2020 Honda NC750X DCT ABS Review | MC Commute

[@RobertLeeLewisThe2nd]

After 16,000 miles on my 2016 NC700x DCT, I upgraded to a 2018 NC750x DCT. (The NC 700x has a displacement of 670cc, while the 750x has a displacement of 749cc, so its more than just the 50 cc you might think if you just look at the model numbers). My medium sized Shoei GT Air and NeoTec II helmets fit nicely in the FRUNK. I have been riding standard transmissions for 51 years so I was not inclined to even try a bike that shifted for me. But I was blown away by the experience of driving a sports car with a dual transmission and paddle shifters, so it made sense to try it on a motorcycle. "Traditionalists" call think its a scooter, but being able to stop at a light on a steep San Francisco hill, or slowing for a quick turn at the bottom of a hill without worrying about coordinating the shift pedal and clutch while keeping your balance with your foot, really makes you appreciate the benefits of the DCT. My previous bike was a V-Strom. And if I were heading back to the Arctic Circle or doing serious adventure touring, I would prefer the V-Strom or Africa Twin. But doing weekend tours around Northern California, twisties in Marin County, and daily commutes over the Bay Bridge from SF to the East Bay, there is absolutely no better all around bike that the NC75X DCT. Complaints: Well, for short urban commutes, the windscreen might be enough, but I upgraded to the Givi, a couple inches taller. I recently upgraded again to the Madstad. Wow, highway riding with the visor up and clear music from my earbuds without cranking it up to deafening volumes. The Madstad is amazing, but probably more than you need unless you plan on lots of highway miles. Even with the Givi, the wind buffeting was fatiguing on the highway. The Madstad "System" comes with mounting brackets and side deflectors, btw, and the deflectors interfere with both the Honda or Givi hand guards. But the deflectors cut wind to the hands, too, so I just got rid of the handguards. I have added Honda's heated grips which are great, as well as the Honda top case and side cases. With the Frunk and the other luggage, I can take a hella lot a gear for camping tours. Another complaint, ... to with Givi or another luggage bracket and top case. The Honda system is set so far forward that the passenger is pushed forward and the rider, which cute for a while, but really annoying after the thrill is gone. Just one more comment about DCTs. Ever notice fewer new riders? "Kids nowadays" don't learn to drive a manual transmission car, so by the time they are old enough to start motorcycling, many are intimidated by the learning curve of learning to motorcycle and learning to use a clutch at the same time. Honda needs to start marketing their smaller bikes with DCTs for "beginner bikes." Put the DCT on the Rebel 300 and watch the sales go up with women and beginners.

[@georgeklimes7604]

I know it's been a year, but I am just seeing this video. I am older as well (late 50s), and I also happen to be a big guy. Most motorcycles tend to fit well guys who are under 5'10" and 200 pounds. I am 6'3" and 245. And my feet are a size 17. So do you think the DCT model makes more sense regarding shifting? I have had issues shifting on a few bikes I tried because of the sheer size of my feet. I live in the DC area. So lots of commuting (and another reason to think the DCT makes more sense) though I might trailer a bike out to "the country" every once in awhile to see nature. I am fairly inexperienced and would like something relatvely light (500 pounds or less) that fits me decently while being good on gas. Given all of that, what is your opinion? The frunk is nice though my helmet wouldn't fit based on what you said about your medium helmet making it in there (I wear a 3X)...

[@khalidaziz5991]

After seeing a lot of research intoseveral bikes, I picked up my NC750X DCT a week ago. I just love it. Now I'm preparing for European voyage knowing how reliable Honda is

[@lgwappo]

This bike suits me better than anything else. Actually mine is a new leftover Honda NC700X manual transmission I got last year for $4,997. In my youth speed was everything but I couldn't afford it. Now I can but I'm 63 so I want low-end torque, nimbleness (no cruisers) comfort (no cruisers) & a low center of gravity so I can move it around without dropping it. Unlike my Suzuki Vstrom 650 which I can no longer pick up when it falls. I've only hit the rev limiter once. At 70 mph the tach reads just 3.5K rpm. Vstrom is 5.2K rpm. Love this bike. One complaint: it has one of those seats designed for people with short legs. Thin, no thigh support & sloped downward. 45 minutes in it's painful. If you buy a comfortable seat for it then it's too high & you have to buy a lowering kit. Why not just make a comfortable seat at 31 inches?! Solution would be buy the S model. Looks better (no beak) but Honda quit making it. SUV bikes are more popular. I mean, "adventure" bikes. Odd name. Every bike I ever owned was an adventure.

[@staninjapan07]

Had a 2013 Vstrom from very nearly new. Cannot imagine a better all-round bike, but the DCT is so tempting. Swapped the strom for a new Yamaha Tmax 530DX to go clutchless, but what a disappointment. I wish so much that I had just tolerated the hand pain in traffic. From the best bike I could imagine to one that makes a nasty noise from about 3000 to 5000 RPM (the most frequently use RPM when not on a high speed road). Next stop, Honda dealer. I am already very please with the Honda PCX150 I use for commuting.

[@robertbolin1763]

@@staninjapan07 I love my 2013 PCX for my commute. But would love the extra power of the 745ccs over the 153ccs.

[@pcofranc]

Great info comparing rpm against the v-strom. Love the motor and most everything else on my 2012 NC700X.

[@pcofranc]

@@staninjapan07 I moved up from a 2005 Kymco Grandvista - loved automatic and my NC700X is manual (was unsure about DCT at the time) but next honda will be DCT. NC700X or 750 are that absolute perfect vibration free and high MPG bikes ever made.

[@johnmitchell2741]

@@staninjapan07 I have a Yamaha Smax it's a 155cc I ride it around the Ozarks put a bigger screen on it love the storage and weather protection I shifted bikes my whole riding career the CVT really grows on you especially when your riding back country roads

[@Herzankerkreuz67]

Just completed 102.000 km on my 2013, NC700 ( manual clutch, first clutch plates ! ) Still runs like day one. Absolutely best all rounder, easy maintenance and insane fuel economy. Safe rides 👍🏍

[@Lord_Winston]

This bike is a surprise

[@Herzankerkreuz67]

@@Lord_Winston Yes indeed. It's a bike that won't let you down. Mine hasn't 👍🏍

[@rockingrodders8551]

I have the Yamaha R3 2016 96k miles on the clock with original clutch..also runs like new.Ride Safe!!!! ✌️

[@improvisewitme]

I have a 2015 NC700X. I just 80,000 miles on it. Great bike neutral riding position very comfortable. I would buy another when mine finally goes out.

[@Checkpat]

improvisewitme It wil never 😎

[@husker68]

How is the heat on your legs on the NC750X? Adam had said the CB500 had heat issues.

[@uziel1964]

Amazing bike 👌. Enjoying it for two years. 70 miles per gallon!!! (29.7 km per liter) if you ride calmly. Ride it fast, ride it slow, it's up to you.

[@bmp72]

I'm seeing 32 to 35 km per L... but I love to feel the beat of the engine under slow accelleration. These numbers are in Switzerland, so up and down mountains, and with stints of 110kmh on the highway.

[@funkyed985]

Have a 2016 DCT with 21,000 miles on it so far. Not the fastest or most exciting bike in the world, but very easy to ride and reliable as a rock. Decently fast in the twisties. 95% of my riding is commuting and this EXCELS at that more than any other bike. Will cruise at 90 no sweat.

[@NLRamonNL]

And you fail to show us the 'trunk' and relocated fuel tank? Come on now... Thats what makes this bike unique.

[@jamesevans1109]

That's the only reason I watched this video and all -.-

[@danmanthe9335]

It's pronounced frunk

[@crunchers9]

Big fail, especially because not all helmets will fit. If you are a medium it's more likely...

[@AdamWaheed]

You can see photos of these features inside the article.

[@braikka]

There are many videos showing those

[@kalimarus]

The DCT is really great on these. My dad has the NC700x and it’s a great bike. I have a Versys 650 and have ridden both. It’s a tough choice between the two but boils down to the Versys being more fun for a twisty road and the NC being great at everything else. Downside is the tank is small. It gets extremely good MPG but the tank is still annoying for long trips, just bring a liter spare lol. Brakes are a little worse (it has half the Versys brakes, they use the same calipers). And suspension is not as good as the Versys. If they made a DCT Versys I’d trade mine in a second. If Honda made a “s1000xr’ lite with DCT out of the 650cc 4 that would be an amazing bike. Can’t go wrong with the NC750x though imo. We took ours to Alaska from Maine and they worked very well. The front trunk is a awesome feature as well, super useful.

[@keithkamps77]

I have the 2020 Manual NC750X and love it. I've gotten 70mpg at 70mph on a 90 mile round trip which blew my mind also she is definitely at home at highway+ speeds.

[@DB1956]

Great review. Love the way you talk about a bike for what it is, not what it is not.

[@pilninggas]

i've done 35,000 miles on my NC700x. I love this bike (for reference i also have a 2011 ZX10, an FZR1000, an RG250 and am building a turbo XJ600 brat). It really is an amazing bike, ignore the bhp figures and the weight. It has oodles of torque and the mass is very low. I'm back at work and i get 90mpg (uk) riding to and from work. I've ridden down to Croatia on it and it tours as well as other bikes ive owned with less revs while cruising and at lower cost. If you want a do it all bike, the NCs really will do it all.

[@Yelwas]

When I moved to Japan to live permanently, I picked up a non DCT version, and loved it, but once I sold my S1000R that I had overseas and the money arrived in Japan, I bought another S1000R. I am now seriously thinking of going back to the NC (DCT this time) or X-ADV

[@keithkamps77]

I have the 2020 manual version and just love it. I got 73mpg on 100 mile round trip at 70mph, I was floored when I filled back up at home and did the math. The very 1st thing I did was change out the seat, it was very uncomfortable other than that I'm happy with my purchase and even happier shifting gears.

[@karlfonner7589]

May I ask what kind of seat you put on it?

[@233kosta]

Imperial or US gallons?

[@keithkamps77]

@@233kosta US gallons

[@pcofranc]

Thanks for bringing attention to this incredible bike - I have a 2012 NC700X with almost 40K trouble-free daily commuter miles.

[@kyle2109]

Just a couple of notes on this bike. On the older NC700X versions (I have the 2015), the frunk isn’t as big and won’t hold some of the larger full face helmets - especially those with air vents. The seat, unless Honda updated it, is only good for about a 45 minute ride. After that, the forward slope and the material make you stand up on the pegs and ‘adjust’ often. I opted for new foam and covers from Seat Concepts...huge difference in comfort. The only other changes I made to the bike were a bigger windscreen for winter riding, and I swapped out the coffee can style muffler for the type on the newer NCs, making for a slight yet noticeable deeper and poppier sound. The weight of the bike isn’t a huge issue, as it’s very well balanced and the center of gravity with the canted cylinders seems lower than traditional bikes. The one thing I would have liked to have seen is a shaft drive, making for even easier maintenance.

[@nilslofthagen686]

Yes...shaft would have been icing on the cake.

[@MrMegaPerez]

Thank you for this review! I love this bike:) I traveled to more than 30 countries with it, in Europe and Central Asia + the famos Pamir Highway (will go to Africa this fall) and I never had any issues with it on my trips. I wouldn’t be afraid to go around the world on this bike and it would be really great for that :) P.S. I also have a long term video review about it on my channel (in English, Russian and German) + a video about the accessories and travels. Maybe it will help somebody with the decision to buy this awesome bike :)

[@skidchowder2433]

Love your Channel Alex... You were my inspiration to put knobbies on my bike. Your silk road series was a testament to this machines abilities!

[@MrMegaPerez]

Skidchowder thanks you :) comments like yours are a great motivation to keep doing new videos :) Ride safe and stay healthy

[@sunuk1915]

Love your channel dear

[@staninjapan07]

Oh? I will be checking those vids! I am considering this bike after trading in the similar V-strom for a bike I knew I would not grow to like on the way home from the dealer. A waste of about 15,000 US dollars (1.5 million yen).

[@1990-t1j]

I'm going to subscribe. Just what I want to watch.

[@johnford5568]

Coming from a 900 lb goldwing and a 650 lb FJR, 500 lbs is nice. Great review, and yes the dct does free up mental energy which is hard to explain. (2018 dct, 68mpg around town, 55mpg at 75+mph)

[@pcofranc]

That's a strong endorsement from a Goldwing & FJR rider. Yes 500lbs is the perfect weight. Sold on the road without being too heavy.

[@jmfr-en7ni]

I have one of these bikes, a lovely bike to ride every day all day.. Mine is a 2013 model with 80.000 kilometers and nothing to complain about the bike..

[@thomasdeir6212]

What a cool bike. I'm really considering the DCT now. Great in depth review!

[@1966johnnywayne]

If you do most of your riding in town, you'll love the DCT.

[@mindspinn311]

Current model or waiting for the new 2021?

[@gustwowheeling7337]

Great review Adam. I started watching and reading your articles, when you worked at Motorcycle USA. Glad I found you on here. Thanks again, be safe.

[@alejandroleguizamo7722]

I considered the NC750 for my first bike (I’m 50). I ended up going with the Versys 650. I found it a bit more comfortable and the engine much more engageable.

[@luvsallbikes279]

How is it with a passenger? I am thinking about nc750, v strom 650, Versys 650 ..I have a big tourer and a dual sport , looking for that perfect middleweight. Comfy, able to take a passenger , yet fun and engaging .

[@clausmadsen6754]

I tried a Versys 650 at a track day. Super nice bike. So friendly and engaging to ride. I was impressed. Not scary powerful but fun.

[@graemewoodhouse5523]

@@luvsallbikes279 Get the DCT auto transmission NC750 and your passengers will love it. Is super smooth ALL the time. And DCT makes bike as a 'twist and go'! You can leave high powered sport bikes standing, well until they get up and running then eventually they will catch and pass you, unless you arrive at another stop light!!!

[@GlenAdamson101]

I had a Versys 650 as a second bike, more so for commuting. Was very smooth and very nice bike overall. Clutch was heavy though and in the end in slow moving traffic it annoyed me and was sold. I like the idea of the DCT in this Honda. Not sure I would buy it in manual especially with the way the gearing has been shortened in first second and third

[@interman7715]

If anyone thinks the NC 750 is slow they should just watch this dude hustling through traffic 👍

[@mobeyond]

Just done 4000km on my NC Very nice bike for commute or road tour, DCT means you can leave more attention on road and traffic. It is a heavy bike, but low center of gravity makes it easy to handle. If Africa Twin is too big for your daily ride, this NC is best alternative.

[@jrb17bomber]

The blinkers must be broken. Jeez, you would think Honda would have mastered that on their super commuter by now. /s

[@johnb2649]

jrb17bomber and 60 in a 45

[@Nightboat]

@@johnb2649 What are you guys...? The m/c nanny patrol?

[@TheKampan]

You are back doing MC commute again! Welcome back

[@helmysetiabudi9915]

Actually, i love this bike design

[@braikka]

Thinking about getting one of these this year as a birthday present to myself😁

[@gamingwithdavid1619]

I'm thinking of getting this

[@kentishman5698]

You deserve it, go on treat yourself!

[@kugangles9860]

God I hope Arizona gets with the program and allows lane splitting. Sitting in traffic in 100+ degree days are not fun.

[@improvisewitme]

Start a petition and write to state leaders to write it into law. You'll be surprised how many people would support it.

[@josebelisario9669]

Reside in Tucson. I'm there with you.

[@the.communist]

So you americans allow guns but dont allow lane splitting

[@drgonzo4714]

@@the.communist So you're a communist...

[@Real_MisterSir]

@@the.communist be careful, logic might scare them into a defensive position

[@dougbroadwell4119]

Thanks for the review! Very informative. You really get to work fast! I don’t think anyone passed you

[@ryvoltz]

We don't have the DCT version here in Brazil. That said, my only two gripes are that RIDICULOUS dashboard (just my opinion; i think it should be a lot bigger and I love analog tachometers) and power (I think it deserved about 20bhp more). Apart from that, GREAT bike! Excellent video, Adam!

[@erikloupias7511]

Considder an Aprilia Mana then, 850 cc.V-twin, approx. 76 hp (approx. 50 kW). Auutomatic CVT transmission, which also can be shifted by buttons or a footshifter at the left side. It has a frunk too, the gas tank is under the seats too, with the filler cap under the pillion seat too. It has an analogue circular tachymeter. The GT has a top fairing. Check You Tube.

[@bhasselgren]

Great video! Regarding the bike, I had a NC750X DCT 2016 that I rode down around in Europe (from Stockholm, Sweden) and it was a great touring bike. I was faster on the NC750X DCT than my previous R1200R - because I was so much more confident on the NC750X DCT. Easy to ride, bullet-proof and fun! But hey you might think - why don’t you still have it? Because I now own a Honda X-ADV (same engine - but does offroad). Also, the whole thing with clutch - I think you should go for a test ride. I mean, ppl all in on quick-shifter - do you know what shifts gears much faster? A DCT. And like he said in the review - you can ride it in manual mode.

[@acvn-hg9gy]

And, you CAN add a regular shift lever that you can use instead of the buttons to shift "manually". I will absolutly add that if/when i buy the bike

[@bhasselgren]

​@AG Coarseman I guess that depends on how you are built. I think both the NC750X and the X-ADV is very comfortable. Regarding the price - I bought mine used and the prices for used NC750XDs and X-ADVs do not differs that much in Sweden (I paid like 7100 euros for a 2 yrs old X-ADV with 2500 km). The good things with the X-ADV are: 1.) MUCH better suspension 2.) Feels more premium 3.) Better when riding two-up with the bigger seat 4.) I think it's better looking

[@graemewoodhouse5523]

@@acvn-hg9gy I purchased optional gear lever, it's just a switch but operation by left foot like a manual gear shift. Excellent option, get it! All those who harp on about manual shift? It's old fashioned, with good reason that fastest cars have twin clutch auto gearboxes! It is heavier which is always an issue on motorcycles and why stuff like ABS took so long to develop for bike use... The Honda DCT is superb!

[@chrislam8]

@@bhasselgren but no frunk 😥

[@th3m3du54]

@@chrislam8 the X-ADV has roughly the same storage space under the seat, that the nc750 has in the front

[@trailblazeratv6306]

I have a 2015 DCT it’s excellent. Makes for a great touring bike. Runs at low RPM at 80 mph I drive mine normally, not easy and get 62 mpg

[@kevinnashskitchen3517]

Can't believe that they actually lowered the ground clearance 😲

[@andrewkitchenuk]

Which is why I won't be upgrading my 2018. New one is too low. 😒

[@chiefjoe528]

You did such a great job in breaking down this bike for a new rider. Can you add a radio and does it have a USB built in? Thank you!

[@robbyclark6915]

750cc, automatic transmission, large storage, no shifting! I want one!

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

I ran one for 4 years. Only problem was I should never have sold it. Incredible fuel economy (I do 110 miles a day round trip) and the DCT makes it so easy. The trunk is fantastic as it swallowed my helmet.

[@1966johnnywayne]

Keep in mind that the power of the NC's 750cc is not what you get with a typical 750cc motorcycle. The storage is definitely handy, but still very limited mainly due to its shape. The DCT however, is like magic in traffic.

[@leoveroude4492]

Thank you Adam, nice work. I appreciate your thoughts on this bike.

[@jimotto1832]

I bought a 700 DCT for my son for his first street motorcycle when he was 16, I wanted him to have a bike with ABS and some ability to get out of the way. As it turned out, he was old school, and wanted to use a clutch and manual shifter, so he decided to take my DR 650 and I got the 700. I will say that in the city, it was the perfect bike for me, as you could roll up to a stop sign/light take your hands off the bars and wait for the green. At which time I would grab the throttle and I was gone. After 50 years of motorcycles with manual shifting I found it quite enjoyable. Having ridden in California I could see real advantages to the DCT.

[@markusr1308]

this review actually made me seriously thinking about to buy this bike. If I weren't broke I'd buy one. Until then my 76 Hondamatic will suffice.

[@iniakpmarc28]

Had one of these a few years ago and thought it was a great bike apart from the uncomfortable seat. I read that the 2021 model has a lower and more comfortable seat, we'll see. Good review.

[@krishnansrinivasan830]

I would always wait for the wheelie part :) Nice video again :)

[@jdrosner1]

My first Ride of any length in 2006 was from San Jacinto, Ca to Oceanside via CA76. Got a flat just past Old Grove Rd. Turned into a $300 day with the towing, front and rear tires and tubes and labor charge at one of the shops on PCH. Must abuse clutch for wheelie on manual clutch NC700X

[@ridelive6249]

Just sold my 2012 NC. Best commuter ever. Super reliable. Very nice bike. It just needs a bit more power.

[@DPsmdg]

Thats why they made the 750 version.

[@ridelive6249]

@@DPsmdg And it got 0.7435 more HP? ))) Still great bike. I just wanted a bit more fun to play in twisties.

[@the.communist]

You guys seem mad for power. You wanna set the fastest time at mugello?

[@Nightboat]

I've owned a VFR1200X V4 DCT for 4 trouble-free years. The bike and transmission are excellent overall and I plan to keep the machine for many more years. I was sorry to see Honda discontinue the 1200 but this 750 probably makes sense for more people. The 1200 is pretty big and heavy and this 750 is surely more manageable for smaller riders. The lack of Cruise Control is unacceptable in this day and age and was vigorously debated for years regarding the 1200. I really like to "paddle shift" my 1200X in manual mode and find it is the best to use in more technical, curvy riding situations.

[@chrisw4215]

vfr1200x is bad on fuel and that's a drawback. I'm a tall guy 188cm and vfr suits me perfect but nc750x isn't bad either. nc750x gives enough power for the city and commuting. vfr will shine on the motorway and is shaft drive - big plus. I'm leaning towards nc750x, maybe less exciting but better for your pocket with enough power

[@eaysc]

I own this bike, have had it for a few months now and its a joy to ride both in the city and on motorways. One of the reasons I hate this pandemic is that I've only ridden it twice since March! Chomping at the bit here!!! My only complaint regarding this bike, if you can call it that, is the size and viewability of the data screen. As soon as Honda comes out with a better screen, I'm there. Oh, and yes, the windscreen is too small. I'm six foot and I'm definitely upgrading to a taller model.

[@thomaschadwick8379]

Thanks a lot, Adam! I just bought one from a Honda dealer north of Chicago....still in the crate, but should be ready to go when I get there. If I hadn't seen this review, I'd probably had gone with a Tracer....but this video sold me.

[@Skinnymoss81]

How is the bike, tom?

[@yamaharider8014]

If Honda offered cruise control, and some brackets for luggage, I would consider buying one of these bikes. You don't need a large heavy motorcycle to do longer trips. Back in the day, a 750cc engine was large. We rode bikes with 500cc engines all day. I like the high mpg too.

[@skaraborgcraft]

What exactly are you going to be doing with your hand to want cruise control?

[@stevebeutelspacher1157]

Excellent review! I would buy one if I was in the market. Thank you Adam!

[@wrczane]

Have one myself. You can’t have an NC750 without the DCT gearbox. Especially if you’re commuting every day. Takes so much pressure away from you by not having to pay attention to your gears and revs when in traffic. You can just focus on the traffic and road conditions around you. The gearbox itself might make me a Honda brand loyalist in the future... Doubt you can put ice in the frunk as it does get quite hot in there. On that note of it being a scooter, show me a scooter that can get you to Lesotho and back (I’m from South Africa) like I did, last year... Wouldn’t mind an adjustable windscreen though. Due to that engine lying almost flat, I’ve found it easier to balance at low speed than my stolen BMW G310R... So definitely a good beginners- and everyday bike in general

[@6___________99_____________64]

Im thinking of getting one for exploring the country myself. What sort of range are you getting on a tank on the open road ?

[@wrczane]

@@6___________99_____________64 Hi Andrew. A range of 350km is easily achievable. I've gotten 3,2l/100km by just cruising 100km/h on a quiet ride before. With that mileage you should get 400km o a tank (if you have the patience). Goes up to about 3,7 if you cruise between 120-130km/h.

[@6___________99_____________64]

@@wrczane Well that's decent in my books. Petrol stations are fairly abundant in SA so that shouldn't be an issue. It would be my first bike and although I do know how to ride I've just never owned one of my own. The DCT box sounds very convenient to be honest, less to think about. Have you run into any mechanical issues with your bike yet ?

[@wrczane]

@@6___________99_____________64 Where in SA about are you? I'm from Gauteng. Got about 14000-15000km on the clock. No issues whatsoever thus far. Just put it in sport when cruising on the highway as it a bit sluggish to shift down when trying to overtake another vehicle and you've got the perfect bike 👌

[@6___________99_____________64]

@@wrczane Im in Durban. Typical Honda reliability 😎

[@jmhofmeyr]

FINALYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@TheSanDiegoDude619]

Regarding the "frunk"...I test rode this bike last Saturday. The frunk DOES NOT hold all helmets. The door would not close with my Shoei Neotec XL helmet. We tried and tried and regardless of how we tried to tilt and adjust the helmet, the frunk door would not close. The salesman also grabbed a Shoei Neotec 2, size Medium, and that wouldn't fit either. If Honda had allowed for another 1/2" or 3/4" of depth in the trunk, it would have fit. Shoei Neotecs are very common helmets, thus this is a significant shortcoming in this frunk implementation, IMO.

[@neilpinkett]

My 2016 NC750s dct. is a dam good machine.. this is a good video.. quality narration while your riding. nice vid. good information

[@mindspinn311]

Eagerly anticipating the 2021 model in the US! Was expecting an entirely new engine based on Honda patent filings, alas it’s a heavily updated bike with a mildly updated engine. The new engine will eventually happen, but I would still gladly buy the current one.

[@philzee2]

Excellent review. Answered all my questions. Thanks

[@MarcosDiegos]

Definitely one of the most comfy bikes I’ve sat on

[@numbzinger350]

12:56 Keep an eye on the semi in the right lane. Watch his position change in the lane.

[@IdealBike]

Great bike, so far after 22,000 Km was a good choice for me. Looking forward to see the 2021 offer.

[@KestrelYI]

Very cool bike! Wouldn't mind one as a commuter - looks excellent in that role.

[@jonathan6935]

how cool is this bike its all in the bike

[@amrak-8401]

What a great review thank you. We are practically neighbors because I know exactly where you are cruising around. I hope I’ll see you on the road bro.👍

[@jdrosner1]

Rode My manual clutch NC700X from North Platte, Nebraska to Valentine, Nebraska (130 Miles) mostly at around 90 mph and averaged around 45 mpg.

[@robertdrinkall8947]

Great review. Love the idea of the DCT transmission & the storage compartment. I may buy one.🤔

[@wingmanhoy3999]

I really like this bike and excellent as always review, all the very best.

[@TheRealDasluft]

I had the 2014 NC750x DCT for about a year. Used it to commute everyday and loved how easy it made my commute, how nimble it was in traffic and the storage and fuel consumption was awesome. However I had a 150 km daily commute and after an hour at motorway speeds it would get tiring and numb hands and bum. I traded up for a 2017 Africa Twin DCT and also love it but... It isn't half as good as a commuter as the NC. Would gladly buy another for shorter commutes. An awesome bike if used for its designed purpose.

[@kindajal]

Honda increased the rev limiter from prev years model still only max outs around 7.5K rpms however it has loads of torque at low rpms

[@sidroman]

@@Akinto710 pls stop with that nonsense. Its not half a car engine - it has nothing to do with a car engine, other than pistons and petrol. Honda actually did tons of research about commuting rides, and this whole bike is the result of that - including the engine itself. Are there more fun bikes? Absolutely yes. Is there a better commuting bike? Absolutely no.

[@MJT-DA]

@@sidroman Do yourself a favor and search it up before insulting him. Honda fit literally has the same engine dimensions as this motor does. There is a rumor that a jazz motor was cut in half and reworked to fit this bike.

[@kkfoto]

@@Akinto710 Oh no, not the engine-cut-in-half urban legend again

[@stevebolton8471]

@@sidroman Well I have lots of fun on mine. You can open the throttle full and keep it there without breaking the law immediately unlike 1000cc superbikes which don't really get going until you are speeding.

[@deian85]

How tall are you? Can a 5'7" person flat foot this?

[@koviyovas8325]

Hondamatic 1978-1983 DCT was first used on the 2010 VFR1200F. NC700X in 2012 CTX700 2014 Africa Twin 2016 NC750X in 2014 NC750X redesigned in 2016 Goldwing 2018 NC750X updated again in 2019 2021 redesign, TBW, Dash, bigger tank, storage, lower seat, suspension, lower weight

[@andrewkitchenuk]

Once you ride a DCT you never go back. 😎

[@DrBiliman]

I am sold thank you for that video 👍Thumbs up

[@TheMrB]

These are bloody huge

[@jimmydean8403]

I had a ctx 700n dct I loved that bike rode it from Florida where I live to wv was a awesome ride

[@MiGAngeI]

Should have mentioned the ease of maintenance because of the canted cylinders.

[@TerenceKaplan]

meh. I have the CTX (basically same motor, in cruiser form), still have to pull off a shit tonne of plastics and the radiator to get to the valves. Though they are screw and lock nut, so there is that.

[@kasperholsthansen6318]

Well it's easy compared to a full fairing sportbike or KTM. Once you need to adjust the valves on an NC, you have to remove the cooling radiator and fill it with fluid again. But a regular dirtbike or dualsport is easier maintenance wise.

[@1966johnnywayne]

@@TerenceKaplan I took a 2014 CTX700 with DCT yesterday...I really wish Honda still made these for Canada...NICE ride. Apparently Honda didn't even give us DCT as the guy imported the bike from Erie specifically for the DCT.

[@joevidya]

@@TerenceKaplan don't have to take off any plastics to get to the adjustments with this bike, you do have to take off the damn radiator tho.

[@5490bobo]

Great review, thank you 👌👍

[@ferrumchnop6617]

Itd be worth to mention the dct works with two motorcycle clutch packs. It's a different animal from the dual clutch plates found in autos.

[@graemewoodhouse5523]

Mmm? Autos use an oil cetrefuge/ torque converter to put it in layman's terms.. DCT as in NC Honda's is twin clutch with gears pre selected and 'powered' by oil pressure. Very similar to Ferrari, Porsche, VW also new Volvo super duty heavy trucks (750bhp+?). Aston Martin single clutch, gears powered by servos.... However configured modern super fast gear changes are the best, is why Formula 1 use this method....

[@ferrumchnop6617]

Yep that all seems mostly correct. Not sure the context tho =P

[@davidrennicks2484]

Yes! Good comprehensive review I would say.

[@loooooopy]

No shoulder checks?

[@willdavids7075]

Does everyone ride like that in California? Not nit picking but seems a bit too dangerous ride like that here. I like the bikes styling though and seems like it’d be a good commuter bike.

[@skaraborgcraft]

Nothing a courier would see as bad at all. I think the camera makes his lane splitting look faster than it actually is.

[@rzu7120]

At some point, do you think you’ll get tired of that long commute?

[@peterday3253]

I like the video. And the bike. Thanks.

[@stanos86]

11:00 Why is traction control on this bike or anything of a similar class good to have. I live in PNW and have a nc700 and use it for commuting year round except when icy. When getting out of a turn and you are accelerating and there is a manhole cover in you path and the streets are wet due to rain. It can cause some rear bottom muscles to clench for a tense moment. Then there are times where you have to go over steel bridge in rain. Yes can be avoided with careful application of the right hand but it would also be nice to have something backing up. Same argument can be made about having ABS on beginner bikes.

[@MultiPleaser]

Interestingly, the Pacific NW is the first and only place where I hit a huge, broad piece of soaking-wet metal at the apex of a curve. It was a rail-road crossing! Of course, that was 20 years ago. And where I live in the Midwest, I noticed a few of these on straight roads perhaps 35 year ago. Nowadays, with railroads turned into bike paths, all we deal with is truck traffic. Oh well, whatever.

[@stevebolton8471]

I know some riders use it on gravel roads only, where the TC would be more helpful

[@michaelhoward142]

I've highsided my 400cc 33hp maxi-scooter twice after hitting slick stuff (oil and black ice) powering out of corners. Traction control (and ABS) can save your bacon no matter what you're riding.

[@gonerydin4225]

Traction control is useful if you ever ride in rain or even snow conditions.

[@jayfree1847]

I have a 2012 NC and have added Givi bags & trunk. My wife and I have toured Colorado, Wyoming, Montana and as far as Canada on this and avg. around 69 mpg regularly. This bike is amazingly surprising.

[@TheSweetasanut]

Cool dude love your reviews mate

[@simonfuller7331]

Great review Adam. The NC is a bit of a street sleeper. Regards from Oz.

[@martinkeet8373]

Totally bro

[@boomblab23]

You should see nc750x stunts haha the torque is 1nm higher than the mt07, plus valve clearance is adjusted by a spanner and a screw driver haha no bucket and shim. Yeah it's a street sleeper under tuned overly engineered bike haha

[@masterspin7796]

Best review of this bike, nice work....

[@paulobrien1864]

Great review, question- As I am returning to a motorbike after many many years away is this bike easy to ride as in balance etc or what would you suggest

[@justsaying9483]

Every time I see this guy I wanna grab my hair clippers and fly to America

[@MrTn0099]

Hey, i'll join you, and while you clip his hair, i'll slap his face for thumping/clipping his lips so fucking mutch. Makes me unable to watch MC Commute for than 2 min.

[@kugangles9860]

A lot of cities/states out here in the US people still can't even get a haircut due to this whole Wuhan virus crap.

[@STruple12]

@@kugangles9860 that'S not the problem though. Look at older videos. Seems like mr. Waheed really wants to win a price for the best helmet hair of the decade.

[@scotthabeger6393]

I had a 2017 NC700X manual transmission, I traded it for a 2011 GSX1250FA I wouldn’t trade back but I miss this bike

[@SvenTSchixe]

Ha, I have a 2014 GSX1250FASE with the Suzuki panniers and top box and I am thinking about getting a Honda NC750X as well, always liked the NC concept of motorcycles. Take care

[@stewtube1240]

Very good review explained very well !

[@billvick7011]

If you've got a bike with a large feature like the big storage compartment holding a full face lid, why not open it quick either before or after the commute?

[@peterpanimg]

Absolutely fantastic motorcycle

[@k3rkis]

I’d love to trade my jerky tracer 900 on this with dct for way smoother rides

[@farmoboy83]

And loose 70hp and all the fun of the triple engine?

[@paulelkouss]

did you flash your ecu? It's a great mod.

[@txman951]

I had a 2019 MT09 for a year and had the ECU reflashed. I couldn't get the jerkiness out of it. It was almost dangerous coming on and off throttle. Sold it.

[@kugangles9860]

You'd fall asleep on the Honda.

[@k3rkis]

Yeets Mgeets ive rent it, the old one. as a commuter it's really good. and the ability to put some stuff in the trunk is very handy

[@samb8996]

Very good review and good views of the bike itself I’m too old school to like this style of bike but I do like Honda !

[@martinkeet8373]

Hey get out of your head, you will enjoy riding like never before!! It's a Harley while you putt around and it becomes a Ducati as you gas up, phenomenal

[@WutangClan4LiF3]

very nice video. I had the CBX500 For 1 week and that bike was insane . So nice to ride around you dont need more power than that. Very very good brakes and low fuel consumption. I m between the CBX500 and NC750X DCT. I cant find a ncx750 to ride. Have you tried Cb500x? If yes can you tell me how it compares to the NCX? thank you

[@ewganhoff]

I got a ride of my father in laws 750s manual. I thought it was like a Harley engine. its got great low and mid range. if you just stomp around from 1500 to 4500rpm it feels great.

[@ARCHSTANTON61]

superb bike

[@Braselton21]

Daily the Honda NC750X 😀 Weekend a Honda CBR1000RR-R 😎 Send it on the Honda CRF450R 😉

[@thepab3072]

Daily NC750X Weekend CB650R and why not fit a Monkey 125 just for the fun of it

[@robertbolin1763]

Great review. I've been considering upgrading to this bike. But how do you lane split like that? I'd be so nervous I'd poop my pants. Bad enough filtering but the lane splitting... ACK!

[@martinkeet8373]

It's sooo narrow, nimble and predictable, no pooping!!

[@1966johnnywayne]

Robert ... Well, fortunately the NC has a frunk...good for storing wet wipes.

[@colinpirie8403]

Like your reviews but would be nice to see the different stuff like the position of the fuel cap and the onboard luggage 👍🏻

[@marklevy9]

Where you riding mainly in manual mode?

[@Barrera909]

I’m 5-6-5-7 ft tall will this be a good first bike choice for me