Nailed it once again Adrian, I’ve owned my NC just over 4 years and as you would say “ in the real world” it’s all we ever need, and I own a motorcycle business, thanks mate.
Had the NC750X for 3 years myself.. a great bike. Now since 3 years have a R nine T; a great fun bike. However; looking back at the NC it was just great. It was smooth, easy to ride, cheap. So fast forward 1 year (now 3 months ago) my sister got her motorbike licence and guess which bike we bought for her. A NC750S. Edit: if i had to choose one bike to get me to the end of the world; i would buy a NC750X in a heartbeat.
I recently changed my VFR 1200X for the NT1100 and part of that thinking was my NC750X would also go to fund the deal. However, I had a last minute change of mind and still have the NC and am so glad I did. It a terrific motorcycle👍 Enjoyed this video as always.
Phew !! Im so glad to hear your decision coz I love your videos as they relate to your NC and the maintenance, and improvements you've made etc. As you know I have an NC and you have helped me so much, So Thank you and long may it continue. Those Pies do look lovely.
Thought about letting my 2012 NC700X go but finally came to the same conclusion as you. Now at age 60, Its truly the perfect bike for me (always was)... Plus all the shared memories 🙂
The low center of gravity of the NC is easy to take for granted, until you ride another bike. I agree, it's tough to fault, and fun to ride in a competent, non-dramatic sort of way. -Tom
Hundred percent agree, to me, on my currently moment on my live, the NC750X is the best option, like you told on the video... Don't need nothing more. I LOVE my NC ❤ Best regards from Spain
Indeed, novelty wears off. There is not a day that goes by when I am not thinking about trading my near perfect bike. Trading in my NC750x was a mistake.
5 years ago I test rode the NC and the Africa Twin. The AT felt heavy and not that powerfull. I went for the NC and 70,000 km later, i never regretted it.
Love your channel. I chose nc750x as my first bike, just to learn how to ride etc... I suppose to sell it after a year, now 2 years later, I will keep it for a nother year. Lacks the power on a highway, but it is more than enough on a twisties (did Scotland's run, what a ride). Anyway, thanks for your videos, helped me a lot, did all service by myself. All the best to you, and have a safe ride !!!
I thought you might like the new Honda Transalp had some great reviews and the price would be reasonable. Has a new powerful engine and probably come in at half the price or near enough of an Africa Twin seems like a no brainer.
Maybe not in response to my comment 2 days ago, but still a great video. I enjoyed watching it while sipping my morning coffee in my office. I am following you with interest from a country quite far from Australia. As I watch your videos, my curiosity about your country increases. While passing by the Hawkesbury river today, I opened google maps with curiosity and looked at the view of the river and the Pie Sky location from there. I also loved the wide valley view at the back of Pie Sky. Your friend's curry pie review is pretty cute. Loves from Turkey..🥰🤗
I love my NC and do the most of my long distance riding with it. Fortunately I have a 2006 KLR 650 for the rougher stuff. I am also retired and a new bike is out of the reach of my pensioner budget.
I have the AT, a '17 model and am lusting for your bike.. power yes. Longer suspension yes..also a bit tall for my shorter frame and being close to your age I wouldn't be pleased if I drop it.. Love your vids..
Mr. Adrian, I love your channel. I had an NC 700. I sold it, but it was a great bike. Maybe one day I will buy another one. Thank you that you are doing so humanly, great contents. Have a nice ride.
Love you Vids, I have a 2016 NC750s Just over 57k KM, Soon to be my sons, and a 2021 (yes the new one) 750x DCT and Too are contemplating a change, you didn't mention the Brand New 750 Transalp, I am sure you in Aus will get them, My other thought is a Triumph SpeedTwin 1200............. That is a sexy good looking bike Or I could just keep the my current NC
I have a 2018, and I still can't find another motorcycle that I like better (and if there were, in these times in my country; I couldn't afford it either), when I start looking at others, I know that the time for a change will have arrived (like many other things that have happened in my life before I did not look and with the years one begins to look)
I sold my NC to fund my Africa as I have spinal issue's so the extra suspension travel on the Africa is a god send, BUT I still do miss the versatility of my old NC750. The person who bought it loves it.
The only other bike that I would suggest is a V-Strom 1000. However the new bike, computer, big tv or whatever it is does wear off no matter what you buy or upgrade. P.S your wife doesn't have any trouble keeping up on the CB500 ADV bike so I assume that's a capable machine too.
"I have no self control so it would be way too tempting to just open up that throttle and feel the power" - amen to that. I've been eyeing bikes for a while, possibly looking for an upgrade to the trusty old NC, but I can relate to that too well. Plus, here in Israel the cost of upgrading to something faster like a Tracer 900, even a used one, would cost me as much as shipping my bike to Europe and spending 4 months camping and riding around the entire continent. Now, you tell me what sounds like a better way to spend my money, I'm leaning towards the second option.
Just get one of those cheap, simple clamps for the throttle twist grip? I got one and it works remarkably well, there's nothing to go wrong with it, I am sure you won't regret it, and remember the simplest ideas are always the best.
When you talked about the suspension I think you should have added a disclaimer. You have customized yours, right? For me, the only reason to get a "better" bike would be for a more comfortable (adjustable?) suspension. The NC does perfectly fine in so many ways and any so-called upgrade will surely mean worse mpg. If mine got stolen tomorrow I don't think I've seen any other new bike that works as well for me.
i have the NC750S, i just bought the cbf1000 mk2, its a great touring bike, i don't know if ill get rid of the NC, its so easy to work on and cheap to maintain.
Im still enjoying my 2014 NC700x. I was recently considering an upgrade mainly for cruise control but I didnt. I had the same conclusions as you mentioned in this video. Its only new for temporary excitement then I realize I spent a lot of money and I would miss my nc700x simplicity.
Hi Adrian I go through this same procedure at least 2 or 3 times each year and come to the same conclusion with my 1999 Varadero. The ideal bike for me would be a bike with the same engine, comfort, reliability, simplicity etc but a big reduction in weight, garage movement etc but this ideal bike doesn’t yet exist. I suppose I may keep looking and dreaming. Wish I could join yas on this pie run. Keep them coming.
You had me worried there for a moment ! Apart from an Enfield Classic 350, the only bike that could persuade me to change my NC is if Honda released a shaft driven version of the NC750 🤔
Hi, I have owned a NC750X for the last seven years very much the same model you have and have followed your youtube channel watching all your adventures with this bike. I live in the UK and was recently along at my local Honda dealership getting my bike a new M.O.T. This is a yearly requirement here for all vehicles, whilst waiting for my bike I took advantage of a test ride on there new bike the bike I tried was the new Honda XL750 Transalp what a fantastic bike this is much cheaper to buy than the Africa Twin but more powerful the my current NC750X so I am thinking hard about a change. For your good self it maybe worthwhile a visit to your Honda dealership, also the NC750X has been given a facelift styling and engine power it is maybe time to change for me, ride safe Gerry
Nice to see you all enjoying a nice motorcycle ride and also the pie in the sky. In my country most of people your age are barely walking and you gratefully are riding motorcycles, congratulations 👍 What about the new Honda Transalp, could it fit your expectations? Greetings!
Thanks. Transalp? Yes it looks good - but very “revvy”. But as my NC is worth nothing second hand, I couldn’t justify the outlay on a new bike even if I did want one.
@@AfricaTwin-Stuff Just a quick reply here, my wife has just got a 750 Hornet, downsizing after a CB1300, So I know the 750 engine, I suggest you do NOT take one for a test ride, that engine is superb, low down grunt with bags of fun up top! I am scared to test ride one, as I know............... I would want one!
You’re so right, it’s the only sane decision. Riding a motorcycle is furthermore always an emotion in my opinion and that feeling is the same on every bike. Only nuances, big or small, are felt on different bikes, but they wear of like everyone else agrees I read. What you can’t buy that easily is the place you live and ride daily, because I must say I’m a bit jealous of the place you can spend your rides. This for the roads and the weather since I live in the Netherlands and here we do not have so much beautiful scenery, free space or good weather, at least in my opinion. Thanks for your channel.
I envy the group of friends rather than the places visited. As a 30 year old motorcycle rider, what I need most is such a lovely and friendly group of friends.😃
First , nice vedio as usual . Second , your NC is great bike , please keep it . Regarding the best option for if you thinkg to change your bike in the future is africa twin of course . Because you are a tall man , and tall men will not feel comfortable with race or cruise bikes even with gold wings , because of low seat , adventure bikes is the only soultion . I tried all of them , africa twin is the king , every time i ride it , its like the first time . You will never feel that it is getting boring or that you are used to riding it . As you mention in the vedio , you do not need more speed or more power , but the Gap between AT and NC is so big not just in power , but in every thing , Especially in the beauty and harmony of riding , things will never find it in the NC , Call your HONDA dealer , and ask them to give it to you for 3 days as test drive . But stay away of DCT , its not a good choice , not in AT not in NC not even in gold wings . Try and judge .
Thank you for another well produced and easily watchable video. I have a 2018 NC 750X DCT and I wouldn’t swap it for anything. I’ve had several larger bikes in the past but none as enjoyable as this one. I’m also retired and don’t have a lot of disposable income so I’m making the most of what I have. That was an interesting camera angle on your return trip. How did you mount it?
Bye-Heck Adrian,for a little while you had me worried. I’m quite relieved your keeping the NC faith though as where would I go for the Best maintenance videos in You Tube Land.
I just finished a 3,800 kilometer ride with 6 mates on: 1) 1250 GS, 2022 model 2) 1200 GS, 2019 model 3) 1200 GS, 2016 model 4) 750 GS, 2020 model 5) 850 GS, 2022 model. 6) KTM 1290 Super Duke, 2021 model The 1250 GS just didn't want to start one morning, even with a brand new battery. The 1200 GS 2016 didn't finish the ride, as the driveshaft spline failed around 800 kilometers into the ride. The 850 GS faltered around 400 km, and finished the ride in limp mode (5,000 RPM, 125 kph max). The culprit? The camshaft sensor failed--on a 1-year-old bike with 13,000 km on the clock. The KTM 1290's sidestand switch malfunctioned at a gas stop, so we spent more than and hour bypassing it. Meanwhile, even with 55,000 hard riding kilometers on it, I not only kept up with them on my 2019 NC750x DCT, but also at times found myself up front when the twisties came up. The only problem I had was a battery that died on me--but it was due for replacement anyway. Guy on the 850, a circuit racer, was intrigued so I swapped bikes with him for around 50 kilometers of twisties. After the ride, he was raving about how great the DCT was. He wondered why other manufacturers don't offer DCTs in their lineup. He said the next bike he buys will be a DCT.
Over the last 12 years I’ve had CBF 1000, VFR 1200 DCT, Ducati Diavil, Aprilia Tuono Factory, now it’s the Honda NC 750 X. All different bikes because it’s boring riding and not experiencing other bikes, and you know what ……loved them all.
What bought me up to the NC? I’m 69. I wanted a bike that would do a bit of everything, was cheap to buy and cheap and easy to maintain (I do all my own maintenance) and I love the lazy torquey feel of the engine.
It looks good, rides really well , won’t lose me my license, is reliable, can carry everything for camping, has more than enough real world power, it pulls low down. It’s really comfortable, not down on my wrists and not bolt upright. It’s a bike everyone should have a go on, mine is the manual, lots of people love the DCT.
Honda is hard to beat for value and reliability. I have a 2022 NC750X, put a little over 10k kms on it last summer. We only get to ride about half the year living on the Canadian prairies, so I'm jealous of you riders in Aus. I remember in an earlier video you mentioning having to replace the OEM chain earlier than you would have expected. Do you remember how many Kms were on it when you had to replace it? Cheers, I really enjoy your videos
@@AfricaTwin-Stuff thanks! I'm planning a trip up to the Yukon and Alaska this summer. I 'm already going to change out the OEM tires and I may go ahead and change the chain, just don't want to deal with that on the road. Probably going to be about 10,000km round trip
@@robertroach1127 Hi Robert and Adrian, I got 40,000 miles from my Oem chain. , on my 1999 Varadero. I have had it since 2000 and it’s still my go to bike for most runs.
I went through this a few weeks ago. I had this lust for a BMW GS850. Had the money, went to a demo day rode the 850, dealer offered me more for my NC700x than I paid for it. I then tried to justify the $9000 USD difference between my NC and the BMW. The BMW just wasn’t that much more of a thrill for me. I guess I’ll ride this old Honda until one of us perishes.
It seems my average motorcycle ownership experience is around 4-5 years no matter what I have. My current ride is a 2017 BMW 1200 GS exclusive. I still love the bike and the build quality is superior to the Honda. Yet I’m still drawn the to NC750X due to the low operating cost and the fact that it’s really all I need. I tend to commute with my motorcycles and the GS does not get used for its intended purpose. The big question is will I regret making the switch down the road?
I have a 2016 NC750X manual. I don't particularly care for the gearing. Way too tall. Shifting doesn't act like it is synchomesh. Only 10K kms. I too am thinking of getting a newer used bike!
Hi, i also think about a new bike. My NC has 84.500 km now. I dont know what should i do. I'm thinking about a V-Strom 650, a Transalp 750, a africa twin 1000 but it's heavy, and I'm thinking about a triumph tiger 800. Not so easy 😂
My next bike will probably be the CB500X as I'm really over big bikes and moving them around. How many km's can Wendy get on a tank and is she still happy with hers? Glad you're enjoying the NC.
The 500x has a 17 ltr tank and gets about the same mileage as the NC. Which means over 450km per tank. She has done 98,000km on hers and still loves it.
the 500x is a miser on fuel light and nimble take one for a test ride ,i have a 2015 and the new ones have many advancements over mine , comes with abs now standard (some disconect it ) if you go second hand lke it did you can find a bargain mine had 5,560km on it paid 5000 like new .
How about keep the NC and get a Bonny? I'm keeping my NC and have bought a lovely super tenere for 2 up but it would have been a bonny otherwise. My NC will be my last bike. Its the prefect compromise!
I’ve always said the NC is absolute motorcycle pie-fection. For goodness bake, crust your instinct and please don’t change it! I think it would be a gravy mistake 🥴
@@godowskie Yes I am in Denmark, so bikes (and cars) are expensive, but the Transalp only cost like 10-15% more then the NC depending on model/color, but about the half of the African Twin (again depending on model) and it is just a bit more offroad minded then the NC but way more touring minded then the African twin and with nearly twice the HP then the NC. I expect it is way more fun then a NC and better offroad and still as good at touring.
My NC will have to go in september if income money is as I expect. Engine is great and powerfull enough, frunk is genius, maintenance is cheap and easy…. but comfort is an issue for me (poor suspension and weak seat, custom seat had improve it but not so much. Will aftermarket suspension improve confort ?) Second hand NT1100 should be my future bike… And it is not a « new bike syndrom » 😁 Keep on good content 👍✌️
Gday mate i have had the same thoughts of trading the 500x in on a royal enfield intercepter but why the 500 is easy to ride has all the power an old fart like me needs can tour all day at 100kmh is as tight as a fishes arse on fuel use is light and manouverable has all the panniers and carrying trunk i need is comfortable and is a 2015 model at that and only has 11,000 km on the clock ,you know that crankys bike has gone through the 100,000 km mark so i have at least 90,000 to catch up to him so why do i need a new bike ? i dont it has good manners on the road corners well easy to get spare parts na ill stick with my honda even though i am dreading doing the shims .
Each time I look at the Africa Twin in a bike shop, I say : " whaaaat a beauty.... I want one..." Then I try to move it ...sit on it.... Nææææ. Not 4 me 🤢🤢 Toooooo TOP-heavy ! Actually - the CC is more important on the DCT version. I needed it to releave the accomulating numbness of the "throttle hand". Now - riding manual bikes, I don't really miss it.
1. NC is worth nothing second hand 2. Transalp will cost twice what I paid for the NC new. Insurance, hand guards, bash plate, top box mount, more expensive maintenance … all add up. 3. Transalp engine is high revving, not like the relaxed NC 4. If I bought a new bike it would have to have electronic cruise control and decent suspension - the new Transalp has neither of these.
africa twin DCT would bring smiles like you've never known, plenty of creature comforts well respected bike and DCT, the go anywhere unstallable bike. For your riding it'd suit, just like the Duke or GS.
I read lots of the comments here, and everyone wants that cruise control option, maybe you should check one out, and tell us all about them at MCCRUISE No I am a brit and as such they dont one for mine yet, (2021 model)
I'm skeptical, highly skeptical. Having lived in Sydney I know how the thought process works. Anything in Sydney that reckons it's pretty good decides that it's the best in Sydney. Because Sydney is the best city in the world whatever is the best in Sydney _must_ be the best in the world. (and "the world" is just some irrelevant little place west of the blue mountains) So, pretty good = "the best in the world". But I've had a lot of good pies and I don't recall any of them being in Sydney.
@@AfricaTwin-Stuff Worse than that I'm afraid, NZ, although I did live in Melbourne for some time and encountered some pretty good pies there. Good one on the way out to Healesville (maybe Yarra Glen?). I'll grant Sydney fush'n'chups though.
Ye....dream ON...😆😆 Africa Twin does LOOK great, but Honda is probably employing young and STUPID people, who have no interest in the needs of the more adult customers. If one day they get some IQ stimulating pills, maybe the NC 750 X will be a propper bike - with no need in upgrasdes yo've done and with installed CC - THEN I'd like to buy one again. After all what isn't OK with this bike : 1) CC..... 2) propper suspension..... 3) front brakes ( at least like on the newest CB500 ). That's it - and yet they DON'T fix those, because they want to sell more of Africa... and their new "Trans..." ( wghich is also lacking the CC🤮🤮 ) 🤷🏻♂🤷🏻♂
Cruise control is what made me decide to upgrade my 2015 NC700x to a 2020 Africa Twin Adventure Sport (and it offroad capabilities). Except... I kept the NC, and now I'm think about trading in the Africa Twin for something lighter. The Aprillia Taureg is the current object of lust because it's basically a NC with cruise control.
@OscarCalvete - I’ve seen a couple around. Not very common here. But I think they are a good thing. Sound like they have similar engine characteristics to the NC. If I had heaps of money and an employ shed to fill with bikes I would definitely consider it.
Nailed it once again Adrian, I’ve owned my NC just over 4 years and as you would say “ in the real world” it’s all we ever need, and I own a motorcycle business, thanks mate.
The fact that you can take some stuff with you and it is very economical is almost unbeatable
Had the NC750X for 3 years myself.. a great bike. Now since 3 years have a R nine T; a great fun bike. However; looking back at the NC it was just great. It was smooth, easy to ride, cheap. So fast forward 1 year (now 3 months ago) my sister got her motorbike licence and guess which bike we bought for her. A NC750S.
Edit: if i had to choose one bike to get me to the end of the world; i would buy a NC750X in a heartbeat.
I recently changed my VFR 1200X for the NT1100 and part of that thinking was my NC750X would also go to fund the deal. However, I had a last minute change of mind and still have the NC and am so glad I did. It a terrific motorcycle👍 Enjoyed this video as always.
Phew !! Im so glad to hear your decision coz I love your videos as they relate to your NC and the maintenance, and improvements you've made etc. As you know I have an NC and you have helped me so much, So Thank you and long may it continue. Those Pies do look lovely.
Thanks mate. Yep. Love those chunky slow cooked beef pies.
It is a great channel👍
Thought about letting my 2012 NC700X go but finally came to the same conclusion as you. Now at age 60, Its truly the perfect bike for me (always was)... Plus all the shared memories 🙂
The low center of gravity of the NC is easy to take for granted, until you ride another bike. I agree, it's tough to fault, and fun to ride in a competent, non-dramatic sort of way.
-Tom
Hundred percent agree, to me, on my currently moment on my live, the NC750X is the best option, like you told on the video... Don't need nothing more.
I LOVE my NC ❤
Best regards from Spain
Indeed, novelty wears off. There is not a day that goes by when I am not thinking about trading my near perfect bike. Trading in my NC750x was a mistake.
5 years ago I test rode the NC and the Africa Twin. The AT felt heavy and not that powerfull. I went for the NC and 70,000 km later, i never regretted it.
Love your channel. I chose nc750x as my first bike, just to learn how to ride etc... I suppose to sell it after a year, now 2 years later, I will keep it for a nother year. Lacks the power on a highway, but it is more than enough on a twisties (did Scotland's run, what a ride).
Anyway, thanks for your videos, helped me a lot, did all service by myself.
All the best to you, and have a safe ride !!!
I thought you might like the new Honda Transalp had some great reviews and the price would be reasonable. Has a new powerful engine and probably come in at half the price or near enough of an Africa Twin seems like a no brainer.
bravo..enjoyed the brilliant scenery and the ride. From deep east texas.
You had me going for a minute with this video. My NC is seriously the best motorcycle I've had that matches my tastes when it comes to riding.
"New bike sindrome"... Loved this concept and it's absolutely true! 🙂 Nice video with nice reflections. Greetings from Portugal 👍🙂🇵🇹
Agree. I have a NC 2021 manual here in Florida, US. No changes for me.
Maybe not in response to my comment 2 days ago, but still a great video. I enjoyed watching it while sipping my morning coffee in my office. I am following you with interest from a country quite far from Australia. As I watch your videos, my curiosity about your country increases. While passing by the Hawkesbury river today, I opened google maps with curiosity and looked at the view of the river and the Pie Sky location from there. I also loved the wide valley view at the back of Pie Sky. Your friend's curry pie review is pretty cute. Loves from Turkey..🥰🤗
Ha! Thanks mate.
Good stuff brother. Don't let anyone tell ya different.
I love my NC and do the most of my long distance riding with it. Fortunately I have a 2006 KLR 650 for the rougher stuff. I am also retired and a new bike is out of the reach of my pensioner budget.
My 2017 NC750X DCT has 'only' done 72.000km, but i also have a R1250GS. The NC is a great bike.
had xadv 2020 this year.same nc750 machine. it is just all i need .really like a donkey .let me feel comfort bike convenient .love it 🎉
Great bike alright loving my 2023 model Cheers 🍻
I have the AT, a '17 model and am lusting for your bike.. power yes. Longer suspension yes..also a bit tall for my shorter frame and being close to your age I wouldn't be pleased if I drop it.. Love your vids..
No need to worry about wear and tear on the bike, with proper service some nc750xd have gone 300k with just changing wheel bearings, tires and pads
Mr. Adrian, I love your channel. I had an NC 700. I sold it, but it was a great bike. Maybe one day I will buy another one.
Thank you that you are doing so humanly, great contents.
Have a nice ride.
Thanks mate. Appreciated.
Love you Vids, I have a 2016 NC750s Just over 57k KM, Soon to be my sons, and a 2021 (yes the new one) 750x DCT and Too are contemplating a change, you didn't mention the Brand New 750 Transalp, I am sure you in Aus will get them, My other thought is a Triumph SpeedTwin 1200............. That is a sexy good looking bike Or I could just keep the my current NC
I have a 2018, and I still can't find another motorcycle that I like better (and if there were, in these times in my country; I couldn't afford it either), when I start looking at others, I know that the time for a change will have arrived (like many other things that have happened in my life before I did not look and with the years one begins to look)
I've got the exact same predicament with my CTX700N.
The hardest thing about getting a new bike in Australia is that they don't sell the NC here anymore.
That is really sad as the new 2021 model is that bit better than the old! Seems sill y as I know they get them in SA. Start complaining to Honda Aus
Good points. If its running and not costing you or has any issues keep going. Or wait for the Honda Transalp to arrive?
I sort of knew how this was going to conclude. Although I did wonder if you were considering the Honda XL750 Transalp
I sold my NC to fund my Africa as I have spinal issue's so the extra suspension travel on the Africa is a god send, BUT I still do miss the versatility of my old NC750. The person who bought it loves it.
The only other bike that I would suggest is a V-Strom 1000. However the new bike, computer, big tv or whatever it is does wear off no matter what you buy or upgrade.
P.S your wife doesn't have any trouble keeping up on the CB500 ADV bike so I assume that's a capable machine too.
"I have no self control so it would be way too tempting to just open up that throttle and feel the power" - amen to that. I've been eyeing bikes for a while, possibly looking for an upgrade to the trusty old NC, but I can relate to that too well. Plus, here in Israel the cost of upgrading to something faster like a Tracer 900, even a used one, would cost me as much as shipping my bike to Europe and spending 4 months camping and riding around the entire continent. Now, you tell me what sounds like a better way to spend my money, I'm leaning towards the second option.
Good choice. But it’s sad we can’t have a shed full of bikes.
Can you imagine if the CB500x or NC750x had cruise control?
I am currently riding a 890 Adventure or R1250GSA for my trips.
I enjoy your videos.
Just get one of those cheap, simple clamps for the throttle twist grip? I got one and it works remarkably well, there's nothing to go wrong with it, I am sure you won't regret it, and remember the simplest ideas are always the best.
Cruise control? Just get a throttle lock. :)
When you talked about the suspension I think you should have added a disclaimer. You have customized yours, right?
For me, the only reason to get a "better" bike would be for a more comfortable (adjustable?) suspension. The NC does perfectly fine in so many ways and any so-called upgrade will surely mean worse mpg. If mine got stolen tomorrow I don't think I've seen any other new bike that works as well for me.
i have the NC750S, i just bought the cbf1000 mk2, its a great touring bike, i don't know if ill get rid of the NC, its so easy to work on and cheap to maintain.
Im still enjoying my 2014 NC700x. I was recently considering an upgrade mainly for cruise control but I didnt. I had the same conclusions as you mentioned in this video. Its only new for temporary excitement then I realize I spent a lot of money and I would miss my nc700x simplicity.
Yes. I should do have mentioned the cost of ownership of the NC vs getting a new bike. That’s a significant cost we often don’t take into account.
Have a 2015 NC700X and still love it!
Cheers!
Hi Adrian I go through this same procedure at least 2 or 3 times each year and come to the same conclusion with my 1999 Varadero. The ideal bike for me would be a bike with the same engine, comfort, reliability, simplicity etc but a big reduction in weight, garage movement etc but this ideal bike doesn’t yet exist. I suppose I may keep looking and dreaming. Wish I could join yas on this pie run. Keep them coming.
Thanks mate. I’ll eat a pie for you next time.
Jajaja… and today you have purchased a fully equiped Africa Twin Adventure Sports 1100 DCT 😂😂😂 I’m your fan
Well said about the temptations of getting another motorcycle.
What I want after this video.
New piece of pie ;) nice to see you all!
You had me worried there for a moment !
Apart from an Enfield Classic 350, the only bike that could persuade me to change my NC is if Honda released a shaft driven version of the NC750 🤔
Hi, I have owned a NC750X for the last seven years very much the same model you have and have followed your youtube channel watching all your adventures with this bike. I live in the UK and was recently along at my local Honda dealership getting my bike a new M.O.T. This is a yearly requirement here for all vehicles, whilst waiting for my bike I took advantage of a test ride on there new bike the bike I tried was the new Honda XL750 Transalp what a fantastic bike this is much cheaper to buy than the Africa Twin but more powerful the my current NC750X so I am thinking hard about a change. For your good self it maybe worthwhile a visit to your Honda dealership, also the NC750X has been given a facelift styling and engine power it is maybe time to change for me, ride safe Gerry
I agree the new Transalp looks like a good thing. They are just starting to appear in Oz.
Nice to see you all enjoying a nice motorcycle ride and also the pie in the sky. In my country most of people your age are barely walking and you gratefully are riding motorcycles, congratulations 👍 What about the new Honda Transalp, could it fit your expectations? Greetings!
Thanks. Transalp? Yes it looks good - but very “revvy”. But as my NC is worth nothing second hand, I couldn’t justify the outlay on a new bike even if I did want one.
@@AfricaTwin-Stuff Just a quick reply here, my wife has just got a 750 Hornet, downsizing after a CB1300, So I know the 750 engine, I suggest you do NOT take one for a test ride, that engine is superb, low down grunt with bags of fun up top! I am scared to test ride one, as I know............... I would want one!
You’re so right, it’s the only sane decision. Riding a motorcycle is furthermore always an emotion in my opinion and that feeling is the same on every bike. Only nuances, big or small, are felt on different bikes, but they wear of like everyone else agrees I read.
What you can’t buy that easily is the place you live and ride daily, because I must say I’m a bit jealous of the place you can spend your rides. This for the roads and the weather since I live in the Netherlands and here we do not have so much beautiful scenery, free space or good weather, at least in my opinion.
Thanks for your channel.
Spot on. Thanks mate.
I envy the group of friends rather than the places visited. As a 30 year old motorcycle rider, what I need most is such a lovely and friendly group of friends.😃
Agree entirely.
First , nice vedio as usual .
Second , your NC is great bike , please keep it .
Regarding the best option for if you thinkg to change your bike in the future is africa twin of course .
Because you are a tall man , and tall men will not feel comfortable with race or cruise bikes even with gold wings , because of low seat , adventure bikes is the only soultion . I tried all of them , africa twin is the king , every time i ride it , its like the first time .
You will never feel that it is getting boring or that you are used to riding it .
As you mention in the vedio , you do not need more speed or more power , but the Gap between AT and NC is so big not just in power , but in every thing , Especially in the beauty and harmony of riding , things will never find it in the NC ,
Call your HONDA dealer , and ask them to give it to you for 3 days as test drive .
But stay away of DCT , its not a good choice , not in AT not in NC not even in gold wings .
Try and judge .
I knew you would not really give up your NC 750X 😁
Good choice,i was tempted to change my Nc750x ,for a speedier bike ,but i love the thing
Thank you for another well produced and easily watchable video. I have a 2018 NC 750X DCT and I wouldn’t swap it for anything. I’ve had several larger bikes in the past but none as enjoyable as this one. I’m also retired and don’t have a lot of disposable income so I’m making the most of what I have. That was an interesting camera angle on your return trip. How did you mount it?
Camera angle? GoPro mount stuck to the brake fluid reservoir.
Thanks, I’ll give that a try.
Bye-Heck Adrian,for a little while you had me worried. I’m quite relieved your keeping the NC faith though as where would I go for the Best maintenance videos in You Tube Land.
Ha! Thanks mate
I just finished a 3,800 kilometer ride with 6 mates on:
1) 1250 GS, 2022 model
2) 1200 GS, 2019 model
3) 1200 GS, 2016 model
4) 750 GS, 2020 model
5) 850 GS, 2022 model.
6) KTM 1290 Super Duke, 2021 model
The 1250 GS just didn't want to start one morning, even with a brand new battery. The 1200 GS 2016 didn't finish the ride, as the driveshaft spline failed around 800 kilometers into the ride. The 850 GS faltered around 400 km, and finished the ride in limp mode (5,000 RPM, 125 kph max). The culprit? The camshaft sensor failed--on a 1-year-old bike with 13,000 km on the clock. The KTM 1290's sidestand switch malfunctioned at a gas stop, so we spent more than and hour bypassing it.
Meanwhile, even with 55,000 hard riding kilometers on it, I not only kept up with them on my 2019 NC750x DCT, but also at times found myself up front when the twisties came up. The only problem I had was a battery that died on me--but it was due for replacement anyway.
Guy on the 850, a circuit racer, was intrigued so I swapped bikes with him for around 50 kilometers of twisties. After the ride, he was raving about how great the DCT was. He wondered why other manufacturers don't offer DCTs in their lineup. He said the next bike he buys will be a DCT.
Interesting. Thanks for sharing.
Over the last 12 years I’ve had CBF 1000, VFR 1200 DCT, Ducati Diavil, Aprilia Tuono Factory, now it’s the Honda NC 750 X.
All different bikes because it’s boring riding and not experiencing other bikes, and you know what ……loved them all.
Just curious, what brought you down to the NC? I'm 52 and am considering all bikes to get next. I'm going to keep my DRZ400.
What bought me up to the NC?
I’m 69. I wanted a bike that would do a bit of everything, was cheap to buy and cheap and easy to maintain (I do all my own maintenance) and I love the lazy torquey feel of the engine.
It looks good, rides really well , won’t lose me my license, is reliable, can carry everything for camping, has more than enough real world power, it pulls low down.
It’s really comfortable, not down on my wrists and not bolt upright.
It’s a bike everyone should have a go on, mine is the manual, lots of people love the DCT.
Honda is hard to beat for value and reliability. I have a 2022 NC750X, put a little over 10k kms on it last summer. We only get to ride about half the year living on the Canadian prairies, so I'm jealous of you riders in Aus. I remember in an earlier video you mentioning having to replace the OEM chain earlier than you would have expected. Do you remember how many Kms were on it when you had to replace it? Cheers, I really enjoy your videos
OEM Chain? about 15,000km
@@AfricaTwin-Stuff thanks! I'm planning a trip up to the Yukon and Alaska this summer. I 'm already going to change out the OEM tires and I may go ahead and change the chain, just don't want to deal with that on the road. Probably going to be about 10,000km round trip
@@robertroach1127 Hi Robert and Adrian, I got 40,000 miles from my Oem chain. , on my 1999 Varadero. I have had it since 2000 and it’s still my go to bike for most runs.
Good move. Just replace the chain. Sprockets will be fine. Change everything next time.
I think I’ve had that same discussion a few times…and I’ve come to the very same conclusion…😊
I went through this a few weeks ago. I had this lust for a BMW GS850. Had the money, went to a demo day rode the 850, dealer offered me more for my NC700x than I paid for it. I then tried to justify the $9000 USD difference between my NC and the BMW. The BMW just wasn’t that much more of a thrill for me. I guess I’ll ride this old Honda until one of us perishes.
Yes. It’s a sad reality.
I can remember back in the 70’s when I would get a new bike for a couple of hundred dollars changeover.
It seems my average motorcycle ownership experience is around 4-5 years no matter what I have. My current ride is a 2017 BMW 1200 GS exclusive. I still love the bike and the build quality is superior to the Honda. Yet I’m still drawn the to NC750X due to the low operating cost and the fact that it’s really all I need. I tend to commute with my motorcycles and the GS does not get used for its intended purpose. The big question is will I regret making the switch down the road?
I have a 2016 NC750X manual. I don't particularly care for the gearing. Way too tall. Shifting doesn't act like it is synchomesh. Only 10K kms. I too am thinking of getting a newer used bike!
Hi, i also think about a new bike. My NC has 84.500 km now. I dont know what should i do. I'm thinking about a V-Strom 650, a Transalp 750, a africa twin 1000 but it's heavy, and I'm thinking about a triumph tiger 800. Not so easy 😂
My next bike will probably be the CB500X as I'm really over big bikes and moving them around. How many km's can Wendy get on a tank and is she still happy with hers? Glad you're enjoying the NC.
The 500x has a 17 ltr tank and gets about the same mileage as the NC.
Which means over 450km per tank.
She has done 98,000km on hers and still loves it.
the 500x is a miser on fuel light and nimble take one for a test ride ,i have a 2015 and the new ones have many advancements over mine , comes with abs now standard (some disconect it ) if you go second hand lke it did you can find a bargain mine had 5,560km on it paid 5000 like new .
How about keep the NC and get a Bonny?
I'm keeping my NC and have bought a lovely super tenere for 2 up but it would have been a bonny otherwise. My NC will be my last bike. Its the prefect compromise!
I’ve always said the NC is absolute motorcycle pie-fection. For goodness bake, crust your instinct and please don’t change it! I think it would be a gravy mistake 🥴
Ha! Funny man. Thanks for the chuckle. 🤣
Why not the new Transalp then, price and power is some where in between.
Aus hasn’t seen the Transalp yet. It looks like a nice thing.
But I suspect it’s going to be expensive in Aus.
@@AfricaTwin-Stuff And a higher ride height I'd wager... Plus I'd miss the frunk!
In Europe, NC is around 9k, Transalp around 11k.
@@godowskie Yes I am in Denmark, so bikes (and cars) are expensive, but the Transalp only cost like 10-15% more then the NC depending on model/color, but about the half of the African Twin (again depending on model) and it is just a bit more offroad minded then the NC but way more touring minded then the African twin and with nearly twice the HP then the NC. I expect it is way more fun then a NC and better offroad and still as good at touring.
Also, with Transalp we have to be prepared for at least plus 1 liter / 100km
My NC will have to go in september if income money is as I expect. Engine is great and powerfull enough, frunk is genius, maintenance is cheap and easy…. but comfort is an issue for me (poor suspension and weak seat, custom seat had improve it but not so much. Will aftermarket suspension improve confort ?)
Second hand NT1100 should be my future bike…
And it is not a « new bike syndrom » 😁
Keep on good content 👍✌️
Thanks mate. Comfort ? I don’t have a problem with the stock seat (with the front raised) so I can’t advise on comfort.
The YSS suspension upgrade kit will solve your problems.
How many kilometers will the NC / Engine last? I have 55.000km on my 16th 750 NC X manual. Do you really think this engine will make another 100k?
It will do another 200,000 no problem.
Mike (on this forum) has done nearly 300,000 on his with no engine repairs.
Fairly sure that we all knew the answer before watching. Hard to beat the Old Pac for a day ride.
I reckon you'd miss the frunk as well - I know that I would!
Yes. I would.
Gday mate i have had the same thoughts of trading the 500x in on a royal enfield intercepter but why the 500 is easy to ride has all the power an old fart like me needs can tour all day at 100kmh is as tight as a fishes arse on fuel use is light and manouverable has all the panniers and carrying trunk i need is comfortable and is a 2015 model at that and only has 11,000 km on the clock ,you know that crankys bike has gone through the 100,000 km mark so i have at least 90,000 to catch up to him so why do i need a new bike ? i dont it has good manners on the road corners well easy to get spare parts na ill stick with my honda even though i am dreading doing the shims .
Well said. And you probably will never need to do the shims.
@@AfricaTwin-Stuff i can only hope changing the plugs was hard enough
Each time I look at the Africa Twin in a bike shop, I say : " whaaaat a beauty.... I want one..." Then I try to move it ...sit on it.... Nææææ. Not 4 me 🤢🤢 Toooooo TOP-heavy !
Actually - the CC is more important on the DCT version. I needed it to releave the accomulating numbness of the "throttle hand". Now - riding manual bikes, I don't really miss it.
Why don’t you consider the new Honda Transalpine as a new bike?
1. NC is worth nothing second hand
2. Transalp will cost twice what I paid for the NC new. Insurance, hand guards, bash plate, top box mount, more expensive maintenance … all add up.
3. Transalp engine is high revving, not like the relaxed NC
4. If I bought a new bike it would have to have electronic cruise control and decent suspension - the new Transalp has neither of these.
africa twin DCT would bring smiles like you've never known, plenty of creature comforts well respected bike and DCT, the go anywhere unstallable bike. For your riding it'd suit, just like the Duke or GS.
You are probably right. But it won’t bring $26,000 more smiles than my current bike.
I read lots of the comments here, and everyone wants that cruise control option, maybe you should check one out, and tell us all about them at MCCRUISE No I am a brit and as such they dont one for mine yet, (2021 model)
I'm skeptical, highly skeptical. Having lived in Sydney I know how the thought process works. Anything in Sydney that reckons it's pretty good decides that it's the best in Sydney. Because Sydney is the best city in the world whatever is the best in Sydney _must_ be the best in the world. (and "the world" is just some irrelevant little place west of the blue mountains) So, pretty good = "the best in the world".
But I've had a lot of good pies and I don't recall any of them being in Sydney.
Ha! Of course you must be right as I guess you must be from Melbourne !
@@AfricaTwin-Stuff Worse than that I'm afraid, NZ, although I did live in Melbourne for some time and encountered some pretty good pies there. Good one on the way out to Healesville (maybe Yarra Glen?). I'll grant Sydney fush'n'chups though.
Ok. Won’t hold that against you. My daughter lives in Wanaka. 🥰
No
*promosm* 😭
The bigger the bike, the more 😴the story they tell.
Ye....dream ON...😆😆 Africa Twin does LOOK great, but Honda is probably employing young and STUPID people, who have no interest in the needs of the more adult customers. If one day they get some IQ stimulating pills, maybe the NC 750 X will be a propper bike - with no need in upgrasdes yo've done and with installed CC - THEN I'd like to buy one again.
After all what isn't OK with this bike : 1) CC..... 2) propper suspension..... 3) front brakes ( at least like on the newest CB500 ). That's it - and yet they DON'T fix those, because they want to sell more of Africa... and their new "Trans..." ( wghich is also lacking the CC🤮🤮 ) 🤷🏻♂🤷🏻♂
Cruise control is what made me decide to upgrade my 2015 NC700x to a 2020 Africa Twin Adventure Sport (and it offroad capabilities). Except... I kept the NC, and now I'm think about trading in the Africa Twin for something lighter. The Aprillia Taureg is the current object of lust because it's basically a NC with cruise control.
Have your tried the Moto Guzzi V85TT cruise control and shaft
@OscarCalvete - I’ve seen a couple around. Not very common here. But I think they are a good thing. Sound like they have similar engine characteristics to the NC. If I had heaps of money and an employ shed to fill with bikes I would definitely consider it.