2020 HONDA NC750X DCT FIRST RIDE REVIEW [COMMUTER DREAM BIKE]

[@DukeOfDC]

Thanks for watching! Stay safe and stay positive during these tough times. We're all in this together and we need to all take the responsible steps for the greater good. This is the way :)

[@p.santos6644]

Thank you so much for this review, was just spot on. Nc750x is just a great bike. I would call it a road naked bike with a bit of adventure look. 👍 Keep up your great reviews

[@theunknown4570]

You said it doesn't have the teeth to go long distances. What kind of distances would this do? I'm looking to ride a couple of States over and back. Not exactly across all of America. My buddys gonna get the 2019 BMW R 1250 RS . But i dont have that kinda budget. I just want to keep up. Thanks

[@rcash3625]

This is the way

[@stevebolton8471]

@@theunknown4570 I rode a 1000+ miles in Spain over 9 days last October. I have ridden over 16,000 miles since I bought mine in May 2018. (UK miles)

[@yepyep27]

I absolutely love my NC700X. These are amongst the most underrated bikes I’ve ever ridden.

[@adamtschmidt4303]

I Just passed a year with my 2018 Nc750X. I call her Nancy. I have had some wonderful times with her. She handles like a dream, she showed me this by Fullerton Police Department Motorcycle Safety Course. Slow speed handling is a breeze. My bike has a manual transmission, so I am lucky there. Since the center of gravity is so low, she is very stable. Comparative to the boomers on heavy harleys having a helluva time with figure eights. She does well off road too. I slapped some shinko 705's on and followed a group down some fire roads in big bear. It was wet, but not raining, which meant that the mud had more of a clay composition. Combined with the fallen pine needles my front fender got packed so bad, I had to take it off. But what was great is since she was light comparative to the BMW GS's, Africa Twin, KTM 1190, I managed not to tire myself out picking her up. She is a daily commuter, a short little jaunt down some suburban streets. So I appreciate the high seat cause keeps me aware of all the jerks in cars. There are times when you feel the commuter aspect of this bike, cause you can rack up 100 mile plus trips in one sitting. Does she get boring though? I say nay. I still have to get some paniers and other things, so that's something to look forward to. Then you fall back on the solid reliability of the machine too. I travel down the cajon pass. There are stretches of desert where the wind is fierce. Nancy leans in and we brave the gusts. Did I save money buying a motorcycle? Short answer yes, every time I fill up. Long answer no. So she and I will be together for a while...My number 1.

[@MindfulMovementPractice]

Hilarious, i call mine Nancy as well.

[@jrkenshin1]

Hi! I have de 750X DCT 2018 and after that I bought a HD Road King 2009. I have both bikes till now. After riding the Harley, I feel very light the NC and that's a great feeling. I feel more confident in the NC. That is a great bike.

[@mohamedfirdauskamsani3135]

I've owned hayabusa, fazer, multistrada, gsxr. I love this bike the most. This bike is just so easy. U can add your rear box and side panniers. Easy to store your stuffs, easy to ride, easy to maintain. Fuel consumption is great. Doesnt hurt your wallet at all. And it also has enough power to go long distance, u can maintain speeds of 140km/h to 160. Not too bad for a bike which is so easy. There's really nothing much to complain about for the all-rounder type of rider.

[@paintup46]

The 700X was my first bike and I didn’t love it at first. But after a few months I realized how great it was. I took that bike all over AZ, highways, city, fire roads and dirt roads for hours on end. That “frunk” is so convenient. I’ve stuffed bags of groceries in there, take out dinner for my family of 6. Literally a do it all bike. The only thing I didn’t love was the lack of power after 80 mph. It would do 85 comfortably but it didn’t have a lot of passing power around that speed.

[@Skinnymoss81]

paintup46 Yup. Same with me. I have a 2015 Nc700X

[@jkro30a]

I read somewhere, and it's true, that the NC doesn't bring you excitement, it brings you joy. As an NC owner, I can verify. It's just fun to ride. AND when you learn that 3rd gear is perfect for 35-50 mph local roads, it can verge on exciting, too, because it pulls like a locomotive. Nice review by you, sir.

[@Supernumerary]

The “frunk” is for transporting a large bag of Chinese take-out food. You just lower the bag into the frunk, close the lid and head home. The food is protected from wind, remains warm.

[@SuperMegaSammy]

i have the NC700 dct 2012 with dedicated key cutout for opening on the go love this thing is perfect for drive thru.

[@blankuser1321]

@cn 250 damn. i guess you loath trump and his fake news. awesome

[@tonnyberben1770]

Frunk????

[@TheOMEGANOX]

Here's the thing about this bike that most people miss, it's basically like a big comfy scooter with the same amount of storage, but a real engine and real ability to jump on the highway and cruise at 80mph if you need to and not be afraid, you got people buying these high dollar vespas and BMW C400X for essentially the same money as this bike and it's crazy, plus the big volume dealers will discount the MSRP more than you think, there are people buying these for under 8k out the door, it's really a well kept secret in the industry, it also works great two up, if anyone ever thought about dropping 7-8k on a maxi scooter and overlooks this bike as an alternative, they messed up.

[@teambenjamin1]

TheOMEGANOX yep, picked up a brand new 2018 DCT version for $6950. Plenty of low and midrange torque, not gonna win any drag races, but it is so planted on the freeway and flickable in the corners; very confidence inspiring!

[@domster200]

It's just a basic naked with a fairly crude DCT, no comparison to a Tmax for weather protection , comfort or practicality.

[@teambenjamin1]

domster200 “crude DCT”? As far as I can tell, Honda makes the only motorcycle DCTs and they’re very versatile. The TMax is a impressive scooter, but I personally can’t stand the bland CVT scooter transmissions.

[@davidtaylor8304]

@@domster200 in technical terms your comment is Tosh. I suspect you would prefer a car.

[@davidtaylor8304]

@@teambenjamin1 every race car engine that Honda sells to 'high-end' race teams will be conjoined with a DCT, non negotiable. Surely that must tell you something.

[@MattLegler]

Rode a NC750X across Ireland with my wife on the back, and we loved every minute of it. We even took it off pavement a bit. After 2 hours on the bike, it was good to stop and stretch the legs. But, we could push over 3 hours without being extremely uncomfortable. I hope to get one of these myself one day.

[@vvtor]

I bought it few months ago and have 500 km on it. Bike is amazing, you just use gas and breaks, engine does everything by itself. This is very good for cruising around town as you don't have to shift all the time. For more performance I usually put it in Sport 3. Frunk is godsend and with it I don't have to think about buying bags. When you push throttle it will shift down 2 gears to give you power you need. I have to say that my ass hurts from 5 hours on it, but that is probably because I am not used to sitting like that. Some helmets can fit in the frunk, but my modular cannot, anyway i use it for locks, drinks, covers,... I have not regretted one bit buying this one. And I do go off road, nothing drastic, but no issues getting places with lumpy dirt road.

[@crunchers9]

Your arguments against the bike are not helping the future of motorcycling. This bike is like the Model T and can do for motorcycles what the old Ford did for cars. It allows so many people to be able to ride a motorcycle that can go over 200 miles on the highway, carry some cargo and be dependable and affordable. It could revolutionize the industry. Get more cagers out of their cars and huge SUVs. And there you are, wishing it were exciting, which means expensive and inefficient. Think long term. Plus, we have yet another recession coming. How many exciting $15,000+ bikes will be selling the next few years? How many young riders even know how to shift? I've been riding my NC700DCT for 3 years and only long for my old sportbikes when I am riding in the canyons at a performance pace. Which is to say I'm not commuting, going to concerts, the beach, etc. The vast majority of my miles are done while I'm averaging 60 mpg. Heck, I even take mine to the airport and park for free while on vacation!

[@marcusaurelius2988]

Park free at the airport.?

[@lloydthesage1164]

Well said

[@veiledallegory]

Just say no too skinny pants!

[@JanitorJay83]

I’ve decided my next bike is going to be a NC700X. Love these machines!

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

Go for it. I have had 5 Busa's, and now ride a Honda NC750X-DCT. It is FANTASTIC. Ok, it's not warp speed fast, but it's comfortable, great riding position, and stupid fuel economy (regularly get 100mpg). Still faster away from the lights than almost every car too....

[@braikka]

I'm saving for one of these. Hoping to get it for my birthday😁

[@amp2amp800]

@@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne With you all the way on that. All I can add is that it delivers tons of smiles and fun for me! Reviewers have a tendency to damn this bike with 'faint praise'. I see a lot of criticism is that the NC is a bit pedestrian, or pretty good at everything, but not exceptional at anything. I beg to differ. A reasonably priced bike, that's this much fun, isn't phased by a dirt track, can handle well on paved roads, easily topping 100mph and delivering 100mpg when driven carefully, is nothing short of an absolute marvel.

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

@@amp2amp800 Well said. You rarely see owners of these bikes slagging them off, and this is the longest I have ever kept a bike for (2 years and counting). Honda deserve a medal for this machine.

[@brianwiseman9518]

Nevermind. You are one of the good reviewers who say your height. I'm only an inch taller. Thanks for a good description

[@AnthonysWestTexasRides]

I tend to be a cruiser/bagger guy, but I have always liked that dang NC750X. Not sure about the DCT, but everything else I really like about that bike as a commuter! Great Video!

[@tallboy2234]

Anthony's West Texas Rides same situation and thoughts here🤔🤨👍

[@ProtoMan137]

I rented and rode exactly this bike for around 400km .. it was so amazing, I loved it!

[@TheUnicornblood]

Where can you rent motorcycles?

[@ProtoMan137]

@@TheUnicornblood with the appropriate driver's liscense and stuff you can in my country. Middle Europe.

[@ONYX-365]

_Wish more bikes had this built-in storage capacity._ 😄

[@francohouston2495]

Automatic!!! Thats my drem motorcycle

[@TheIrishKiwi84]

me too mate i rode my mates manual the other day through the city and realised i don't care about gears anymore

[@Herzankerkreuz67]

Most versatile bike ever made 👍 Thanks Honda ❤🏍

[@meljen8592]

Riding any kind of motorcycle is exciting.

[@infidelzombie9382]

With the arthritis in my clutch hand getting worse by the year this bike might keep me on the road a little longer. Better than not riding at all plus it looks like it's a fun ride

[@MindfulMovementPractice]

I have the S-version, which is the naked bike version. DCT is glorious and the compartment has saved me on occasion (all my weather gear is in there). I put on a big puig screen on there and ever since then I can't say anything bad about the bike. Sure, it lacks power but you don't need so much power in the twisties, unless you're marc marquez or have a death wish. It's fully capable of doing big tours too.

[@jaxwylde2139]

So what makes a bike exciting? Going 100 mph above the speed limit without even trying? Doing wheelies every time you twist the throttle? Going around bends at speeds that put your life at risk? If the NC750X can't do any of those things that's fine with me. When I ride, I like to enjoy the scenery and prefer a bike that is reliable, fuel efficient, and versatile. It looks like the NC750x (particularly the 2021 model) ticks all those boxes. For me, it's a perfect bike. And that, makes it exciting!

[@user-nt1jf3yl3f]

It’s a super fun bike. It’s all about perspective and when they say ‘exciting ‘ they mean like a rocket ship. Lol. I agree, I don’t need all that power. This bike WILL get you in trouble if you want it to. 😎

[@ronladuke7235]

It’s got the teeth for long distance!

[@amp2amp800]

Yes it does! But they do bite you in the ass after about an hour in the saddle. Easily solved though, either tough it out, or dump the stock seat.

[@calvinGhicks]

Sure does! Just took mine from NC to Florida! Amazing and cant wait for the ride back!

[@amp2amp800]

@@calvinGhicks You remind me of my tour of California, back in 2001 (a big thing for a guy from Yoorp). I physically could not get off that hired bike! Thankyou to www.dubbelju.com/.

[@henryhartley9993]

Its definitely a good bike for touring, great miles per gallon and enough grunt for highway speeds...

[@Patrick-qm4xt]

I ride a 2012 NC700D Integra (in Europe the Integra is a bike, not a car).The best motorbike i ever bought! I'm 61, riding for 40 years now and this DCT is the best experience ever! Thanks for the great review! Stay safe and ride whenever you get the chance!

[@liviudorobantu3261]

Valve adjustment is very easy on this bike. This is why I'd buy one.

[@okinawanah3463]

What is the process like? Other than scooters I haven't tackled a valve adjustment on a bike yet.

[@th3m3du54]

@@okinawanah3463 Check the video of NC750X Stuff, he shows how to do the valve adjustment

[@capecrusader6932]

@@th3m3du54 Its an old screw/locking nut style. No shims to worry about and can be done very quickly once you understand what you are doing. They valves are easily accessible on the bike as well.

[@jhedmanuel1882]

Big bike with a compartment for groceries. Love it!

[@roberthesseling832]

The best appliance that I have ever bought.

[@johnford5568]

The only time I get as low as 59mpg is when running 80mph. Around town at 50mph and less it gets more like 75mpg.

[@skylinecyber3538]

This is the first time i have seen this bike it looks good for touring and commuting.

[@yepyep27]

skyline cyber it’s perfect

[@bigdogpete43]

I have one on the back of my RV right now. Put the right tires on it and it is also pretty handy off the pavement for light duty. That frunk works great as a cooler by the way.

[@calvinteh3297]

It excites me just because it's different. I like companies that are willing to take risks to move the industry forward. Bikes are starting to look similar. Nothing much differentiating between them. NC750X and ADV-X are refreshing.

[@bamfbabybamf]

"Vertically challenged like I am" Laughs in 5'2 ....

[@donmason4021]

I've got the 2018 with 16000 miles,300 miles a day no problem and I ride in the mountains dct is the berrys

[@mindspinn311]

I was always intrigued by the 700 for years and almost bought the 750 when it finally went on sale here. Definitely best with DCT even though the manual is interesting constantly short shifting. And you can easily get 70mpg. This is a design ahead of its time. Like a scooter, you don’t realize how good the practicality is until you try it. Still annoyed that the US doesn’t get the Showa DBV forks that everyone else gets.

[@MsSjaakvaak]

I was about to write that you were wrong, but you are right! I'm amazed that the US model didn't get that. Europa got the 750cc earlier and DBV since 2016.. Very strange the US didn't get that fork!

[@horizon2667]

Yeaaa Duke!! I been wanting to buy this exact bike!! Scared of manual bikes.. would be my first two wheeler besides a Vespa! Lol

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

59mpg? WTF??? I get 80-100mpg out of my 750DCT EVERY TANKFUL. Something wrong if all you can get is 59. These bikes are truly incredible. The only thing in my opinion that could improve one is the addition of cruise control.

[@BibtheBoulder]

I ride an NC750X DCT and as you say, there must be something wrong if all he can get is 59mpg. I get 70 even when I thrash it, and I agree, go steady and it will indeed return 100mpg.

[@Supernumerary]

I have 2012 NC700X with DCT. Regardless of how I ride fuel consumption is consistently 62MPG. “Gasoline” here in Minnesota contains about 15% ethanol, which I believe increases fuel consumption.

[@SuperMegaSammy]

I get 55 mpg but im heavy on the throttle and used manual mode all the time.

[@christianweller4288]

Check the difference between US and Imperial gallons.... just saying.

[@porkchop10]

I'm right around 60-62 in S1 mode. Best I got was 70 in Drive, but I prefer to hammer it everywhere I go...my first season ever as a rider and already find the "power" to be a bit lackluster after putting 2,000 miles on it. Could use another 20 hp.

[@davidtaylor8304]

The two hydraulic clutches will last longer if - when waiting at a red light, for example - the transmission is switched into neutral. When it's time to move, it can be switched back to Drive mode with almost instant engagement of the appropriate clutch while retaining your previously selected Ride Mode of S1/S2/S3. D.C.T. never loses traction untill overridden by the Traction Control, not even for a split second while changing gear. All clever stuff. Stay safe out there.

[@stevebolton8471]

Have you heard of the clutches not lasting? On the Uk forums some of the bikes have done over 120k miles with no problems. There were issues in early models with the selector pin breaking around 60K but not recently.

[@IdealBike]

I have this bike since 1 year and 18,000 Km... Regarding the excitement that the bike it's offering I can say it's not a racing bike for sure, HOWEVER it offers some excitement of the turns due to it's low center of gravity and great handling. DCT it's an absolute must especially for this particular bike. Greetings and I appreciate your honest review and opinion!

[@doubleaaaron]

Great review Duke. That storage compartment is genius. I love that.

[@rockyp3917]

The Bike on my Radar and my favourite KZbin reviewer. Perfect!

[@DukeOfDC]

I’m so honored!! 😊

[@faddy3369]

I have one of these as a 2nd bike to my vfr1200f. Its great in the rain and handles better than the vfr1200f. And its kinda nice being able to pin throttle open for more than 3 seconds without risking going to jail

[@neji1496]

I was legit thinking about getting this like yesterday then this shows up so awesome man thanks

[@rockyp3917]

Same here

[@VeeFour]

Buy an MT07 instead and have some fun in your life as well as a practical mode of transport

[@rockyp3917]

@@VeeFour I have a 2016 Tuono but you have to fight that thing through traffic. The NC is so much better city bike and 85% as good as Tuono in the twisties. And you can go touring in it

[@neji1496]

@@VeeFour why isn't the nc750 practical?

[@stevebolton8471]

Have you ever ridden one? 😀

[@yobro5232]

I wish they'd offer the 750s in the usa

[@yobro5232]

@Redrum nc750s isn't available in the USA, if you can prove me wrong I would be happy, I've seen nothing on Honda's USA site or none for sale here.

[@andrewmrazek5171]

@@yobro5232 when i bought my nc700x they had a 750x right next to it in the showroom.

[@louislopez55]

Andrew Mrázek he means the "S" model, not the "X". The S model never made it to the U.S.

[@fevziatilla]

i am in the market and wondering the difference between the model S and X... since S is not available for US, is it worth to lose sleep over?

[@louislopez55]

Aren Ditren I have never seen the “S” model but I think it is more of a standard street bike in that it is lower to the ground. The “X” model has adventure-bike styling and it taller. Given a choice I would prefer the X model and I am 5’ 8” tall with a 30” inseam. It fits me fine, but best of all it has a really low center of gravity. The NC750X is actually at the top of my list for a new bike but I do wonder if Honda is about to come out with an improved version.

[@kaloyannikolchev5482]

Nice review. I’m glad it’s something different than the regular mainstream super sport bike reviews

[@112deeps]

No teeth! I got a beef about that. Mine has spots engine bar protection, box and panniers. Took it on 3 day ride and camping trip to south france last year it was definitely a touring bike and DCT was the best thing about it for touring only thing missing was taller screen and.

[@MichaelBrashier]

How do you think it would do on a cross country USA trip? I'm thinking about getting one for that. Great mileage, comfortable riding position, plus luggage makes me think it would be great.

[@benwells2338]

This bike properly needs more exposure to the general public. Such a great commute option and will get ya the gas mileage in something far more fun to drive than a Prius! 😁 Motorcycle commuters unite!

[@kindajal]

previous generations of the Nc750x/700 series suspension was too soft so they tweaked it a little stiffer this time round

[@n057828]

I’ve got an auto license?? Can I ride this ??

[@steveroberts5756]

1 note on the "frunk". It will fit SOME full face helmets. My Shoei GT Air size XL won't even go part way in! Ended up getting the failed version, CTX. Great city bike!

[@jazbuh1794]

Not sure the 750 will come with a clutch but the NC700X does have that option; wonder if the review would be different wtih that bike?

[@stevebolton8471]

Yes DCT is a choice on all of the NC750 powered bikes and will be on the new Euro 5 compliant engine coming next year.

[@williamcralle796]

If you like the DCT and get gas mileage but can't manage the seat height, take a look at the CTX700. Same basic frame and motor. You won't get the Frunk on the CTX700 but its still a very capable motorcycle and very inexpensive on the used market.

[@amp2amp800]

Good point! On the same theme, the NC750S (street style) is 3cm lower than the X (adventure style). Honda also makes a lowering kit that lowers the bike by a similar amount (fits both models I think). A specialist can eke that out a fraction more, and a gel seat modification can win you ~2cm. If you plan on long journeys, such a seat mod is worth thinking about anyway. I'm a 29" inside leg and can now flat foot my NC750X both sides. I was cool about tip-toes when I bought it, but my medical examiner would have none of it!

[@Brad_Jenkins]

What are those cars at 3:10?

[@touchthebacon5447]

I really have this bike on my radar, been watching GeoAlex's Silk Road trip on this bike and so far everything I've seen shows me it's a fairly good and reliable bike.

[@khodiak]

So are you not posting anymore vids? I'm in the market for my first bike finding actual useful reviews like these on current bikes is rare. Most of it is hard to understand or watch. Hope to see you back soon. Take care!

[@DukeOfDC]

The pandemic has taken its toll on every aspect of life. This channel unfortunately has gone into a temporary cryo-sleep haha. It won’t be gone forever though!

[@vageliskoios1062]

Is this bike suitable for long touring? 3000 km+?

[@Travelmaniac177]

I think it is

[@zakit]

Correction: The frunk is 22 liters, I believe. 21 liters was on previous versions.

[@davidtaylor8304]

21Lts on the "S" and 22Lts on the "X".

[@ejmcd7495]

I want one but am worried about it being big enough. I’m 6’ and 260 lbs. I can’t find reviews for larger framed riders.

[@bikerrinus]

I found this channel only yesterday, so this is a late reaction: I am 1,96 meter and 110 kg (6,4' and 240lbs). I owned a Honda VFR1200X. My wife bought a NC700X DCT and I liked that bike more than my VFR, so I sold it and bought a NC750X DCT. An upholsterer modified the seat, made it more than an inch higher and I mounted adjustable footpegs. This modifications made the bike very suitable for me. Riding the bike for hours is no problem. The NC can carry a heavy load (460lbs, about 60lbs more than the VFR1200X!). If you want to know more about the adjustable footpegs: look for the KZbin channel Honda NC750X Stuff, a very useful and enjoyable channel for NC-riders. The modifications costed me less than 300 dollars (230 euro). I also installed a new mount for my windscreen from Palmer Products, it is now adjustable in hight and angle. Hopefully my late reaction is still useful.

[@paulkmaster3231]

That storage compartment is super handy. I wanna check that bike out just for that!!! Great video as usual 😀👍

[@DailyMotor]

Thanks for the review man! I found you from your CBR650R video, and I'm in the market to replace my '13 Ninja 650 with something good for commuting and safety but also riding sporty. I just love a four-cylinder sound, but I'll probably have to settle with another parallel twin. From another reviewer, mad respect and thanks for these vids!

[@trailrider1980]

Not sure if you will consider it but I commute on an mt09 and love the thing. You can get used ones at very good prices.

[@DailyMotor]

@@trailrider1980 I have considered it! What kind of storage do you have for it? That's my main concern is having good easy storage.

[@trailrider1980]

@@DailyMotor these are the best saddle bags. They are not cheap but for most bikee nothing is cheap now. Good thing is that you can start finding them in facebook marketplace now. www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/shad-3p-system-side-case-racks-yamaha-fz-09-mt-09-2017-2019

[@jasonpierson9829]

Been wanting one for a couple of years. Saving my pennies for one

[@DukeOfDC]

I hope you get one soon! Good luck and safe riding

[@Pertplus]

How do you make it go ?

[@WRjockey]

Don't know if the OP will see this post, but if he or any other owner could respond I'd appreciate it. On a normal (manual shift) bike, if you are traveling at super low speeds and turning a little, you can 'feather' the clutch to help you keep just the right amount of momentum while still maintaining your balance. Just wondering how (or if) that would ever work on a DCT bike??? No clutch to feather, so what would you do?? Scratching my head on that one. (I have never ridden a DCT bike.)

[@rushtk2112]

Is this on the same line as a Vstrom? Is it a Dual sport?

[@equaliser2265]

Its fantastic for long distance. All the way down to the balkans. Nice..

[@kenneymadsen5710]

I think that if you can't ride exciting on a NC750 or any other bike with that horsepower. You either don't know how to ride or you live in the wrong area, where there are no curved roads. Hell I can ride exciting and keep up with many bigger bikes if I take my small 125 to the real twisties. Sure a very capable rider on a big bike would smoke my 125, but any average Joe, it can keep up with fine... The smaller weight makes it able to corner at much greater speed than a bike that weighs double that. Sure I still prefer taking my bigger bike, if I ride in a group ride or longer ride, because when the roads straighten out again, it can't keep up. That said, I think this is a magnificent bike and that will most likely be the next bike that I buy. Because as mentioned, this is just so versatile for commuting and I imagine for touring as well.

[@sla0x00]

2:21 What is it at the back?

[@amp2amp800]

Thanks for this great video. Love the gloss finish on this year's model - it does a good job of diverting the ''plastic fantastic'' comments that you might otherwise get with the earlier matt finished, er, well, plastic bits.

[@spyder000069]

The question this video doesn't answer is how about comparing the NC750X (non-dct) to the CB500X. As a owner of a ctx700 (non-dct) I actually like its low reving quiet engine but am curious about the more traditional cb500x higher reving engine and if it is significantly more buzzy to ride. Or it is just the right combo to make it more lively to ride. I believe HP is about the same between the bikes and the CB actually has a larger fuel tank at 4.6 gallons versus the NC's 3.7 gallons. So if fuel mileage is close between the two bikes the CB will have much longer legs. The CB is 50lbs lighter as well and now adds a slightly larger front tire for better off pavement capability and is $1300 cheaper. So minus the frunk is the NC really still a good option? It would have been interesting to see the reviewer drive those two models back to back and hear the opinion.

[@heithwatkins]

I love it.

[@kevinturner6888]

Good review, like your personality... I have a question about the “boring” aspect, is that more because of the DCT? I’m planning to buy the 2021 when I can get a hold of one, but I’m a little hesitant because of comments like that, I currently ride a 2020 ninja 400 and love it for canyons, but was looking fit a second all-arounder that would still be some fun... thanks, looking forward to your reply... 👍

[@kevinturner6888]

I forgot to add that I’m getting the manual version...

[@volter555]

what kind of review does not bother to record the sound of the engine. This review is perfectly for you to watch at home.

[@porkchop10]

I have a 2016...there's not much to record lol! It's a Honda with stock exhaust....sounds like a sewing machine

[@volter555]

@@porkchop10 yes, viewer doesn't know that.

[@pierreot1]

On my list! Summer time

[@kajnrider9598]

Sweet bikes. I'm 5'7 and barely tip toe on that bike. Have you tried the Hond ctx 700n dct?

[@1990-t1j]

Great bike. I'd take the screen off and fit a set of Renthal fat bars. If you prefer manual, just stick it in manual mode and use the paddle shifter.

[@rogerparliman1892]

Hey DukeofDC you have ridden 2 bikes that I am contemplating not going to say which but I know you have ridden a lot of different ones so if you could get only 1 which one would you choose?

[@DukeOfDC]

Of all the bikes I’ve ever ridden I’d love a 2014 BMW HP4 Competition

[@rogerparliman1892]

Thanks for the reply. Now I can tell you the 2 bikes I am thinking about The Kawasaki Vulcan S and the Honda NC 750 X I currently ride a 2014 Suzuki V Strom 650 which I love but starting to get a little heavy.

[@earlbaker3996]

Great channel first time watching. Do you review Moterscooter? I am interested in a Honda ADV 150 or fonza 350 .

[@bradmondrush4501]

I have wanted to get into riding and i was looking at this one for my first, is this one a good idea?

[@SvenTSchixe]

Yes as long as you can flat foot the bike. If you are new to riding I would always recommend you be able to flat foot the bike, I always say you should be flat footing ALL of the time, however if your experienced already that can be a big difference for trying to back up or stop at a stop light - that kind of thing. If new to riding you could fall over. Other advice I would give to someone is make your first bike a cheap (er) one, not junk though, and ride it for a year or first season. The reason being is that if you do not like riding or you drop the bike, this is only a matter of "if" not "when", then you are not doing that to something that is expensive, even though expensive is relative to each individual's income or taste. Maybe if this size 745cc is not the size machine that you are comfortable with, I think the 500cc mark is probably a better beginner entry point. Just some suggestions, I had started on a 2011 Honda CBR250R non ABS version. Loved it. Take care and best of luck bud.✌🍻

[@joesarks]

@@SvenTSchixe Appreciate you taking the time to write this post for beginners---a lot of great information.

[@SvenTSchixe]

@@joesarks Certainly, glad I could help. Take care✌🍻

[@cdsjs]

Can this be imported in india?

[@Xxjulia135xX]

Would you recommend this bike for a first time rider?

[@DukeOfDC]

Actually yes! It’s a great bike for a first time rider. Great value, easy to use power, and the storage. It’s a little tall, but if that’s not something you’re worried about then you’re gravy

[@waynecooper8249]

Great review without all the annoying wacky antics most you tubers give.

[@williamrose2506]

Big question for me before buying is how much vibration/buzz is there?

[@DukeOfDC]

Very minimal vibration. This really is a very comfortable motorcycle

[@Aimexpousa]

Great review, great bike!!...Go Rollick

[@DukeOfDC]

Thanks guys!

[@kristophertrout7328]

Pot hole jumping commuter for Cleveland, Detroit, Buffalo, etc. Why else would it have heated grips and a semi adventure stance?

[@voodoopup4376]

I'm looking for a starter bike and this is the only one my dealership sales that I can afford to just straight up buy.

[@mwevre1876]

I have a 2014 and it was my first bike. Perfect starter bike, especially if you get DCT

[@TheUnicornblood]

What setting do you record your gopro? Do you keep it in linear mode (non fish eye) so that it’s easier to edit with dslr or other Sony camera footage?

[@bienloayon4841]

Hello. How about the km/l Fuel consumption??? Good or Bad???

[@aluet30]

235/mpg(USA) = L/100km. In this case : 235/59 = 4,0L/100km

[@masterspin7796]

Thinking about buying one of these for my tour of the u.s.a...lack of H.P. has me a little worried especially after I add the hard bags and a trunk loaded with goodies for long travel...

[@kenhoward3512]

Probably no problem if you stay on highways, rather than freeways, most of the time.

[@okinawanah3463]

Says he rides but doesn't lane split

[@lionsden6960]

21 litres compartment in a bike?!! 🧐 That is a great feature to provide in bikes in india 👌👍

[@DukeOfDC]

I agree it’s an amazing feature

[@brianwiseman9518]

How tall are you? That bike looks crazy high

[@STP-dh9gd]

Will that compartment hold two gallons of milk? If so, I’m sold!

[@asensibleyoungman2978]

I'm just 3'11" tall. I can ride motorbikes but I can't ever stop otherwise I fall over. I just have to run red lights and if there's a queue I have to mount kerbs and cut through gardens.

[@DukeOfDC]

Such a sensible young man

[@l4m44412345]

very nice review

[@milangagic2397]

What is differnce between NC750XA and NC750XD?

[@tgrman1]

where do you put the gas in ? right next to the hot engine ? is that a good idea ? also im not a fan of the skinny little bicycle handlebars

[@Truthseeker71]

The gas cap is actually under the passenger seat. It hinges in the back. Kind of neat but could be a pain if you have stuff strapped to the seat. The awesome trunk storage negates this problem somewhat, though. I'm seriously considering buying this bike this very day.

[@tomascolz6375]

Have one with Manual clutches Stay health greetings from Germany 🇩🇪

[@e.k.1215]

Nice straightforward review, Wow no revving at a red light?? kind of takes the fun out of riding..

[@DukeOfDC]

E. K. Lol, damned if I do. Damned if I don’t

[@WeirdA.I]

Thanks for the video and insight man! As a new rider, is this bike too “torquey” for some of us who tend to jump on the throttle a little too fast?

[@user-nt1jf3yl3f]

Throttle is very responsive. Yes if you are heavy on the throttle it will rip but not wheelie.. Lol. It’s not that hard to control, just gotta be smooth with it. She roars if you ask her to….😎

[@Overzealoustramp]

how good would this be for a beginners?

[@user-nt1jf3yl3f]

I own a 2020 Dct as a beginner coming from a 150cc scooter. After owning this and riding for a year in NYC no less.. lol, this is an amazing machine. It will get you in trouble as a beginner if you don’t respect the bike. I know it doesn’t have “rip your arms out” type of power but it rips from light to light and has plenty of torque. The bike puts a smile on your face when I ride and is hella fun. Top speed is like 115mph but I’ve only pushed it to 85-90 and that was plenty speed for me. Super fun, and great for the city😎 Im an older beginner rider though and it’s all about perspective when it comes to choosing a bike I suppose. Good luck.

[@Th3Shrike]

Should try to get your hands on a Honda CBR500R