2020 Honda Africa Twin 1100 Adventure Sports Review | Daily Rider

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@RevZilla
@RevZilla 4 жыл бұрын
To read Zack's in-depth article about the all-new Honda Africa Twin 1100, head on over to RevZilla's Common Tread online magazine: rvz.la/3hn2hkT
@as89189
@as89189 4 жыл бұрын
good idea with the leaderboard. very graphic.
@johnnythomas3975
@johnnythomas3975 4 жыл бұрын
What gloves are you wearing?
@c-w-h
@c-w-h 2 жыл бұрын
I am a truck driver. I like the customized options. specifically. ENGINE BREAKING... I might actually buy a motorcycle soon. This might be the one.
@americandude3825
@americandude3825 Жыл бұрын
I know it’s not the same type of bike but how would you compare this to a Kawasaki versys 1000 LT SE+? I only ride road. No trails.
@dendec7631
@dendec7631 4 жыл бұрын
I cant believe how much I missed Zach and Ari reviewing motorcycles, no one does it better than them.
@nuur2825
@nuur2825 4 жыл бұрын
Check out fortnine on youtube if you haven't. He does as well or even better.
@markfisher5189
@markfisher5189 Жыл бұрын
Who else subscribed to Motor Trend for their brief tenure on that Platform?
@TheSeldonPlan
@TheSeldonPlan 4 жыл бұрын
I see an mc commute video of a bike I will never buy, I click.
@TheGggttt
@TheGggttt 4 жыл бұрын
Sadly Zach isn't on mc commute anymore. Good thing we have daily rider
@rohanvarghese1829
@rohanvarghese1829 4 жыл бұрын
Back in the days MC commute videos were so 👍👏😊 Anybody remember chasing eclipse video on Harley and Indian.. It was 👍😻👍
@10melah5
@10melah5 4 жыл бұрын
Africa Twin owner: "I like traction control on level 3, wheelie control on level 1, coffee control on 190* and the AC set on 72*" KLR owner: "I found a milk crate in the ditch!"
@c0dy1287
@c0dy1287 4 жыл бұрын
You could park a KLR like how you parked your bicycle as a kid, hop off toss it on its side on the lawn, go inside for some juice, come back out, pick it up and keep rolling lol.
@tempestandacomputer6951
@tempestandacomputer6951 4 жыл бұрын
@@c0dy1287 You WANT to pick up the klr?
@illuforce
@illuforce 4 жыл бұрын
@@c0dy1287 People do that with their bicycle? I get pissed if my MTB is lying on the ground.
@jimperry4420
@jimperry4420 4 жыл бұрын
Could buy 3-4 Klr’s for the price of the Honda.
@10melah5
@10melah5 4 жыл бұрын
jim perry you can buy 3-4 KLR’s and have enough left over for a new double wide WITH heat
@WORKnoBRAG
@WORKnoBRAG 4 жыл бұрын
Africa Twin is just a handsome lookin bike 😍
@quantumleap4023
@quantumleap4023 4 жыл бұрын
Not 'just'
@mr.b3168
@mr.b3168 4 жыл бұрын
Ugly hunk of plastic
@portlandshomlessproblem1728
@portlandshomlessproblem1728 4 жыл бұрын
I agree that’s one of the reasons I bought it
@Punicia
@Punicia 3 жыл бұрын
@@mr.b3168 Your mom is an ugly hunk of plastic
@chamade166
@chamade166 3 жыл бұрын
@@mr.b3168 500$ says your BMI is higher than your IQ.
@arjenbootsma6881
@arjenbootsma6881 4 жыл бұрын
Ever since Zack started this Daily Rider series with trying to balance the bike at stop signs without a foot on the ground, I've been trying to do the same. Thanks, Zack....
@alltruckeredout
@alltruckeredout 4 жыл бұрын
Same!
@Lowsid3r
@Lowsid3r 2 жыл бұрын
Been doing the no foot stop at stop signs since I started riding. Love seeing Zack try with all the different bikes!
@Remymoto
@Remymoto Жыл бұрын
I try regularly. I also fail almost as regularly. But I'm getting better.
@sinzies
@sinzies Жыл бұрын
I only just saw this series and I started watching it and I'll definitely be doing this at stop signs.
@kdmcc7
@kdmcc7 Жыл бұрын
Always done it. Great fun!
@Fmendonca10
@Fmendonca10 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve had my AT since 2018 and I am still in love with it. Best bike I ever had.
@kodypagel9167
@kodypagel9167 4 жыл бұрын
Well apparently the 8th and 9th gen Civic engineers never left Honda...the twin dash is back baby!!! 😂
@rocketrollsvlogs7625
@rocketrollsvlogs7625 4 жыл бұрын
adjustable everything... She's top heavy and not built for anyone below avg hgt. Most off road action you can just put 2 gallons in her and she will run over 100 miles and be 25 lbs lighter up top. The base model is the same. 5g tank, leave 3 g out and run the bike at 480lbs. Dirtbikes don't typically have over 2g anyway. If you are riding on the road, gas her up and see if you can go 300 miles...
@JDuBz815
@JDuBz815 3 жыл бұрын
530lbs isn't too bad. But combined with the long travel suspension I can see it being awkward for some at stop signs and intersections. I have a CB1100 which is closer to 550lbs but lower to the ground. Really not heavy in most cases. 6.5 gallons sounds great for commuting or long rides. Thanks for the awesome video as always
@Makermook
@Makermook 4 жыл бұрын
I have a Himalayan and I absolutely love it. Cheap, cheap to run, but not cheaply built. I just did a 2000 km trip on it, as a matter of fact. But seeing videos like this one definitely gives me Africa Twin envy. I've never been attracted to the KTM or BMW lines, but the Africa Twin has been my crush for decades.
@egorm8952
@egorm8952 2 жыл бұрын
Is it true what they say about Himalayan, that it's kinda slow on the highway? I want to get one, it's the only one I can afford new tbh, I like the looks of it, but 27 HP ... What do you think?
@Makermook
@Makermook 2 жыл бұрын
@@egorm8952 - I wouldn't ride mine on the highway. I suppose it might go 75 mph, but you'd really have to ask for everything it'll give. On the other hand, it'll go 55-60 all day long, and very comfortably.
@talltale9760
@talltale9760 2 жыл бұрын
@@egorm8952 it’s obscenely slow. I’ve gotten mine to do 75mph but I wouldn’t buy one if you regularly see yourself doing more than 55mph
@SuperSnallygaster
@SuperSnallygaster 4 жыл бұрын
I've been waiting for this. I'm heading over to the dealer today to take a look. Thanks for the great review!
@SuperSnallygaster
@SuperSnallygaster 4 жыл бұрын
Update...plenty of power, great suspension, transmission and fueling. Didn't get to fool with all the tech though. Ergos were a bit off for me, going to look at other options before figuring out how I might fix the riding position to fit.
@HighMaintenancePS
@HighMaintenancePS 4 жыл бұрын
@@SuperSnallygaster Tried a V Strom 1050 yet? And ergonomics, did you find it to tall, or otherwise?
@PleadTheFifth_Racing
@PleadTheFifth_Racing Жыл бұрын
I picked up the 2022 version of this bike as my very 1st motorcycle. I gotta say I couldn't be happier with this bike both on and off road. It is a big bike and I'm not a very big person at 5'6" and 175lbs. That being said once you get this tall heavy bike moving it handles really well.
@theautobarber9403
@theautobarber9403 9 ай бұрын
You reallly got it as your first bike dammnn
@PleadTheFifth_Racing
@PleadTheFifth_Racing 9 ай бұрын
@@theautobarber9403 My left leg is partially paralyzed and I cant work a foot shifter. The Africa Twin with the DCT was a good fit to try and see if I could even ride a motorcycle. It was this or the Rebel 1100 with the DCT and I'm not much of a cruiser fan and the AT had better re-sale if it didn't work out. Turns out I absolutely love riding and I bought a Ducati Streetfighter V4SP2 as my 2nd bike added an electronic speed shifter to control the foot lever for me. It's an absolute riot to ride and pretty fast for a naked bike. I'm on the hunt for a true sport bike next. I cant decide between the S1000RR M-Package or the Honda CBR-RR Fireblade. The BMW has so many great features for the road, is highly tunable, and all around a killer machine. The Fireblade is nothing but a weapon of speed which is appealing since I already have a comfortable commuter and offraod bike in the Africa Twin, a decently comfortable naked bike with a true 200whp after upgrades and tuning.... It's a tough call because I can't test ride a bike with a standard shifter. I have to base my purchasing off or reviews, data, and just sitting on the bikes statically.
@cosmozellman
@cosmozellman 4 жыл бұрын
The best camera-forward motojournalist in the business! More vintage daily riders, plz :D
@zackcourts2280
@zackcourts2280 4 жыл бұрын
workin' on it! 👍
@joakimf4868
@joakimf4868 4 жыл бұрын
Is there a daily ride with the Tenere 700 coming any time soon?
@mj_aussie_coaster_travels8310
@mj_aussie_coaster_travels8310 4 жыл бұрын
That’s the one I wanna see. T7 will hopefully be my next bike.
@zackcourts2280
@zackcourts2280 4 жыл бұрын
We'll do one at some point, yea... in the meantime, Spurgeon made a video and covered a ton of topics: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fXepo358g9FnnNk
@TheStig272
@TheStig272 4 жыл бұрын
@@mj_aussie_coaster_travels8310 Next on my list as well
@davidrespect6471
@davidrespect6471 4 жыл бұрын
I actually wanna see one of the new tracer 700
@sheynchapman9829
@sheynchapman9829 4 жыл бұрын
I hope cause it looks really promising
@czierwo
@czierwo 4 жыл бұрын
Love the closing clip. 99% of people would freak out scared of dying, I react the same way as Zack did. WTF?!... and just move on living your life :) Awesome review all in all, as usual!
@pyrodoll2422
@pyrodoll2422 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Zack once again. Having a 2 up test ride of one of these beauties on Saturday with a strong view to buying. Got a decent offer from my local dealer for the electronic suspension manual with quick shift, full outback luggage and centre stand so more than tempted. 🤞🤞
@monkeydooby9694
@monkeydooby9694 4 жыл бұрын
Finally! Zack and Ari's back!
@St4ticBloodLust
@St4ticBloodLust 4 жыл бұрын
I would like to see you get a Triumph Tiger 900 to rate against the Africa Twin. I think it would take the #2 spot on that board, probably not by much but it would still be a good comparison for the general public.
@axellness
@axellness 4 жыл бұрын
this would be dope!
@ronnie.b31
@ronnie.b31 4 жыл бұрын
I second that
@thekaizer666
@thekaizer666 4 жыл бұрын
2nd
@BMWWolf
@BMWWolf 4 жыл бұрын
Yes.
@bertbirge3617
@bertbirge3617 Жыл бұрын
At last, a good Africa Twin video on a standard transmission!! Very well done sir! Your right on on all you talked about! Thank you!
@ScrambleNorth
@ScrambleNorth 4 жыл бұрын
I sure wish my 2017 had cruise control-They're awesome bikes for sure. Recognized my old stomping grounds immediately.
@paulnadeau7511
@paulnadeau7511 4 жыл бұрын
Zack - love your laugh and how you really tell it like it is. I have a Versys 650 which I love... but have been tempted by the Africa Twin. Really appreciated your excellent review!
@kalimarus
@kalimarus 3 жыл бұрын
I moved to a 2021 ATAS DCT from a 2017 V650 LT. Other than price the AT is all around a better bike imo. Shockingly good handling too, wasn’t expecting that, and I had ridden the 2016 and was unimpressed with handling. The newer gen made changes to the frame etc and it shows. It’s about 95% of the handling of the Versys due to the larger wheels, but magnitudes better on dirt roads and comfort overall. Plus even more fuel range and still low octane fuel. The electronic suspension is like having multiple bikes in one, CarPlay is awesome on a bike and DCT is fantastic. Amazing package overall. It feels no more heavy than the Versys too, which shows how well they managed the CG on the Africa twin, it weighs 75 lbs more (50 with luggage on the LT). Give one a try!
@tylerscottrusty
@tylerscottrusty Жыл бұрын
Watching this in Jan 23’. Hoping to get myself an AT very soon. I have longed for one for awhile. This video has double sold me. The best review ever!
@THELASTRID3R
@THELASTRID3R Жыл бұрын
Did you find one? Impossible to get ahold of one here in the US.. been waiting since last Oct, the dealer keeps pushing out the delivery date.. plus Honda is still not offering the 23 model year for the US, not even listed on the Honda site.
@doublex632
@doublex632 4 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you got another gig, your very talented in what you do, big fan from days way back, thanks
@lee155912000
@lee155912000 3 жыл бұрын
I just started riding last year and live in a small town. Im 6'1" 175lbs. Ive only ever ridden my 2000 Vulcan 500 and seen a couple of Harleys and Goldwings. I finally got to see an adv bike in person yesterday and holy hell are they big. This Africa Twin is GIGANTIC. I understood the size of a Goldwing (Its like a van on two wheels). I did NOT understand from youtube videos that an African Twin or a Tenere 1200 or Versys 1000 would be just as big if only in a different way. They may not weigh as much but they are HUGE in person. I plan on getting the Honda nc750x or vstrom650 but even the V-strom 650 in person seemed big. But not much bigger than the nc750x so idk. In summary, I'm just saying that these bikes are huge and are super intimidating
@adamschrammel2010
@adamschrammel2010 8 ай бұрын
It is because of this review that I bought my Africa Twin. Zacks opinion is worth far more to me than any other journalist's.
@reptilesgamers00
@reptilesgamers00 4 жыл бұрын
this is such a good show. Ima watch every episode. Love how you put practicality at the top of the list.
@samiam5326
@samiam5326 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Zack, this or the V-Strom 1050 XT?
@Cobalttoyota
@Cobalttoyota 4 жыл бұрын
I waited this whole video to hear about DCT and then it was only mentioned in passing at the end. As a 2019 ATAS DCT owner, I think that’s the biggest reason to pick an AT over other brands.
@mostlybroadbandbandit
@mostlybroadbandbandit 4 жыл бұрын
Its either going to be the biggest reason to buy it or the biggest reason to shy away. I love my DCT, but I know other owners who absolutely hate it.
@billallen4793
@billallen4793 4 жыл бұрын
I wanted to hear about that also...from Wyoming USA 🔫🤠🇺🇸p.s stay safe
@mostlybroadbandbandit
@mostlybroadbandbandit 4 жыл бұрын
@HellsSgt not even offroad "ish". I go on full blown trails with mine lol
@rickseibel5904
@rickseibel5904 4 жыл бұрын
Lovin’ my ‘17 AT DCT.
@pyrodoll2422
@pyrodoll2422 3 жыл бұрын
Just watch practically every other AT video, Honda must be pushing the dct like hell. It's manual reviews that are thin on the ground.
@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr
@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr 4 жыл бұрын
Great review Zack! Glad to see you doing this again. Honda reliability is undisputed, but too heavy and a bit pricey for my use. Thanks. Ride safe.
@ckidphotography1318
@ckidphotography1318 Жыл бұрын
Used market they depreciate in 3 years to around 10k with 11k miles
@nickthequick
@nickthequick 4 жыл бұрын
Very clear, sufficiently objective, and very fluent review with no discernable repetitions. You are very good at this sir.
@zackcourts2280
@zackcourts2280 4 жыл бұрын
Right on, glad you liked it, Nick. Thanks for watching
@ondank
@ondank 4 жыл бұрын
I road one of these a few weeks ago for a few hundred miles. So I will share my opinions if anyone cares. Horrible around town but lovely on the motorway. It is so stable! And the handlebars just left you leaver it well on twistier roads. But yeah, the minute you have stop start traffic it was miserable. I put that down to the jerky throttle response that Zak mentions and the aggressive engine breaking and somewhat harsh breaks. The seat height wasn't a problem for me, except for the fact that the foot pegs seem to be exactly where your legs would be when you put your foot down, forcing them out to a wider position. Also. Its really heavy. I have a GTR1400 as my normal bike, which is heavier, but its lower to the ground, whereas that weight up high on the Africa Twin makes the weight really obvious. However, on the last leg of my journey, I ended up in a flash storm, and had to drive on a semi flooded motorway whilst filtering, then through several severely flooded south london streets, roads covered in gravel. It was completely unfazed by any of that. So if you do live somewhere a little off the beaten path, then this might really be for you.
@tHaH4x0r
@tHaH4x0r 2 жыл бұрын
Have you tried flashing the ECU? I heard it helps with a lot of choppy throttle issues for a lot of modern bikes. The choppy throttle is usually caused by running very lean, which is necessary to pass Euro 4/5 compliance testing.
@khaccanhle1930
@khaccanhle1930 4 жыл бұрын
For a minute there, I thought this WASN'T revzilla. I'm so used to seeing your face on another channel.
@LEEGOOVER9901
@LEEGOOVER9901 4 жыл бұрын
MC garage
@mojomanmurph1925
@mojomanmurph1925 4 жыл бұрын
Been researching it for months now. I really like this motorcycle for both off road and street, it looks really sharp along with that Honda quality. The only problem being 5'7" that seat height even at 32.whatever" with being top heavy I can't get used to so I am looking at the Honda CB500X and saving for it. Very popular model for us vertically challenged riders.
@zackcourts2280
@zackcourts2280 4 жыл бұрын
CB500X is a great bike, I'd definitely recommend it if you're attracted to the style and size.
@chrissweetavena
@chrissweetavena Жыл бұрын
I'm 5'8 started off with a drz moved to an nx650 which is 34inch seat height and i manage. So I figure if I adjust the seat to the 33 inch and order the low seat I think it shouldn't be to difficult
@operationsoperations5515
@operationsoperations5515 2 жыл бұрын
Hey buddy great review as usual, but whats up with the fencing pose at the beginning of the video
@agedwards63
@agedwards63 4 жыл бұрын
This is how EVERY bike review should be done excellent!!
@andrewkitchenuk
@andrewkitchenuk 2 жыл бұрын
Had 3 ATAS models in the last 5 years, a 1000 and 2 x 1100s and love them. As far as slow speed jerkiness is concerned it does take a few hundred miles to get used to it with the light clutch and the fly-by-wire throttle but once you know how to use the controls it's fine.
@colincoleman2536
@colincoleman2536 4 жыл бұрын
Zackeroo nice informative video you seemed to have the measure of the complicated controls on the bike where others have failed so well done you keep it going, your opinions are valued.
@zackcourts2280
@zackcourts2280 4 жыл бұрын
Many thanks, Colin 👍
@druegeme
@druegeme 4 жыл бұрын
Great review so fun and informative. Best MC show on the tube these days! Hope for many more. Maybe some 'used' 5-10 year old bikes but I get it probably not much sponsorship for that.
@blackbuttecruizr
@blackbuttecruizr 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent review... So happy you are back doing this kind of stuff.
@bernarddulmet4909
@bernarddulmet4909 4 жыл бұрын
I have a standard CRF 1000 mechanical gearbox, model year 2018, i.e. second version with ride by wire and 4 riding modes. I rode it 11 000 km, the majority on tours with my spouse. We appreciate its flexibility and its altogether smooth but not boring manners, but there is a couple of technical points I would like to know about the 2020 model. The load capacity of the CRF1000L is 213kg, including everything (accessories, luggage, passengers). It is relatively modest for traveling with pillion. Because the standard and DCT have the same chassis and the DCT is heavier, its load capacity is even down to 195kg. For comparison, a smaller 650 Vstrom legally endures 230kg of cargo. If it was not for duo riding capacity, I would have preferred a lighter and less expensive bike than the CRF 1000. What about the cargo capacity of the new models ? My second question : when coming to a stop, the CRF1000 tends to fall at the exact moment you come to the complete stop. The bike is very stable at 15km/h, but if you forget to use the rear brake, the release of the diving of the mellow fork when you reach zero speed may surprise you, especially with a fully loaded bike (you will not notice that when riding solo with almost no cargo). I also find that achieving very tight hairpins turns on narrow mountain roads is more difficult than on a street bike, especially on steep ascents and with the passenger. OK, I know you have to lean the bike and counterbalance, but with pillion and the mass transfer in ascent, it needs practice to succeed. As a whole, the height of this bike makes is not super accessible for the passenger. Would these points be noticeably better with the electronic suspension and/or the DCT ?
@mikesampont6091
@mikesampont6091 4 жыл бұрын
Please do a daily ride review on the 2020 KTM 1290 Super adventure R. Love your videos brother.
@aespillers
@aespillers 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for riding through south bay. Hometown. I've put 5k miles on my ATAS DCT ES. Love it.
@forestmotoadventures
@forestmotoadventures 3 жыл бұрын
Buy my ‘21 ATAS ES DCT “Darkness Black” this month 🤗💯
@usbsol
@usbsol 4 жыл бұрын
answering the viewers questions is a great feature -thanks 🙂
@philrc1
@philrc1 4 жыл бұрын
Love Zack and Ari. I glad to see they're now where I can watch.
@dglesterhardunkichud7860
@dglesterhardunkichud7860 3 жыл бұрын
I wish I was as chill as Zack when the guy cuts him off at the end.
@Firestorm637
@Firestorm637 4 жыл бұрын
Expensive but is ready to go. No expensive add ons on a depreciating vehicle. Nice job Honda!
@skyworks1621
@skyworks1621 4 жыл бұрын
As a 2019 Vstrom XT rider I kind of miss just sitting on the bike and have fun without thinking about rider modes and every single thing to adjust. But that is the way motorcycle brands are going. Nice as always Zack.
@sebastiangeorge7714
@sebastiangeorge7714 4 жыл бұрын
Royal Enfield is not 😁
@andrewkitchenuk
@andrewkitchenuk 2 жыл бұрын
I own an 1100 ATAS and to be honest, once you have it set to your liking you don't have to be making adjustments all the time and do just ride it like any other bike without all the tech trickery.
@chrissweetavena
@chrissweetavena Жыл бұрын
Can't you just leave it off
@S14tube
@S14tube 4 жыл бұрын
What an excellent review - articulate, knowledgeable and highly informative. You da man Zach. (oh, and you can ride too!!)
@KimCruz1
@KimCruz1 4 жыл бұрын
Great review zack! Looking forward to the next one- the tenere 700!
@timanderson6499
@timanderson6499 3 жыл бұрын
Zack is the best moto reviewer on KZbin. Keep up the good work zack
@eliotsalandybrown
@eliotsalandybrown 4 жыл бұрын
Zack you're a fantastic journalist and presenter. Thanks for these insightful and enjoyable videos.
@toltod
@toltod 4 жыл бұрын
Could they please update the firmware so you don't have to press the touchscreen after starting the bike? Make the warning last 10 seconds and then go away. Otherwise your going to be driving and then realize you forgot to click it....terrible distraction while your on the move.
@arjenbootsma6881
@arjenbootsma6881 4 жыл бұрын
Are the Rev'it Sand 3 gloves the official gloves for these kind of reviews? Zack's been wearing them for Daily Rider, Adam Waheed has been wearing the same ones for MC Commute. I noticed, because I have the same pair.
@juliocnz
@juliocnz 4 жыл бұрын
Always watching these videos of big bikes while looking to my small GS. She gets MAD!
@Movieman1965
@Movieman1965 4 жыл бұрын
Ok. So all it needs is a center kickstand and this Africa Twin is the perfect adventure motorcycle! Awesome!
@RevZilla
@RevZilla 4 жыл бұрын
Honda love their center stands, and if there isn't one available from them already I'd say it should be on the books soon! -Zack
@DerpEye
@DerpEye 3 жыл бұрын
i've test ridden the adv dct with electronic suspensions. It's 250kgs, but you can't really feel the weight. The seat height is pretty low at 82cm, the saddle is narrow. My 2017 is 85cm and feels much higher.
@doxasnob8137
@doxasnob8137 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Zac. I appreciate and love your "Daily Rider" format. I also am the proud owner of a 650 Kawasaki Versys LT. Love it and it fits me well.
@caseyrice768
@caseyrice768 4 жыл бұрын
I DID learn something and I DID have fun. Thanks!
@Mycatz
@Mycatz 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve got a Honda Africa twin 2021 manual and I’m 5’9 and my inseam is 32 IN with boots. This is my first bike and I took a driving course last week. And now have my license. The bike is so huge and heavy it’s so scary turning it. The power is fine I can go shift into second and come to a clean stop. I practiced going up and down a hill no issues and stopping at an incline and going without rolling backwards got all that down. Got onto the road and practiced going and turning around within two lanes to the left and right but it’s so scary I don’t think I am going to be able to master it on this bike. In class I was doing circles at 25 mph no problem. I guess I’m gonna pay it off and sell it to buy a new one maybe I’ll be riding in a year if I’m lucky.
@Mycatz
@Mycatz 2 жыл бұрын
Had to edit this my inseam is 32 IN with boots. But I ordered a kit that’ll lower the front and back 50 MM and a seat that takes off 30 MM So between the two I should be good. And Honda said it wouldn’t void my warranty.
@talltale9760
@talltale9760 2 жыл бұрын
Definitely something you just have to build confidence for. The lowering kit will help a lot too
@okrigerx
@okrigerx 4 жыл бұрын
I would like to see how versys x300 can do in this table. I personally think it’s a better commuter than the 650, it’s better off road, much lighter, better in havy traffic and taller.
@zackcourts2280
@zackcourts2280 4 жыл бұрын
Yea it's a good bike, for sure. Still, I prefer the 650's engine, and the aero, and the big tank. Also the luggage for the X300 isn't great.
@okrigerx
@okrigerx 4 жыл бұрын
@@zackcourts2280 The engine is better for sure, from my experience the mailege is about the same and the side luggage of the 650 cost a lote (at least in Israel..), i'm raiding with a big top case that can fit 2 full helmets, that way i can still move between cars easely in truffic (the width is lower). also in Deallerships in Israel you can get the X300 about half the price compered to the 650 (this was the main reason i took the x300 over the 650..). I do miss the rear suspention and the windshield controls.
@alexworks9659
@alexworks9659 4 жыл бұрын
What!? Zack and Revzilla? Oh yeah!!!! Missed your commutes!
@GIGABACHI
@GIGABACHI 4 жыл бұрын
I'am a regular ADV category hater (less so after riding the category's icon, the BMW R1200GS) . . . 🙄 But this motorcycle LOOKS AMAZING( no stupid beak ! WOOOHOOO ), SOUNDS AMAZING and seems to do everything a rider would ask of it. Thanks for the review, my fine gentleman. 👌🏻😎👍🏻
@HighMaintenancePS
@HighMaintenancePS 4 жыл бұрын
Ha, the more we mature the more we realise these types of bikes and super competent, comfortable and arguably the best type of design for fast comfortable touring, single or two up.
@GIGABACHI
@GIGABACHI 4 жыл бұрын
@@HighMaintenancePSI hate the looks but can't deny their functionality. They make for great "travel mules". 👌😎
@pmdinaz
@pmdinaz 4 жыл бұрын
Got a kick out your giggle in the intro. It was subtle but I heard it. I get a kick out of hearing you giggle and laugh when the bike is being forced to misbehave haha.
@jmeditatesonamoto7050
@jmeditatesonamoto7050 4 жыл бұрын
Love your videos, get to see Long Beach to palos verdes, old stomping grounds when I lived in Long Beach. I’m now in Costa Rica.
@stoneblue1795
@stoneblue1795 4 жыл бұрын
I enjoy your reviews and adventures with that other hipster guy quite a bit. Also, great job on the Versys film lately.
@theonlyredspecial
@theonlyredspecial 4 жыл бұрын
love the bike ,traded in to get one last week after a demo. nicely done article thanks. love the 300mile tank range.
@forestmotoadventures
@forestmotoadventures 3 жыл бұрын
Have $500 quid down on 2021 Darkness Black version…waiting for engine guards OEM upper “light bar” (aka crash guard) to arrive and be installed….Also, I am a couple inches shorter than Zack but didn’t feel the bike was that tall…maybe his seat choice (34?) was to high.
@johnnydangerously9598
@johnnydangerously9598 4 жыл бұрын
Wss stoked to stumble on this video and see Zack. Back it in!
@Fekillix
@Fekillix 4 жыл бұрын
9:50 Why is there a stop sign there? I think all the stop signs would give me an aneurism if I lived in the US.
@christenney5435
@christenney5435 4 жыл бұрын
Please please pleeeeeease find a Tenere 700 to ride! Awesome content as always, Zack.
@geetarthneo
@geetarthneo 4 жыл бұрын
I am so glad that Arri and Zack are back. 🤩🤩🤩
@atoka45
@atoka45 4 жыл бұрын
Great comprehensive review! Thanks! Good to see you again!
@DjMarkyBatch
@DjMarkyBatch 4 жыл бұрын
You guys are amazing, your content has occupied many hours of my life. Great video, only now do I realise the effort of making these videos after starting to do my own channel. Well done. Enjoy, stay safe!
@michaeldobson8859
@michaeldobson8859 2 жыл бұрын
Good review Zack. I like the way you discuss the controls and display while riding, just the way an owner would need to deal with the complexity of the controls, while in situation. The discussion and comparison between competitors is valid and accurate. Honda has built a good upgrade to their original new AT bike. I also like the way Honda packaged the bike. Pick the AS version and you get all the pieces, verses getting pinged for multiple packages and individual options that stack prices up and up. I missed the heated seat and grips discussion. Does it come with those two features or not?
@Ritalie
@Ritalie 3 жыл бұрын
it seems so easy for Kawasaki to just build a 2 cylinder version of the KLR-650. A paralell twin is what turns a motorcycle into an Adventure Bike. Having 75 horsepower instead of 42 horsepower, would make a KLR a more versatile bike. They could even make it a KLR-600 twin. A twin would produce way more smoothness, more top speed, and shorter gear ratios for driving slow in the woods (parallel twins can idle extremely low).
@oldmanhare
@oldmanhare 4 жыл бұрын
Great review. Riding one myself after owning my Multistrada, I found it lacking in almost every category on road. However, if I spent a lot of time off road I would give it more consideration.
@coolhandchunk
@coolhandchunk 4 жыл бұрын
Gotta factor in reliability, servicability and maintenance costs too... this is where the Japanese bikes will always shine
@oldmanhare
@oldmanhare 4 жыл бұрын
@@coolhandchunk no doubt owning a Ducati has logistical drawbacks, but 15000 miles and counting with no issues here.
@Angry-Lynx
@Angry-Lynx 4 жыл бұрын
Cafe racer :p
@12masterr
@12masterr 4 жыл бұрын
@@coolhandchunk the heads are copys of the motocross bikes,let's see how good the accumulate miles!
@coolhandchunk
@coolhandchunk 4 жыл бұрын
@@12masterr should be ok, engine is under low stress
@mrwobbly185
@mrwobbly185 4 жыл бұрын
Ah, found you again Zack. Marvellous. Great vid. Thanks. Have an AT. 6,000 miles in, it’s fabulous. Great bike for commuting and fun. Buy one!
@RockBoyy1
@RockBoyy1 3 жыл бұрын
It would be cool if there's a way to be done, a holographic speedo in the windscreen (in the corner) and or a small gps route preview to know where to go. Is it too futuristic? Cars have it.
@FragEightyfive
@FragEightyfive 4 жыл бұрын
340 miles is a long time. My Versys will do mid-high 200's and even that feels like a long time. 250-280 miles. if I'm cruising just under freeway speeds and I need a short break every 3-4 hours. 3 hours is ideal, stand up while fueling, keep going.
@returnrider4952
@returnrider4952 4 жыл бұрын
I just subscribed and hit the bell when I saw this video come up with Zac's face, haven't even watched it yet but its going to be awesome. Hope he can back it in and... does it wheely????
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome bike, havent ridden the adventure sport yet, just the standard which was an outstanding ride
@ashermerkabah
@ashermerkabah Жыл бұрын
I'm generally not a big fan of ADV bikes, as far as their looks goes. I tend to gravitate toward the more classic styling of a Bonneville or Interceptor 650. My friend recently traveled across country to come visit on his KLR650 and I got a chance to take his bike for a spin and loved the comfort of it, but really don't like the looks. I currently own a TW200 and an RE Interceptor 650. I like the TW because it fits in the back of my short bed pickup truck and I can take it camping and it's the perfect bike for cruising around the Big Horn mountains here in WY and I love the INT650 for cruising around my small town for a quick half hour to hour long ride but quickly realized that doing longer 100+ mile trips isn't optimal on it. I've tried changing the peg position, got a Motone 1" up and 1" back bar riser and an aftermarket touring seat and it still just doesn't compare to the KLR my friend has, comfort wise. I'm also finding myself growing out of the HP of my INT650 and would like to do some long rides. I've seen the Africa Twin at a couple dealerships around me and especially love that classic Honda red white and blue with gold wheels color scheme, like in this video. I have a feeling this bike will definitely be in my future in the next 2 or 3 years. It actually looks good and I'm very impressed with the range on it, wow! Anyway, sorry for the long comment and thanks for the great comprehensive video Zack!
@CharlieMike25
@CharlieMike25 4 жыл бұрын
Will we get a BMW R1250 GSA daily ride?
@julescousteau
@julescousteau 3 жыл бұрын
Which one should I choose? Africa Twin or Yamaha Teneré 700. Each one is fantastic bike, maybe two best adventure bike, but I can't decide
@THELASTRID3R
@THELASTRID3R Жыл бұрын
What did you end up doing? I got a good deal here on the T7, $12,300 OTD
@ZenScapeOasisPure
@ZenScapeOasisPure 4 жыл бұрын
Always quality stuff coming from Zack, best reviews, cheers man, even watching the bike reviews I'm not really interested in lol
@jeditobiwan
@jeditobiwan 29 күн бұрын
I love how my motorcycle internet searches have just become "daily rider [motorcycle model]"
@silv3rArrow
@silv3rArrow 4 жыл бұрын
I felt the Adventure model to be too wide for daily use. Lane splitting can be done but I found it very tricky.
@utuberagain18
@utuberagain18 4 жыл бұрын
Did Honda improve access to the air filter from the CRF1000 model? It's extremely difficult and unfriendly for the CRF1000 model.
@iamkaioken
@iamkaioken 2 жыл бұрын
Always love the ride dude. Looking at add one to the stable next year, I can't wait to hit the road and explore.
@danemoll4065
@danemoll4065 3 жыл бұрын
I love my 2017. Giant Loop Great Basin is a great backrest when loaded correctly. Great review.
@veiledallegory
@veiledallegory 4 жыл бұрын
On top of that the Honda won’t have any electrical or mechanical problems like the BMW will!
@portlandshomlessproblem1728
@portlandshomlessproblem1728 4 жыл бұрын
It does have a couple known problems
@goomeister2602
@goomeister2602 4 жыл бұрын
Oh , I dunno. There's so much more electronics in this model compared to the 1st gen AT.
@VFRZen
@VFRZen 4 күн бұрын
Nice review. Have u ridden the 2024 AT ES DCT? Would be interested in learning how you think it compares to this previous generation.
@acquisitium
@acquisitium 6 ай бұрын
i sat on it today. Intimidating as the reviewer says is the best word. feel like a motor for people of 2 meter and over
@nicklizardi8526
@nicklizardi8526 4 жыл бұрын
Can't wait for you guys to review and make a video on the Rebel 1100
@Big5Daddy7
@Big5Daddy7 2 жыл бұрын
You were riding in my old stomping grounds, San Pedro. That looked like the Vincent Thomas Bridge.
@Angry-Lynx
@Angry-Lynx 4 жыл бұрын
Really cool to see electronic controlled dampers on her ; thid should br option for base model.also
@michaeldobson8859
@michaeldobson8859 2 жыл бұрын
I would add that in comparing the GSA to the AT is that Honda’s commitment long term has always been lacking. Honda does not keep the parts inventory that BMW has always done. Try getting a part for the 2003 AT bike. In fact you can get all the parts for say a 1976 R90s bike but not at Honda!
@briancox8422
@briancox8422 4 жыл бұрын
What is your motoblog setup? What helmet are you using? What camera/how is it mounted? microphone? Sorry that is specific to the Africa Twin
@toltod
@toltod 4 жыл бұрын
as always, you give great reviews. Thank You!
@evanjohnstone1270
@evanjohnstone1270 4 жыл бұрын
No center stand?!?! Arrghh, that drives me nuts! That should be standard, period.
@mrnoodley
@mrnoodley 4 жыл бұрын
It’s a cheap accessory. I agree that the center stand and quickshifter should be standard, not factory accessories, but I guess they were trying to keep the price down.
@evanjohnstone1270
@evanjohnstone1270 4 жыл бұрын
KLRJUNE I just feel like for a chain-driven touring bike, that is a necessity and should come standard. I get the economics, but c’mon, this has every other bell and whistle!
@sivvinod3187
@sivvinod3187 4 жыл бұрын
@Bunnyshooter 223 buy a GS then.
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