Thanks for the comment! Honda says to always go to Neutral before shutting down the bike. Better for the DCT, But I didn't really shut it down, I lowered the side stand while it was in gear - and that instantly kills the engine. I'm usually quite good with that - except when there's a camera rolling, I guess.

@@CenoMoto33 I've always felt that putting most bikes in neutral is difficult. It's the half-shift precision that is very tricky. Not a fan, but I know it's ideal.

I'm the same way - I like to be thoughtful in my comments or replies, So I might wait a couple of days after watching a video before commenting, In a sense, I think I'm playing catch-up. Having just gotten my license this year, I'm trying to pack in a whole bunch of experiences before older age sets in. Things like getting the bigger bike, the Corbin seat (used), different helmets and jackets, etc, My rides aren't very long either, usually under 90 minutes.

@@CenoMoto33 There's no better time than the NOW. ;) I was just browsing your bike on Cycle Trader. Very nice. I'd consider one of those no doubt. It also has a much lower seat height which would make it easier to keep steady when stopped. I can't keep both feet flat on the ground with my bike, but it's light enough that it's no big deal. One toe-tip at a stop light is doable. Anything heavier than 300 pounds I'd need a shorter seat height.

@@Trekopolis When I traded in my ADV, I told them I was interested in a DCT bike. I sat on 3 models...NC-750X DCT, Rebel 1100 DCT, CTX700D. The NC-750X was really sharp and had a ton of storage, but it had a slightly higher seat height and I had a bit of a problem mounting and dismounting. The Rebel 1100 was by far the easiest to mount but it felt so top heavy, it actually scared me. The CTX700 was a great fit immediately, and it's center of gravity is very low -- just like the ADV -- it was the obvious choice. And BTW, if my finances and garage space were what I'd like them to be, I'd have kept the ADV and still get the CTX. so they could be buddies.

Thank you - I agree! To be honest, every photo or video I see of a Candy Red CTX700 - the bikes are just as beautiful.

The horn is: FIAMM 72112 Freeway Blaster LOW Note Horn available on Amazon for about $19. Fits in the same spot where the stock horn is.

Howdy. I lost Blue last month in a crash. But I have since got a 2014 DCT - the same except older and in red. I plan to do another "intro" video with the new bike soon, after I replace the spark plugs. I'll list the items I used for the mods/upgrades. There is no "kit" for an LED upgrade as far as I know. I got all the bulbs and the LED-friendly flasher relay on Amazon. Are you a member of the CTX700forum.com ? You should be - lots of info there.

@@CenoMoto33 Thanks for info. Yes, signed up for CTX forum. Thanks buddy!

Thanks for the comment. I was initially happy with the scooter, at only 18hp. But when I started on bigger roads with more traffic, I could see right away how small I was, and at times underpowered. The CTX does make a positive difference in that regard. And I can finally see how hp is such an important factor - something I didn't see at first. I would like a few more hps too, but that would likely change the weight and/or the center of gravity. And that's where I say Forget It.

Can the dct spec take engine mods for power increase?

@@out_lawt.v.8421 It stands to reason that if the engine has more power, then the DCT would deliver it. But the DCT might have some limitations in that regard. Newer Honda Rebel 1100's have a DCT option. That engine has more power, but the DCT might be an upgraded version to handle that increased power. We're talking about a 10 year difference, from when the CTX700 first appeared in 2014, and the newer Rebel 1100 in 2024.

Thanks for commenting. Now I'm gonna have to disappoint you a bit by telling you I haven't bought padded/armoured pants yet. I have two brands saved in my Amazon wishlist, just didn't make a purchase yet. I do have a full face, and a modular helmet (both Bell), and three jackets, all with basic armour. I live in PA, where they recently relaxed the mandatory helmet law (2 or 3 years ago I think.) I can't come up with an intelligent guess as to why that happened. I'm planning to do a video showing more of the bike and some of my thoughts on it. I just got a Bluetooth mic yesterday so I can talk without having to use the helmet's headset. Today was the first time I rode specifically to do a little shopping - all my previous rides were for riding only. Walking into a store wearing a red leather jacket and carrying a helmet made me feel a little self-conscious. But I got over it in about 15 seconds!

Thank you for commenting. Now that I've been scootering for a few months, I kind of wish that I had started with moto when I was a lot younger. But I remember having no desire at all to do so back then. With age comes wisdom?? Having no previous moto experience, I wanted to avoid anything powerful and/or heavy. I also like having both brakes on the bar, and not shifting. I realize that manual shift is the gold standard, and for good reason, but I really think having to shift would not suit me in the long run. DCT transmissions have distinct gears, unlike CVTs, but it seems they don't use DCTs on lower displacement engines. Don't know why that is.

Thanks for commenting! I only used to carry my wallet in the front pocket if I was walking around in crowded spaces. The scooter has changed that.

Thanks for commenting, and subscribing! Trekopolis helped me realize that I made the right decision when getting the ADV160. I understand and appreciate why younger riders want manual shift, but being a senior, like you, I wanted a more simple - but still fun - experience. I could end up with a more powerful scooter at some point, but I like having both brakes on the bar, and no clutch.

Certain GoPro (and competitors') models have GPS built in. My Hero10 has it, but the Hero12 does not. I'm not an expert here, but I believe the GPS data file is separate from the video file, but they are linked somehow. The app I use for my Android phone is called GPS Logger, free from the Play Store.

Thanks for commenting. I didn't consider doing a review of the ADV160 because I have watched so many of them, I thought it might be overkill. But most of those reviews are from riders in Asian countries, where the scooters are far more common. Even if they weren't speaking English, I'd watch to get as much info as I could. But doing a review from my perspective does appeal to me now. I agree with you about the weight distribution of hands/feet/ass on a motorcycle being different from a scooter. On a scooter you're in a sitting position with knees at approx 90 degrees. While you can brace yourself by putting downward force on your feet, it's different from a cycle where your legs are in a "spring loaded" position. I've only been on one other motorbike, a Suzuki TU250X for the MSF course. It took a day for me to get used to where the pegs were, but once I did, it felt very natural. And yes, on the ADV I've gotten shocks to the spine on bumps/potholes that weren't easily seen or avoided. If you can, visit a Honda sports shop and sit on the ADV, Grom, etc. Mount/dismount, duckwalk the bike, and do garage type maneuvers (engine off) - it's the only way to help pinpoint which bike will be your first. I am convinced that you will be getting your first bike in fairly short order!

@@CenoMoto33 Thanks for the honest insight! Yes, I’ve seen several reviews from the Philippines and Japan, where the bike seem to be popular, and tried to gauge as much as I can - but having a USA perspective would be valuable (and I think popular over the long run) since the driving culture and roads are very different here. Most of the USA stuff is either about really powerful bikes or doing poppy-wheels and other stuff I really don’t have interest in - and I think your perspective would cater towards a different kind of rider. Fyi, I found your page through Trekopolis, whose thoughts and reviews were fun and useful as well. I’m a USA citizen but have been living in Taiwan for the past few years, where everyone drives a scooter. I also borrow and drive one occasionally. I haven’t had much of an opportunity to drive a motorcycle (aside from an old manual transmission honda 110cc in Vietnam several years back, which some traveller gave to me and I learned to drive on the spot - but it’s been so long I’ve forgotten what it is like to drive a motorcycle), but my plan is to come back to the USA (San Diego) early next year, and have either a scooter or motorcycle as my main form of local transportation (renting or sharing a car when needed). While I love the practicality of the Scooter, the spirit of a motorcycle is appealing - and unfortunately I don’t have much real world experience to go by other than reviews. But one thing is for sure, I’m going to get one when I go back, because i love riding on two wheels (human and non-human powered), and I love the minimal and cost savings aspect of them as well. San Diego, where I am from, also seems like a beautiful place to own a bike - but life there is very costly (luckily I have a piece of land from a long time ago). It’s come down to either the Grom or ADV for me (and I go back and forth endlessly) - and it’s surprisingly difficult to get a hold of either. I am considering making a trip to thailand and also renting out both bikes if I can - but till then, I’m in the research stage (and just enjoy watching these youtube videos). Whether you make a review or not, I do enjoy your content and perspective. As you know, I’d be particularly interested in hearing about your experience with the ergonomics of the motorcycle you drove versus that of a scooter. Be well ✪

@@iamrishio You certainly seem to have your act together! I never lived in another country, but I have been to Japan three times. I've had stick shift cars before, and I loved them. So I do get what the spirit of a motorcycle is, and why it's the gold standard. But I wouldn't want a stick shift car now that I'm older. That reasoning also helped lead me to the scooter. To get to open roads, I have to go thru town where it's stop/start/rinse/repeat - and can be a drag even on a CVT. I'm in Bethlehem, PA - so different from San Diego, which does seem like an ideal place to own and ride a motorbike. If you haven't already, you should check out the channel of MotoJitsu here on KZbin. He's a former Marine, former moto instructor, and has a TON of instructional videos. He aims his videos towards beginners, and advanced riders alike. There's a lot to see and digest there. I mention him because he's in San Diego as well. I do understand the difficulty in making a decision on your first bike. It's gotta be something you can enjoy, and hopefully master. But you're not stuck with that decision forever. You'll likely find that a beefier bike will appeal to you at some point. Not a monster, just a little more beef. I want to test ride a Honda ADV350 if they ever come to the US, or a Yamaha XMAX300 which is already sold here. Not ready yet, but I do see that happening. Thanks for your conversation!

Thanks for the comment, Trek! I was inspired by your proud riding of the ADV150. There's not a whole lot of us riding scooters in the US. I've seen a gazillion videos of scooter riders in Asian countries, where they seem to do a ton of mods - so I still find them interesting. But it's nice to have a neighboring scooter rider - I'm in PA. I'm starting to take longer rides in areas a bit further away. Riding the same roads that I learned on, over and over, gets old. I have a ride planned for today that I've never tried before. Hopefully that will be a relaxing ride. My only wish right now is for Honda to bring the ADV350 to the US. I'd give that a test ride for sure!

Thank you for the kind comment. I'm really happy you enjoyed it! I believe it helps us stay young when we learn new skills, and push just a little.