have the resources to change the oil rather sooner than later and as I mentioned before would not buy a used bike unless I know the owner personally and are absolutely sure of how the engine was treated. Today's motorcycle oil are of course more advanced compared to 1950' stuff, however 12000km is too long. But hey the sooner you'll be buying a new bike, right stimulating the economy, ( which I do by buying more oil and filters LOL) 😬 Safe rides 👍🏍
So with a 30” inseam and permanent nerve damage issues in my back here’s what I did. Got a lowering kit for the rear and dropped it 1.6 inches, ran the fork tubes up the triple trees 1 inch and removed the beak in the front while adding gators to the forks. Tides better looks better is better for me
Good review. I bought a Puig windshield (with fittings that allowed me to raise it up). Unfortunately I had to remove it as it just put the buffeting straight onto my helmet. It would be fine for anyone 6ft tall or less though. Things I hate? Just the worlds worst seat, the overly complicated and/or hidden fixings for the body panels (but I suppose Honda want to put us off doing our own maintenance) and the LED lights (as there is nothing wrong with H4 bulbs and I don't think the LED is very good in daylight when you want drivers to see you). Personally I would be happy if it was fitted with shaft drive as I don't want to be doing chain maintenance on long trips. As you say, fuel consumption is excellent but I would like the fuel tank size to be increased by filling some of the space above the rear wheel as the suspension travel is not that great. If you are doing large distances filling up 2 or 3 times a day gets old. It is a pity that Honda don't make a touring version of this bike as it would be ideal with a full fairing.
I ride 20k a year on this bike I bought the same screen it stops the wind in the face however it buffers at the side of the helmet as does the original. I took off the screen completely it puts your helmet in clean air very comfortable at 130kmph Try it you won't put it back on 👍
@@grahammawdsley4864 I will try to include a test without windshield on my next review close to other requests from all subscribers! Thank you again for the hint ! 🏍🏍🏍😎
Hi There, On the hot starting issue you should try this: Before you turn ignition on, hold throttle fully open with engine cut off switch on. Hold in this position and turn ignition on. Wait for fuel pump to finish cycling, then press starter.... Bike should start fine. I had the same problem on CBF1000F. This sequence solved it. I presume too much fuel was getting to the plugs when hot and fouling them? Nice review 👍
I have the same issue with the LED headlight that you described with my Tiger 800. The auxiliary lights help but it’s not a perfect solution. I previously had an older Tiger 800 and the twin halogen lights were fantastic! Best headlights ever on a motorcycle that I’ve experienced. I think manufacturers need to improve their LED headlights overall to get them to the output of 55/60 watt bulbs with good reflectors.
Would love to get a 750DCT. I own a CTX700 DCT and it's missing a the oompf I need to sometimes get out of the way of things. But beyond that, its a great bike, so I can imagine this being a better bike.
@@stepbackandthink deppending what are you looking for a bike. This one is not the most powerfull but it has many other advantages like amazing fuel efficiency, great handling and automatic DCT transmision
Nice video! I also have the 2019 dct. Never had that starting issue. Which grade of octane fuel are you using? I use 93 octane fuel. She starts the first time and runs beautifully!
Hi there! Thank you a lot for bringing this topic !!! I use as recomanded 95 octane fuel from OMV which seems to be good quality and the start issue it's ONLY on high summer temperatures and VERY rare. If I use 95 octane but from another petrol station than OMV for ex. the issue never ocures. This brings me back what the dealer told me that this engine it's design to run better with worse quality petrol as YOU are using 93 octane 😁 So to resume: 95 octane or higher plus high temperature = possible missfire and 93 or lower octane with or without low temperature = perfect running engine start 😁 Greetings!
This video was very thorough, thank you. I liked how you explained the changes in gears speeds from the Manual mode. I haven't ridden mine yet in the Manual yet but if I went from Drive to Manual would the bike have a jerking feel when the revs are matched or it changes smoothly?
When you up shift and you have a constant throttle, the change it's done very smoothly, same when you leave the bike to gear down at low revs. Only on Drive mode, depending if the chain it's loose or not the change you can call it 'harder'. In general with DCT you don't have to worry so much, greetings!
I'm also an oil change fanatic... I never trust the dealer because they don't want cars/bikes to last more than 5 years. For the price of good oil and filter it's just worth doing and easy.... Of course I have to do my CRF250R every 10 hours so oil/filter changes are normal for me... Do you ever regret getting the DCT rather than the manual box?
I have 35,000 km on my 2016 nc750x dct. I tried both transmissions and definitely dont regret chosing the dct. Went on many forum and seems like everyone prefers the dct. It really works great!
@@indigo196799 I agree. And I saw the same. DCT is generally popular and a lot of bikers are surprised that they like it. I had to choose the DCT model (because of disabilities). I've been riding a Moto Guzzi I-Convert with a sidecar for the last 10 years (and still do). The 750X is my first 2 wheeler since my accident. I love it! I gotta say it is brilliant that I dont have to shift (coz I can't any more). For readers who havent tried DCT, here's what it means: 1. Low speed control and manoevering without a clutch requires a different technique (lots more emphasis on using on the back brake). Dont think you know everything. Learn it. It's challenging. The Honda throttle is so light and responsive, (exactly the opposite of a Guzzi) so this takes practice. 2. Doing a cone slalom exercise at 30kph with the bike switching between gear 2 and 3 can sometimes leave you off the power when leaning over. That's going to happen in any bend if you come in too hot and close the throttle - so get used to it! Learn how to approach and drive through bends on the gas, like you always should, and you wont get caught out - the box won't switch down if you keep a little bit of throttle on - but again its a new 'feel' to master with the DCT. When you set up for a bend (whether you select the gear or the bike does it for you), you've still got to get the speed right, and the revs right, look through the bend and plant it on the right line, enjoying that riding-on-rails feeling when you nail it. So I don't miss any challenge or fun in the twistys. Shifting up is optimal and effortless and the DCT box (also) shifts short - that's the NC bit and delivers part of your fuel economy. So yes, you might get up there faster in manual, but that's not the point. You really do get to relax more, and that means you can pay more attention to traffic, scenery, and ride pleasure. and grow to appreciate that very quickly. For those who put a lot of store on an adrenaline rush (drive safe!), its not going to be the DCT part, but the NC's engine that's not going to meet with approval. It's not designed with power band smiles as a priority. But it does everything I like and want!
I also bought the Madstad Windshield for my bike. It's wider and adjustability is better than the stock version. That one sucks. I'm 5'9-5'10 so I needed a better windshield and it's made a world of difference for me. I also picked up the Givi Engine Guards but have yet to put them on. I'm also going to replace the stock pegs with a lower attachment and a flatter foot peg. I like to ride for longer periods and the stock ones can be tiring.
Hi Branko! Thank you for the comment! You are indeed tall so you have to make some modifimodifications: higher windshield plus wind deflector. Lower Footpegs (I would recomand the SW Motech Evo), handlebar risers and perhaps you can higher the seat. Speak with your dealer see if he can help you regarding this. Make sure you ride the bike before and test it's ergonomy according to your own height and weight. Check your the rest of my videos regarding the accessories and top 10 must haves. Hope that helps. Greetings!
194cm here and I find it very comfortable "nc750stuff" on youtube has suggestions for improvements. I have fitted lower footpegs and handlebar risers (£70 and £20 on fleabay) and altered the seat slope (essential alteration if you want to go any distance). I have left the screen stock as the Puig caused WAY too much turbulence right on my helmet even with fittings to raise the screen by 10cm. This summer I may experiment with fitting a lower screen just to try it out. It is the best bike I have ever had by far. Best wishes.
if it is anything like previous years they will change the colour of something minor. I get the idea that Honda have lost their way with normal motorcycles. Last year they told the motoring press they where thinking of making a "middle-weight" tourer based on the Africa twin ! When did 1000cc = middleweight ? With few changes they could turn the NC into a good tourer....
Salutare! Superba Honda asta, ma tot uit la ea de ceva timp. Ma bate gandul sa o fac my first bike. Cu greutatea cred ca ma descurc, mometan umblu cu un Piaggio MP3 300 care are aproximativ 214 kg. Am vazut ca saua este la 830mm ... aici am eu emotii, daca e ok pt mine tinand cont ca am 1.71. Ce parere ai?
Salutare, trebuie să mergi să te urci pe ea, încearcă să vezi exact. Este posibil să lași șaua mai jos dar din ce am văzut eu la cineva nu arată foarte bine. La 1,71m ai putea atinge cu vârfurile. Multă baftă!
I wonder if the starting issue is because it is not setting the automatic choke fast enough or not correctly? Then when you start the second time it is correct?
Don't know...the dealer says that it's also same in Afrika Twin, it's design to run with low octane gasoline and if the gasoline it's a quality one can give a missfire sometimes. I noticed that if you leave it for 3 seconds after you put the ignition on you reduce completely the chances for this missfire. This ocures only when outside are higher temperatures...now in winter never had this problem.
O am de anul trecut din August Am făcut aproximativ 5000 km pana acum Absolut nici o problema Nu am vrut neapărat cu DCT dar am găsit o în Germania la un preț foarte bun, am zis sa încerc și acum nu regret Mi am montat kit schimbător de viteze la picior și e foarte fain. E ca și cum ai avea quickshifter și blipper Daca ar avea cu 15-20 cai putere în plus ar fii motocicleta ideala
I am thinking of getting a DCT 750. My one concern is the weight of the bike - Not from the point of view of the ride - In my experience most bikes feel OK when you are actually moving, It is the weight when you are actually manoeuvring the bike with the engine off - for example moving it in the garage or in parking places or when transporting it on a ferry etc. My last bike was a BMW R1200R which I only sold because it was so hard for me in the above circumstances. This is an important aspect and one that is hardly ever mentioned by the biking press but is an important consideration. I would really appreciate your experiences and advice. Thanks
Hi there ! Thank you for asking this, I can tell you this: - indeed the weight (230 Kg) it is a lot for a bike of this size, I also sometimes feel it quite heavy, especialy if your are used with lighter bikes. - positive is that the weight distribution its very good: 52% front and 48% rear and also the very low center of gravity and you can easily move the bike using some techniques like lying it to the body (lower part of the body - legs) and most of the weight its better distribuited. - If you are going off road then its quite difficult to handle it because of the weight and at low speeds you feel its weight more - to move it to the garage daily should not represent a problem ... - positive its also that even the bike its heavy its not so big (massive/tall) if you compare it with other bikes from its category. Hope that helps! Greetings!
Salut, sigur te poti descurca fara probleme cu ea. Cel mai sigur este sa o testezi personal la unul din dealeri, pana la urma tu trebuie sa simti exact daca este pentru tine !
Hi there! I would say it's just OK. It could have been 10% better, never had a problem to stop in time, but considering the 230 Kg weight 2 front discs could have been perfect. Don't get me wrong, it's an efficient brake, but it's not perfect. Hope that helps, greetings
Hi Mesut! Only 95 as recomanded in the manual. It works fine with lower octane gasoline also but has to be unleaded of course 😉 Hope it helps!
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@@IdealBike you have mentioned in the video that the bike stops with the lower octane gasoline. I actually curioused about which octane it stops for the first time when you fire the bike. I'm also using 95 octane gasoline and never faced such a kind of case ever. :)
@@IdealBike Hhehe I mean that has two positions on and off with no intermediate position! It's just a joke! I'm considering buy this bike, because in this momment I have a Yamaha Supertenere 1200 but is too big and doesn't fit very well for my current use: Conmmuting. I think this bike is pefect for conmuting but I don't if 54 HP are enough for more porposals than only conmuting to work
@@ponchomonte hehehe ! Now I get it! It's perfect for commuting, and don't be tricked by 54HP, with the DCT you have the feeling that it has 70-80 HP. Also for traveling long distances you can considering this bike with such an amazing fuel consumption. I traveled with no problems even 800 Km per day, you can check out my other travel motovlogs. Also I so many others traveling arround the world with this bike (on Pamir Highway on snow for example) Indeed some modifications had to be made: new seat, windshield, footpegs, tyres... Greetings! 😁
Hi. I live in Brazil and my next motorcicle (or "moto" as we say here) will be a NC750X. Your video help me to confirm what I saw in others reviews: that this "moto" is perfect for what I need. About the tires in Brazil we have almost all you listed except Continental. I like to take some offroads so I think that would be best Avon or Pirelli. And about the seat, we have in my city a great guy that do amazing works in this subjet: see at www.peninhabancoscustom.com.br And finally, about the lights maybe you could install some auxiliary light. Thanks a lot.
Hi there and thank you for the comment! I can recomand you for the tyres Pirelli MT60 RS they are just great as a dual sport 60/40 tyres. I will make a review about them soon. Greetings!
@@IdealBike Thank you for the information. I'm waiting for the comments about Pirelli. Have a nice weekend and if you come to Brazil one day come to Curitiba, my city in South Brazil.
spoil people make changes to their bikes.... go to poor country, they will love this bike the way it is... in India and other Asian countries, they ride 40km on their steel bicycle to work, thru mountains, stones, snow etc.. and come.back with no complaints...day in day out.... in western countries, brain washed by the media, they need a mtb as soon as the road become a little ruffer and when rain or snow comes, they need a new bike.....lol
Hi there ! I can understand your opinion. Before this bike I had first a Motorized bicycle and it was so fun to riding it. After this came a 50cc Lifan Moped with which I made more than 22,000 Km it was amazing, fuel consumption outside town was 1,3% :)) For me it was a perfect bike. Then I wanted to travel longer distances and searched for a motorcyle ... I wanted a 125cc Honda Super Cub first, but I ended with this NC750X. It is important to focus more on the rides and on the joy and fun that brings to us. Greetings !
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@@thetubelesschannel Thanks a lot ! Same good wishes regarding your channel! 👍
Saw your channel in another video and man, thank you so much for your reviews. If I finally get the biker license I'm going to buy this beautiful bike for sure. One new suscriber, and again thank you for your content 👍
Thanks not using music in the video, because I prefer to hear the sound of the mechanic!
I'm not very good in english, but i like your accent because i can understand nearly everything!
So, thank you! Wish u good ride! keep safe!
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Thanks Pierre! 😁 Try to improve it, thanks also to you and your tips. I really wanted in this video to let the engine sound speak more. Greetings and all the best! 👍🏍️💨
These are fantastic bikes. The 2019 model is by far my most favourite model of then all.
Thanks for the comment 👍
I love the torque at low RPM. For me it's a nearly perfect bike. Thanks for the vid and the hint to the seat supplier. I will check it out later.... Ride safe ... Safe ride!
Thank you man for taking the time to write this message! Ride safe and keep in touch!
I just did my first >250km ride with new Top Sellerie (lowered) seat. Very nice product: looks get 5 stars from me, fitting 3, and comfort 4. Value for money 4. Still I'm going to get a saddlemaker to do me a gel insert on the original seat bottoms, as the Top Sellerie isn't quite low enough (for me). Shudda got an S, but the X looks got me. So we lowered it a bit.
@@amp2amp800 maybe you can share a video with us
@@IdealBike th-cam.com/video/SmS-ioPWDbU/w-d-xo.html
@@amp2amp800 great thanks a lot! Looks very confortable especialy for the pilion 😁
Thank you, your reviews are very well done ,explained and unique compared to others that review bikes. Keep up the great work and don't change a thing !
Thanks lot! I will try :) greetings!
I fitted a SHAD seat to my NC. A vast improvement. I also junked the stock tyres and fitted Michelins. Also a vast improvement.
I was thinking to buy Shinko or Avon tyres, still searching
Excellent review a lot of good information. 0 to 100kmh 4 1/2 seconds plenty fast enough for me! I think this would be the best bike for me. Nice to know it has traction control and abs. Thank you for this review safe riding to you.
Thank you Glenn ! Ride safe!
Great review, so much better when it's the actual owner, who gives a comprehensive breakdown after 10k that is just so useful, I have ordered the 750S version, as the X is too tall , test ride, bike just suited me, and replaces an NTV650 another awesome low revving machine, will miss the shaft drive.
Thanks! I try to cover what I couldnt found on TH-cam before buying the bike...
I loved my ntv600 revere,did over 100 thousand on it, bought the ntv650 and after 37 thousand some ar--le nicked it😩got a cbf500 now done 111 thousand thinking of getting one of these to replace they old girl,never get rid of her mind
I have a 2015 DCT model of the Honda NC750. I commute over 110 miles a day on it, mostly motorway. I have a Puig windscreen otherwise the bike is standard. I ride for economy and as such I regularly get an indicated 99.9mpg (the max the display will show). The only improvements I would like to see would be cruise control as there is a bad vibe at cruising speeds through the bars, and also shaft drive to cut down on maintenance.
Are you doing 10mph? 99mpg? I think not.
@@jimgordon3468 99.9 actually, and most likely more as the digital display is not capable of reading into four digits. I achieve this by riding at a steady 50mph. I work shifts, regularly leaving home at 03:00am so doing this speed is not an issue to other road users such as lorries. I achieve this mpg on EVERY tank of fuel when commuting to work is the sole use.
@@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne I currently own a CB500X and I'm thinking of purchasing the NC for my next bike. Like you I commute around 100 miles each day for work. 5% country lanes, 90% motorway and 5% city riding. On the motorway I ride at a steady 60-65 mph and I'm getting on average 93/95 MPG all year round. Do you think this is achieved or better on the NC ??? Also I fill up every 4th day meaning in 3 days of riding I covering 280 miles with 4ish lts left in the tank.
1) So how many miles would you get from a full tank with your riding?
2) what's the mileage on yours, how long do you think the live of a DCT is?
3) and would you recommend the NC ????
Hello Mark!
To answer straight to your questions :
You can get over 400 Km (248 miles) with one tank, I have 25,000 Km so far done with the bike and zi can definitely recomand it!
@@markjenkins905 Not sure what I would get from a tank as I fill up every 2 days (220 miles) my bike is now on 18k and sweet as a nut but I do have it maintained well. I have seen them advertised with stellar mileage on them so clearly they are able to plod on, but that's no surprise as it revs so low compared to almost every other bike.I would 100% recommend the NC750, especially the DCT version.....it's just so easy to ride. On a final note, it is the longest I have ever owned a bike for. Usually they are gone within 18 months...
Thanks for the video. I think that Honda missed a trick when they still used the foot pedal for the rear brake on the DCT model, I would have liked it to have been on the left handlebar, scooterwise :)
Haha, that's not a bad ideea :)))))
I'm sure it could be modified - mine is - for me FRONT brake (and throttle) on the left. Its a great "anti-thief" device.
Funnily enough, had they had fitted footpegs to the NC750D Integra rather than having the usual scooter footboards then I probably would have bought one of those rather than the 750X. Must be age catching up with me.
Muchisimas gracias por compartir este estupendo análisis tan detallado. Un abrazo y que sigas disfrutando mucho esta estupenda moto.
Great Channel Great Bik Great Person , this will be my next bike i love comfort, my friends dont like DCT but i only say yeah go and pick shovel i will take the tractor, ride safe bro good work
Thank you, I highly appreciate it! 🙏
Hi there ! I love your review, it is very comprehensiv and detaliled. I also like your first review that un made on summer!
Keep on and ride safe !
Thank you Ion ! Regards,
Hi guys
I own two NC bikes. One 2013 NC700S, with 95000km and a NC750S from 2014 with 21000km.
Reason is I do all my maintenance and I need transportation ( no car)
I like to throw a few things out there:
1) I only use full synthetic oil 10w40. And I change the oil every 3000km. Oil comes out dark brown not black. I would never go over the 4000km as an absolute max. The NC700S has as new compression with 95000km.
Sorry to say I would not buy your bike knowing about how long you have oil change intervals......
No matter what your dealer recommends. But it's your bike and off course you may do as you please.
2) I chose the S version because having had a 650 Versys that gave me buffeting wind caused by the windshield. The S version as a naked bike has only a tiny shield to cover the instrument cluster and all I get is clean air from the oncoming air but zero buffeting.
Maybe you should give it a try towards the smallest possible windshield.
3) I do agree on the seat and have modified it myself by adding foam to the front since I was sliding forward on the stock seat.
4) Best tires for pure asphalt rain or dry imo are the Michelin pilot road 4 and 5.
5) Nicest aftermarket slip on to my ears is the GPR deeptone.
Over all I can say that the NC bikes in my opinion are the most versatile bikes out there if you take fuel economy, ease of maintenance and practicality into consideration.
Thumbs up to your effort to present a video which I can't claim for myself.
Safe rides 👍🏍
Thank you for taking the time and write from your experience. Since 2016 engine from the bike and also the gearbox it's at his 3rd generation if I am not mistaken, can be that some specifications have changed so far. All I know regarding the oil is that at 8500 Km it was like new, changed first time at 1000 km an then 8500 (so 7000 Km change interval) I will make a video with the oil condition at 18,000 Km after a 10.000 km change interval.
Drive safe and all the best!
Absolutely nothing justifies changing the oil before the recommended interval of 12,000 km. Or once a year. Dark oil does not indicate that it should be changed either, document yourself on the subject. Oil technology has greatly improved, I understand it can be difficult to understand 12,000 km oil changes when 30 or 40 years ago 5000 km was the norm. But... Boys will be Boys, if it makes you feel better and you enjoy changing your oil, i definitely understand! nothing wrong with changing it more often! :)
@@indigo196799
Black oil is a sign of higher concentration of contaminants.
Those contaminants cause more wear and tear in your engine, that is a fact. When exactly that level is reached is of course debatable since other factors like short stop and go use, cold starts etcetera do have a contributing factor.
Most people in today's society treat motorcycles as a disposable product that they use a few seasons and then dispose of them by selling them to faithful buyers and let them sort out the drama. Not saying that applies to you or the guy in the video, just generally speaking. I have the resources to change the oil rather sooner than later and as I mentioned before would not buy a used bike unless I know the owner personally and are absolutely sure of how the engine was treated.
Today's motorcycle oil are of course more advanced compared to 1950' stuff, however 12000km is too long. But hey the sooner you'll be buying a new bike, right stimulating the economy, ( which I do by buying more oil and filters LOL) 😬
Safe rides 👍🏍
I have 90,000 miles on my '14 NC700X and have done oil changes every 6,000 miles.
My oil of preference is shell rotella T6 5w-40 full synthetic made for diesel trucks.
So with a 30” inseam and permanent nerve damage issues in my back here’s what I did. Got a lowering kit for the rear and dropped it 1.6 inches, ran the fork tubes up the triple trees 1 inch and removed the beak in the front while adding gators to the forks. Tides better looks better is better for me
Good information on the drive mode in the turns. I did not know this.
Glad it was useful for you!
Thanks for the review - very honest, earnest and helpful.
Thank you, I appreciate it!
Good review. I bought a Puig windshield (with fittings that allowed me to raise it up). Unfortunately I had to remove it as it just put the buffeting straight onto my helmet. It would be fine for anyone 6ft tall or less though. Things I hate? Just the worlds worst seat, the overly complicated and/or hidden fixings for the body panels (but I suppose Honda want to put us off doing our own maintenance) and the LED lights (as there is nothing wrong with H4 bulbs and I don't think the LED is very good in daylight when you want drivers to see you). Personally I would be happy if it was fitted with shaft drive as I don't want to be doing chain maintenance on long trips.
As you say, fuel consumption is excellent but I would like the fuel tank size to be increased by filling some of the space above the rear wheel as the suspension travel is not that great. If you are doing large distances filling up 2 or 3 times a day gets old.
It is a pity that Honda don't make a touring version of this bike as it would be ideal with a full fairing.
Thanks a lot for sharing with us and for the comment. Hope Honda listens to our feedback and fix at least some of the mentioned topics. Greetings!
That would be amazing
This bike would be cool with a full fairing like the Goldwing
Great review. I've had mine a couple of years and it's always in sports2 mode. Also, never used the handbrake once!
Thanks for the comment! And how do you park the bike on a ramp without the handbrake?
I ride 20k a year on this bike
I bought the same screen it stops the wind in the face however it buffers at the side of the helmet as does the original.
I took off the screen completely it puts your helmet in clean air very comfortable at 130kmph
Try it you won't put it back on 👍
Thanks for the tip
@@IdealBike if you try it let me know what you think. The only problem I found is that I now have a tall screen for sale 😂
@@grahammawdsley4864 I will try to include a test without windshield on my next review close to other requests from all subscribers! Thank you again for the hint ! 🏍🏍🏍😎
@@grahammawdsley4864 Hi there ! Check out my latest video, I just listen to your advice and tested the bike without the windshield :) Thanks again!
Good idea. Now I need to find someone who makes a small screen just to tidy up the front end....
Hi There,
On the hot starting issue you should try this:
Before you turn ignition on, hold throttle fully open with engine cut off switch on. Hold in this position and turn ignition on. Wait for fuel pump to finish cycling, then press starter....
Bike should start fine. I had the same problem on CBF1000F.
This sequence solved it. I presume too much fuel was getting to the plugs when hot and fouling them?
Nice review 👍
Thanks a lot for sharing that solution. So far since this video didn't encounter this issue anymore. Greetings!
I have the same issue with the LED headlight that you described with my Tiger 800. The auxiliary lights help but it’s not a perfect solution. I previously had an older Tiger 800 and the twin halogen lights were fantastic! Best headlights ever on a motorcycle that I’ve experienced. I think manufacturers need to improve their LED headlights overall to get them to the output of 55/60 watt bulbs with good reflectors.
in 2021 , with all this new technology we cannot accept excuses for poor motorcycle lights.
Would love to get a 750DCT. I own a CTX700 DCT and it's missing a the oompf I need to sometimes get out of the way of things. But beyond that, its a great bike, so I can imagine this being a better bike.
with some specific improvements (like I mentioned it on the video) this bike can be almost perfect considering also the other pros of it
This bike does not have oomph.
@@stepbackandthink deppending what are you looking for a bike. This one is not the most powerfull but it has many other advantages like amazing fuel efficiency, great handling and automatic DCT transmision
Nice video! I also have the 2019 dct. Never had that starting issue. Which grade of octane fuel are you using?
I use 93 octane fuel. She starts the first time and runs beautifully!
Hi there! Thank you a lot for bringing this topic !!! I use as recomanded 95 octane fuel from OMV which seems to be good quality and the start issue it's ONLY on high summer temperatures and VERY rare. If I use 95 octane but from another petrol station than OMV for ex. the issue never ocures. This brings me back what the dealer told me that this engine it's design to run better with worse quality petrol as YOU are using 93 octane 😁
So to resume: 95 octane or higher plus high temperature = possible missfire and 93 or lower octane with or without low temperature = perfect running engine start 😁
Greetings!
Cred că este motocicleta ideală pentru Romania. Sper sa mai faci filmulețe cu motorul. Asfalt uscat
Mulțumesc Alexandru! Nu știu dacă este ideală dar cu siguranță este unică si specială. Filmulețele vor curge în continuare cu siguranță! Baftă!
This video was very thorough, thank you. I liked how you explained the changes in gears speeds from the Manual mode. I haven't ridden mine yet in the Manual yet but if I went from Drive to Manual would the bike have a jerking feel when the revs are matched or it changes smoothly?
When you up shift and you have a constant throttle, the change it's done very smoothly, same when you leave the bike to gear down at low revs. Only on Drive mode, depending if the chain it's loose or not the change you can call it 'harder'. In general with DCT you don't have to worry so much, greetings!
@@IdealBike Awesome. Thank you very much!
I'm also an oil change fanatic... I never trust the dealer because they don't want cars/bikes to last more than 5 years. For the price of good oil and filter it's just worth doing and easy....
Of course I have to do my CRF250R every 10 hours so oil/filter changes are normal for me...
Do you ever regret getting the DCT rather than the manual box?
I don't regret at all, taking the dct it's fantastic, the manual has the gears intervals too short it's very anoying
I have 35,000 km on my 2016 nc750x dct. I tried both transmissions and definitely dont regret chosing the dct. Went on many forum and seems like everyone prefers the dct. It really works great!
@@indigo196799 I agree. And I saw the same. DCT is generally popular and a lot of bikers are surprised that they like it. I had to choose the DCT model (because of disabilities). I've been riding a Moto Guzzi I-Convert with a sidecar for the last 10 years (and still do). The 750X is my first 2 wheeler since my accident. I love it! I gotta say it is brilliant that I dont have to shift (coz I can't any more). For readers who havent tried DCT, here's what it means: 1. Low speed control and manoevering without a clutch requires a different technique (lots more emphasis on using on the back brake). Dont think you know everything. Learn it. It's challenging. The Honda throttle is so light and responsive, (exactly the opposite of a Guzzi) so this takes practice. 2. Doing a cone slalom exercise at 30kph with the bike switching between gear 2 and 3 can sometimes leave you off the power when leaning over. That's going to happen in any bend if you come in too hot and close the throttle - so get used to it! Learn how to approach and drive through bends on the gas, like you always should, and you wont get caught out - the box won't switch down if you keep a little bit of throttle on - but again its a new 'feel' to master with the DCT. When you set up for a bend (whether you select the gear or the bike does it for you), you've still got to get the speed right, and the revs right, look through the bend and plant it on the right line, enjoying that riding-on-rails feeling when you nail it. So I don't miss any challenge or fun in the twistys. Shifting up is optimal and effortless and the DCT box (also) shifts short - that's the NC bit and delivers part of your fuel economy. So yes, you might get up there faster in manual, but that's not the point. You really do get to relax more, and that means you can pay more attention to traffic, scenery, and ride pleasure. and grow to appreciate that very quickly. For those who put a lot of store on an adrenaline rush (drive safe!), its not going to be the DCT part, but the NC's engine that's not going to meet with approval. It's not designed with power band smiles as a priority. But it does everything I like and want!
@@amp2amp800 good feedback and interesting.. The general opinion then is DCT..
Good review.
Thank you !
I also bought the Madstad Windshield for my bike. It's wider and adjustability is better than the stock version. That one sucks. I'm 5'9-5'10 so I needed a better windshield and it's made a world of difference for me. I also picked up the Givi Engine Guards but have yet to put them on. I'm also going to replace the stock pegs with a lower attachment and a flatter foot peg. I like to ride for longer periods and the stock ones can be tiring.
Thanks for the imput!
Thank you very much!
You are wellcome!
Buna ziua, felicitari, apreciez tot ceea ce faceti. Aveti acest review si in limba romana ? Multumesc !
Bună ziua, vă mulțumesc pentru comentariu. Voi încerca să pun cât mai multe subtitrări pe viitor, sper să fie cu folos. Toate cele bune!
I'm going to get the nc750 and convert it to a cafe racer
its a very flexible bike, actualy you can made almost anything out of it ;)))
Hi , great video, thx. I want to buy my first bike, and nc750x looks perfect, but I'm 197cm tall, 95kg, is this to small bike for me?
Hi Branko! Thank you for the comment! You are indeed tall so you have to make some modifimodifications: higher windshield plus wind deflector. Lower Footpegs (I would recomand the SW Motech Evo), handlebar risers and perhaps you can higher the seat. Speak with your dealer see if he can help you regarding this. Make sure you ride the bike before and test it's ergonomy according to your own height and weight. Check your the rest of my videos regarding the accessories and top 10 must haves. Hope that helps. Greetings!
194cm here and I find it very comfortable "nc750stuff" on youtube has suggestions for improvements. I have fitted lower footpegs and handlebar risers (£70 and £20 on fleabay) and altered the seat slope (essential alteration if you want to go any distance). I have left the screen stock as the Puig caused WAY too much turbulence right on my helmet even with fittings to raise the screen by 10cm. This summer I may experiment with fitting a lower screen just to try it out. It is the best bike I have ever had by far. Best wishes.
Hello my friend.
Very good and informative video.
I want to ask you if you can change from automatic to manual in motion ????? ..
THANKS.
Hi there, of course, you can do basically everything anytime with the DCT gearbox
@@IdealBike Thanks a lot my friend.
Have a good trip
Change front and back tire at same time? I read this is recommended?
Yes, ai would recommend changing both tyres. The front suffers some deformation, not so noticeable, but I can influence the handling.
I wonder what changes are going to be there in the 2020 model.. what do you think?
Hi there! There are no changes for the 2020 model except colors. Since 2021 there will be something but still no informations about it. Regards!
if it is anything like previous years they will change the colour of something minor. I get the idea that Honda have lost their way with normal motorcycles. Last year they told the motoring press they where thinking of making a "middle-weight" tourer based on the Africa twin ! When did 1000cc = middleweight ? With few changes they could turn the NC into a good tourer....
Salutare! Superba Honda asta, ma tot uit la ea de ceva timp. Ma bate gandul sa o fac my first bike. Cu greutatea cred ca ma descurc, mometan umblu cu un Piaggio MP3 300 care are aproximativ 214 kg. Am vazut ca saua este la 830mm ... aici am eu emotii, daca e ok pt mine tinand cont ca am 1.71. Ce parere ai?
Salutare, trebuie să mergi să te urci pe ea, încearcă să vezi exact. Este posibil să lași șaua mai jos dar din ce am văzut eu la cineva nu arată foarte bine. La 1,71m ai putea atinge cu vârfurile. Multă baftă!
Hey, question. How fast can you switch gears manually with the DCT? Maybe an idea for a video ^_^
Hello, usually it goes very fast, especially the downshifting, in seconds. Thanks for the suggestions! 👍
Great Bike!
Indeed! Greetings!
I wonder if the starting issue is because it is not setting the automatic choke fast enough or not correctly? Then when you start the second time it is correct?
Don't know...the dealer says that it's also same in Afrika Twin, it's design to run with low octane gasoline and if the gasoline it's a quality one can give a missfire sometimes. I noticed that if you leave it for 3 seconds after you put the ignition on you reduce completely the chances for this missfire. This ocures only when outside are higher temperatures...now in winter never had this problem.
@@IdealBike Good to know about the temperature, thank you!
avand in vedere ca`i DCT, ne permite legea din Romania sa o conducem doar cu categoria B?
Salut, este o motocicletă de 750cc . Cu categoria B poți conduce mopede de 50 cc sau tricicluri
:))
Done
Frumos motor
Al meu e 2013 tot DCT
Salutare! Poate ne poți spune cum se comporta, ce probleme ai întâlnit, câți km...bafta si asfalt uscat!
O am de anul trecut din August
Am făcut aproximativ 5000 km pana acum
Absolut nici o problema
Nu am vrut neapărat cu DCT dar am găsit o în Germania la un preț foarte bun, am zis sa încerc și acum nu regret
Mi am montat kit schimbător de viteze la picior și e foarte fain. E ca și cum ai avea quickshifter și blipper
Daca ar avea cu 15-20 cai putere în plus ar fii motocicleta ideala
You need more mobile tyres for tracks.
At the moment, for the roads I am doing I go for Pirelli MT60 RS, with more dual sport purposes.
Hi, what country are you from?
Romania
I am thinking of getting a DCT 750. My one concern is the weight of the bike - Not from the point of view of the ride - In my experience most bikes feel OK when you are actually moving, It is the weight when you are actually manoeuvring the bike with the engine off - for example moving it in the garage or in parking places or when transporting it on a ferry etc. My last bike was a BMW R1200R which I only
sold because it was so hard for me in the above circumstances. This is an important aspect and one that is hardly ever mentioned by the biking press but is an important consideration. I would really appreciate your experiences and advice. Thanks
Hi there ! Thank you for asking this, I can tell you this:
- indeed the weight (230 Kg) it is a lot for a bike of this size, I also sometimes feel it quite heavy, especialy if your are used with lighter bikes.
- positive is that the weight distribution its very good: 52% front and 48% rear and also the very low center of gravity and you can easily move the bike using some techniques like lying it to the body (lower part of the body - legs) and most of the weight its better distribuited.
- If you are going off road then its quite difficult to handle it because of the weight and at low speeds you feel its weight more
- to move it to the garage daily should not represent a problem ...
- positive its also that even the bike its heavy its not so big (massive/tall) if you compare it with other bikes from its category.
Hope that helps! Greetings!
@@IdealBike Thanks for positive information. Have a test ride booked for Monday - this will also include moving the bike about with the engine off !
Salut ! E potrivita pentru o persoana de 1.89 si 85 kg ( ma refer la dimensiuni ) ? Multumesc !
Salut, sigur te poti descurca fara probleme cu ea. Cel mai sigur este sa o testezi personal la unul din dealeri, pana la urma tu trebuie sa simti exact daca este pentru tine !
Can you say something about front break?
Hi there! I would say it's just OK. It could have been 10% better, never had a problem to stop in time, but considering the 230 Kg weight 2 front discs could have been perfect. Don't get me wrong, it's an efficient brake, but it's not perfect. Hope that helps, greetings
@@IdealBike Thank you for answer the question. It's impotrant for me.
Hi, which octane you are using on this bike?
Hi Mesut! Only 95 as recomanded in the manual. It works fine with lower octane gasoline also but has to be unleaded of course 😉 Hope it helps!
@@IdealBike you have mentioned in the video that the bike stops with the lower octane gasoline. I actually curioused about which octane it stops for the first time when you fire the bike. I'm also using 95 octane gasoline and never faced such a kind of case ever. :)
your right hand is on - off man
What do you mean by that ? Just checked the video again the right hand it's on 😁
@@IdealBike Hhehe I mean that has two positions on and off with no intermediate position! It's just a joke! I'm considering buy this bike, because in this momment I have a Yamaha Supertenere 1200 but is too big and doesn't fit very well for my current use: Conmmuting. I think this bike is pefect for conmuting but I don't if 54 HP are enough for more porposals than only conmuting to work
@@ponchomonte hehehe ! Now I get it!
It's perfect for commuting, and don't be tricked by 54HP, with the DCT you have the feeling that it has 70-80 HP. Also for traveling long distances you can considering this bike with such an amazing fuel consumption. I traveled with no problems even 800 Km per day, you can check out my other travel motovlogs. Also I so many others traveling arround the world with this bike (on Pamir Highway on snow for example)
Indeed some modifications had to be made: new seat, windshield, footpegs, tyres... Greetings! 😁
You are not going to spot any hazards in town at those speeds, accident waiting to happen.
Hi. I live in Brazil and my next motorcicle (or "moto" as we say here) will be a NC750X. Your video help me to confirm what I saw in others reviews: that this "moto" is perfect for what I need.
About the tires in Brazil we have almost all you listed except Continental. I like to take some offroads so I think that would be best Avon or Pirelli.
And about the seat, we have in my city a great guy that do amazing works in this subjet: see at www.peninhabancoscustom.com.br
And finally, about the lights maybe you could install some auxiliary light.
Thanks a lot.
Hi there and thank you for the comment! I can recomand you for the tyres Pirelli MT60 RS they are just great as a dual sport 60/40 tyres. I will make a review about them soon. Greetings!
@@IdealBike Thank you for the information. I'm waiting for the comments about Pirelli.
Have a nice weekend and if you come to Brazil one day come to Curitiba, my city in South Brazil.
@@pedrobrandt7513 Thank again I will :)
Constant speeds through corners, read the road.
Cant say something nice shut mouth
SOHC engines, better CB500X more pick up & enjoys!
I was thinking about the CB500X but the DCT was decisive
Even in manual transmission the NC750X is a better bike than the CB500X. It depends on what you like and how you use it.
spoil people make changes to their bikes.... go to poor country, they will love this bike the way it is...
in India and other Asian countries, they ride 40km on their steel bicycle to work, thru mountains, stones, snow etc.. and come.back with no complaints...day in day out....
in western countries, brain washed by the media, they need a mtb as soon as the road become a little ruffer and when rain or snow comes, they need a new bike.....lol
Hi there ! I can understand your opinion. Before this bike I had first a Motorized bicycle and it was so fun to riding it. After this came a 50cc Lifan Moped with which I made more than 22,000 Km it was amazing, fuel consumption outside town was 1,3% :)) For me it was a perfect bike. Then I wanted to travel longer distances and searched for a motorcyle ... I wanted a 125cc Honda Super Cub first, but I ended with this NC750X. It is important to focus more on the rides and on the joy and fun that brings to us. Greetings !
The first 60 seconds was so annoying I quit watching
Hi there, sorry for that, the intension was to listen to the exhaust for beginning.
If any of you guys worry about reliability of the nc750x dct th-cam.com/video/esvgbn6rQlc/w-d-xo.html
Salut,
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Bafta!
mersi si tie la fel !