Africa Twin Owners! How to Use DCT, Electronics, Suspension & Ride Modes

[@BigRockMoto]

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[@Dave-sw2dm]

After your extensive and awesome review I went and looked at a loaded AT. Unfortunately, we only have parts changers instead of troubleshooting technicians where I live. Decided that a DR650 was the better choice.

[@motoexploration4169]

Honda should pay you for this. I do not see any vids they published that has come anywhere close to this. Good job, Ian.

[@BigRockMoto]

thanks! I'll send them a bill. :)

[@ADV_Agenda]

This is a must see video, nobody on the net is offering this kind of information!!

[@Scobby_Moto]

I totally agree!!!

[@BigRockMoto]

thanks Jeff!

[@collinmcrey]

This is THE video every new owner has to watch. I've own ATAS `24 for three month now. Most of the things I've figured out myself, but everything regarding off-road settings was very-very helpful! Thank you a lot, Ian!

[@LakayForce]

I don't know about you guys, but these two panels, the various buttons on both sides of the handlebars give this bike such a charm, the Hub on this bike is wonderful, the best and most elegant of all the big trails

[@Jcesar6624]

I don’t even own the Africa twin yet but I just enjoy your videos and how in depth you go into your analysis! I can’t wait to get my own Africa twin thanks to you! Great job

[@corneroth]

Hi Ian, Apple CarPlay is one of the best features and you skipped it in this excellent video. 🙃😅 I bought a wireless dongle and that works fantastic, no cable needed anymore for CarPlay. As you mentioned you can use CarPlay without a headset connected, just push and hold the back button when the screen asks for the headset. Further the function buttons on top of the handlebars left and right. Right for selecting a function (like fog-lights and handlebar-heaters, etc), left to adjust. Thanks for uploading this tutorial. I own one over two years and get along with it very well.

[@justindonlon6622]

THANK YOU!!! I knew there must be a way of using CarPlay without a headset - didn't realize it was as simple as holding down the back button!

[@Mv-mp3gy]

I wish he would. I am having a difficult time getting them all to communicate

[@JuanRomero-fm6op]

Thank you very much for the effort to explain in detail all the parameters and customization that the bike allows. I don't think there is any video with so much detail and so well explained. It is something that I appreciate and that helps many of us. Surely you have had to spend a lot of time but I think it was worth it. Very well narrated and explained. A thousand thanks!!!!!!

[@chrisw8646]

.. oh my gosh … I own the 2024 AT since two months, got already 4000+ km on the clock and did not manage to master the settings up to yesterday evening when I saw your video - many thank Ian - you should indeed get a Honda salary for that - thx for guiding me out of the land of confusion 🙏

[@mototroter]

Very well explained. Many times it is not easy to remember all of this settings to common owner of this motorcycle.

[@richardkeeley6927]

Hi there. The electronics on the Honda CRF1100 are learnable without much effort. Don't be intimidated by the electronic cluster of buttons. Moreover, I installed the LSK off-road dongle on my 2023 ATAS, which completely enhanced my experience when riding off-road. One touch of a button and it shuts everything off namely, traction control, wheelie control, and ABS to the rear.

[@danemoll4065]

“Back in the day” my 2017 AT dct stalled out at the intersection at least 3 times at different points. This appears to have been corrected. Love your videos! Always helpful and the reason I purchased a 2024 AT standard.

[@vishalkaushal3589]

This video was needed since they brought this Technology in AT. What Honda was expected to do, you did. Kudos.

[@SlipstreamADV]

I was feeling a little over whelmed thinking about getting my new AT becausw of all the features. After watching this video I'm really excited now! Thank you very much!

[@Alexanderpaal67]

Another great review of this legendary Honda thanx. You are a Legend 👍 Keep Riding 🦾

[@yvanc3842]

I have a 2023 Africa Twin Adventure Sport and your video is very useful. Thank you for your well in dept explanation.

[@normanstassen6424]

Thank you Ian, this episode really helped me. I have just moved over from a 2014 GS 1200 and bought a 2021 AT ES dct with 6614km on the clock. Your video helped me so much.

[@joelrick6615]

Thank you so much for this video. It’s the wheelie control that was stopping me on steep bouncy hills! I will test this today. I dented my gas tank and broke a pannier bracket mount because I thought it was the traction torque control that needed to be off. I am going to watch this several times and then go ride. Man, I kept loosing power when I needed it most and this bike is too heavy to save when you start to go over on a steep rocky hill. I am loving the bike otherwise. Cheers from Edmonton Alberta Canada!

[@Rickmac22]

Ian, you really are setting the bar for motorcycle setting videos! I have a 2019 AT, but enjoyed seeing all the tech in the newer model! Keep moving forward!

[@stevek4449]

Just got mine a few days ago. The DCT is really good. makes riding a bit more enjoyable than my former KLR 650, smoother in every way. Just took a 200 mile trip the other day. As a new rider, my big feet made shifting hard, (size 18 shoes) so learning was a bit slower. The DCT improved the speed of learning for me and helps me to focus on controlling the bike and riding it. Makes traffic lights a lot less stressful. Glad i got mine and looking forward to many happy miles. Dealer said Honda is still catching up and they could not special order one as it is still behind from Covid. So since they only had one in stock, i got my Adventure Sport with DCT as fast as i could :)

[@stevenkarl9165]

Wow! Thanks for that. Just bought a 24 ES DCT. Awesome walk thru.

[@zigpozema9955]

Thank you for the very detailed explanation. You are the best one 💯👌 You don't have to wait for the screen to pop up. You can start the bike and drive. When the screen pops up, press the enter button. Until then, the separate screen below will help you. You can also add a DCT shifter, which is very useful.

[@Gayb898]

I'm about to buy a 24 twin and dude you rock thanks for the info and I'm sure I'll be back to watch it again to get everything down

[@mr.t9976]

Just saw that a few of the big names (BMW & KTM) are releasing their version of “automatic transmission”. Honda has been perfecting DCT for decades now so it’ll be interesting to see how the others look. Additionally, the difference between the DCT on my 2014 NC and now my 2024 AT are crazy. 2024 is buttery smooth.

[@motoadventurer7780]

Thank you so much for your DCT electronics tutorial. The information presented was super helpful. Also, thank you for your slow riding tips utilizing the rear brake. I'm currently riding a 2024 Honda NC750XD and I have struggled with controlling the bike, especially during slow maneuvers off road.

[@BigRockMoto]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@advredbikes]

Thanks Ian so much for going through the menus I can’t believe how far they come from 2017, night and day, that is why I watch your videos. You are very thorough and accurate. Thank you very much, ride well ride safe.

[@gerralstephens2833]

Great job Ian. We appreciate ya out here.

[@brianhoward9217]

Well done Ian, very useful vid for many people. You chose the right bike with which to do this, that's for sure. I'm bookmarking this for when I get mine, cheers from Sydney Australia🙂

[@AndrewHeffernan-q4k]

G'day Ian from down under, once again you have gone above and beyond. I really love what you provide, I respect that you have taken your time to dial this down for even the novice riders which I'm sure is greatly appreciated. I can tell you that your quick guide will help me with myself with my new africa twin when it arrives next week. I will take the time and read the manual and just like you said. Be proactive and practice as I have big plans in the near future. I'm hoping that next year that I will be able to fly to America and thank you personally at one of the meets that you attend too. Hopefully I will see Ben from dork in the road also. Again Ian, thank you for your excellent content, be safe and throttle on. Andrew From Down Under

[@TempusFugit2K]

GREAT Video - I´ve been Riding my 2023 AT and only after your explanation of the Wheelie Control did I realize why it seemed like I was not able to Powerit up on Dirt roads.

[@stargazerhu]

Nice job. Some more informations after 53k km/33k miles. DCT is the best part of the Africa in my opinion. Now BMW and KTM also make some kind of automatic transmissions. DCT is the best for your passenger too. The right function button also switch the fog lights, If you have. But the fog lights is a must if you ride in dark, the main lamps are very weak. I've always switched on the G-switch, so I put that to the "star" button. G-switch also mean a little bit higher rpm gear changing. I've never used the HAT in simple "D" at least I've swithed on the "G". You can stall. ;) I did it many times (at least once a year, so it's a rare situation, and my Africa is from 2020). Could make 2 stalls in 100m. ;) A nice trick to restart it. Hold/press the front and a rear breaks and press the engine start button. Yes, off road you have to switch off the wheelie control. I almost crashed, beacuse it cut the power at the worse time. By the way I've switched off the HSTC too. :)

[@przemyslawglabiak7679]

Great video as always. I have 2020 africa twin adventure sport dct and I love it. Mine is not es but I'm planning on getting 2024 adventure sport. Keep up a good job.

[@DonB614]

WOW, WOW, WOW. This was an amazing video. Just loved it. I am leaning towards purchasing a 2025 Africa Twin and you just gave me the info I really needed to seal the deal. Keep up the good work. You’re the best adventure motorcycle reviewer out there. As you say. “Thanks so much”

[@skrid2577]

Thanks so much Ian! I absolutely love this bike and now I know how to get the most out of it with your awesome video!

[@chrishall734]

Great video, a lot of which I too had to figure out. Regarding the function lever. Every time you flick it, it selects the next available function. There’s volume, then heated grips, auto headlights, and fog lamps (should you have them).

[@BigRockMoto]

Thanks for the info!

[@manuelstesorojr]

Thank you so much. I just bought my new 2024 africa. your video helps a lot

[@sandwaves5642]

To all those who don't like that CLUNG - when engaging the D ( on DCT, or the 1st gear on manual ) : just move / roll / slide the bike forward - pushing with you feet ( obviously, when sitting on it ) some steps - to approx. 3-5 km/h. The 1st gear will engage much smoother..... Up-hill - can be slightly tricky 😆

[@pauldeacon7115]

Well I have a 22 ATS dct. Because of your vid I decided to buy the 2024 Adventure Sport. Dismissed it originally on paper specs but your post made me think again. I think Honda should pay you some commission. Thanks again

[@migo33]

Thanks for the video. I don't understand how Honda introduces so much tech with little to no information especially video ones these days. Coming from a 2016 manual I mostly use the presents and find them pretty good.

[@Skiamakhos]

This is so useful. Thank you! 🙂 There's so much that's frankly buried under layers of menus, it really needs a UX consultant to re-work the UI.

[@cruiez2008]

Great video. I am sure no one else have a video like this. 👍

[@pastoraltravma1600]

thank you mate , this is very helpful for newbies like me , thanks a lot for your time and energy !

[@Bluborder]

Thanks for this tutorial and helpful information. I just made a few minor adjustments on my 2022 CRF1100 D4 that I should have made long ago. Keep up the good work.

[@mattyb7736]

Something else to mention, and it freaks you out if you don't know this. Its a "tap to start". You don't need to hold the button in the start position. Press and release, bike will start all by itself. Unnerving if you don't know, have ignition on and brush the start button.

[@jag1963]

This is what a you tube video should be. Great Job Ian!. I haven't even bought one yet...lol Update ..Ok I bought my Manual Africa Twin ES Adventure sport home today and coming from a Goldwing was a little dissapointed to see that there is no accessory mode. Sitting there for an hour playing with buttons while the headlights are on is going to drain the battery pretty quick but I love sitting on a bike and learning it all slowly and now i feel like I'm on a timer. Is it ok to have it on the battery tender while I fiddle with it just to keep the charge going?

[@georgeiliopoulos1917]

Always your videos get to the point. By the way nice haircut glad you took that decision.

[@JoeSmith-st3hl]

Great video Ian, the AT gets bad press from most of the other videos I've seen on it regarding the electronics and amount of buttons it has, but watching this has totally changed my mind about it, I can see that once you get familiar with it, it's a good system. Rich Vidda has a good video about using a wireless dongle for Apple Carplay, so you don't have to plug in your phone with a cable.

[@hovishill2779]

Great vid Ian 👍🏻. I knew about all the controls before as I read the manual 😃. But I watched your vid to support your channel. The electronic suspension is absolutely worth the extra cash. It’s a shame honda didn’t address all the idiosyncrasies with the settings as they are not intuitive and it would’ve been nice if they would’ve given the look of the screen layout an update like their other new bikes (although the screen is perfectly good and easy to read).

[@dcxplant]

This was so cool!!!!! Thank you. DCT transmissions will eventually be offered by every major OEM I believe. I'm looking at touring bikes and narrowed it down to the Gold Wing and K1600GT. Both have reverse, but the GW has DCT, a compelling feature for long days in the saddle. BTW, I don't see any other content makers at the speeds you do on the two-track and single-track you do from the light bikes to the big bore ADV's. You're crazy! LoL

[@dungbeetle.]

Great video. Thanks, Ian. A much needed guide for sure, but geez, I don't imagine it's that complicated in the Space Shuttle! 😆

[@laurentorduna9880]

amazing job all becomes clear now, many thanks man.

[@danilonunez9363]

You think about everything, you ate the number one by far❤

[@tyzer99]

This is a great video, thank you for all your efforts. Keep em coming!

[@DrGonzo-vq2zi]

Thanks Ian, between this and your extensive review I think I have been swayed away from '24 Tiger Rally Pro to the Adventure Sports. I think the electronic suspension and the Android Auto for touring purposes really sways the needle for me.

[@BigRockMoto]

Glad to help

[@coolhandchunk]

The positioning of the Enter and Back buttons actually is more useful in this configuration. I find i use the Enter button more often, hence having it more accessible and less of a reach for my thumb is a benefit. Yes, positioning is opposite to convention, but this just shows how the Honda engineers were thinking about real world use cases when laying the system out. Now, the function +/- toggle switch is a different story... hard to get my short fat fingers to reach it!

[@rmaturi]

Tremendously good and informative video! I love what you're doing with your titles at the start of the video. "Janitor Assistant" 🤣 Hopefully next month I can get my hands on one of these bikes. ❤

[@adrianw3985]

I am thinking about getting this bike, I know it has pros and cons. I think it will be a good fit for me, though. BTW I have a Jeep Gladiator. The first video review I ever saw you do was on the Gladiator. Anyway, good content. I appreciate your efforts.

[@The938Nikos]

Great video, looking forward to the next one with the rest of the details!

[@thanosa2206]

We need more colour options on adv motorcycle's Purple,green, orange... The serious boring colours should be on tourings bike's or street

[@ugendar]

Just cant wait to get my hands on Africa twin. It is yet to release in India. Been almost 2 years and they have said it wont release until next year.

[@brucedunham1463]

Have a 22 ATAS. Awesome video!

[@packfan1946]

This video should be mandatory viewing for anyone who purchases an AT DCT!!!

[@robbieandbeckie]

Thinking of putting Dunlop Trailmax Mission on my 2021 ATAS. Maybe the Trailmax Raid. I find my Michelin Anakee Wild lacking traction on road with even modest throttle input. I put the Missions on my DR650, and so far, I am very impressed with the performance for dirt road and asphalt riding.

[@markuspirkner8492]

Hi ! I do own the new AT 2024/DCT/EERA. The only thing I don't like is: the tires (Metzeler Karoo street/in Austria) which are very noisy and loud and don:t work soll well in rain as they are told to do...and the apple car play cannot be connected without a headset.I will change the tires to Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR - for my purposes the best ones! During riding it is not possible to change the Sport Mode (I/II/III) - only from D to the preselected S Mode...thats annoying (or maybe I did something wrong...?) Everything else is just perfect, I do have the Rally package + the possibility to change gears with my left foot... sorry my English is not the best - by the way I want to thank you for the video -there are some points now more clear for me than it was before. Great work! I have just ridden around 1500KM but I am totally impressed from the electrical. suspension and its possibilities... Best Bike I ever had (I am 57 and I already hat a lot different ones/also BMW GS...). Markus from Austria.

[@jcgaliano4126]

Man! Thank you so much! I needed this video! 💯Thank you 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@j.t.5826]

Ian, you make me want to get an Africa twin adventure...

[@ogutusadam3919]

Thank Ian for such a great vedio. Much love from Uganda.

[@Craftrs101]

This was amazing! - Thank you.

[@scheun2]

Love the systym after learning it.

[@josephreed8310]

Great video!! Somewhat random, but I like the haircut. It’s a nice improvement.

[@markphiliposian8081]

that was a great video. Thanks for doing it! I’m curious how I feel about what happens when you drop the bike on it handlebar to all those electronics on the handlebar.

[@evankapel4125]

Thanks! I just bought one and have been looking for this.

[@Mv-mp3gy]

Thank you very much for this. Extremely helpful.

[@jackk1583]

Good explanations. I did hear however, that an airline pilot gave his opinion after owning a -24 AT ADV ES ( I have one too) saying the manual is more complicated than a cockpit. I have to agree there. Wheelie: traction: pre load / mid load/ Ala mode.... tons of info- settings/ but you unraveled it well/ Great bike tho. No canter stand? Ouch.

[@Robert-s4y7h]

Great video, thanks for that! But some significant errors. i.e. P is not backwards, indicates computer intervention level in max power control, EB = 3 is the weakest engine break (maximum computer intervention to max engine break without any intervention) G is not gravel mode

[@martinsavin9286]

Please do the same type of video for your Tiger 900 2024 model would help greatly

[@1JRW1]

How do you lift the front wheel for offroad? The wheelie is one of the most important riding skills for offroad when you find any big imperfection and you need to avoid the front wheel from crashing to it.

[@togangokbakar]

Hi Ian, thanks for the great video. Could you clarify engine braking setting? User manual says 1 is the highest engine braking effect and 3 is the least. You mentioned as the opposite.

[@laurentrun6564]

Thanks for the teaching ! Did you noticed any speed wobble at 80-90 km/h ? I've read that some experienced heavy speed wobble. I'm about to replace my vstrom for the AF and it could be a game changing. Thanks again

[@racewayman1]

Amazing review thank you

[@GurgursWay]

Its just perfect.. thank you!!

[@FranciscoGalicia]

Awesome video. Y will watch it again. Thanks

[@rickterry8148]

Hi, great video. I have 2022 version. If you set the cruise control to 70 mph, then slow down for road works, or some thing, to 30 mph, then press the resume (up) on the cruise control, the bike will got very fast to 70, changing down 2 or 3 gears. You need to hang on !!!!!!. Interested to see if 2024 model does this.

[@DaytonaRider1]

Great video. Question - Anything stopping a guy from buying the adventure sport model and swapping the front wheel for the 21" set up? Best of both worlds perhaps?

[@raymondmuriithi8876]

Great work 👏.

[@corujariousa]

Thanks for the video! I know there are low seat options but this is still a heavy bike. How do you see the seat height for a 29in inseam person?

[@jonneace]

hi, thanks for all the info. Question - when i go to the maintenance page and select cornering lights only the right one turns on. Is this normal?

[@robertmoore1486]

What happens with DCT if on a steep gravel hill like in Chloride Canyon on NM BDR and you have to stop? Will the bike roll backwards same as if it had a recluse clutch?

[@CraigSmith568]

When in manual mode I believe it still downshifts automatically when you come to a stop. Also is there an option for a foot shifter for the DCT?

[@izenkin2008]

thank you very much. for such a good job, Honda should pay you)

[@xxgg]

I assume more Honda bikes will get e-clutch options in future? Honda will keep both options? Would love to see e-clutch review near future from the channel.

[@zedpoutine]

The wheelie control will prevent you from going up a steep incline even with traction control turned off. As soon as the rear wheel is spinning and your real speed is above a fast walking pace, the computer thinks you are doing a wheelie because the front wheel is higher than the rear wheel . The computer will cut so much power that you'll just stop there. So yeah, disable it when off road. But a least with the DCT, it is quite easy to get going again even on loose surfaces as you can take off slowly and in control with no fear of stalling the engine.

[@BR4Now]

So if I want to ride a wheelie, I have to turn off traction control AND wheelie control every time I turn it on and off? I currently have a ‘17 and I only have to turn off traction control to pop a wheelie.

[@chrishall734]

You definitely don’t need a headset for android auto or apple car play. Another thing I learnt was if you hold the back button down for 5 seconds once everything has booted up, then it removes the need for a headset and boots car play straight up (as long as phone is connected). Regrading it dropping out, if you use a decent cable and prevent all vibration then it’s fine. Most issues tend to be with phones mounted on the handlebars. Mines either in a tank bag or I have a cable tan through the bike so I can connect it in my tail bag too

[@BigRockMoto]

GREAT info

[@markuspirkner8492]

I will try tomorrow.... hope it works. So after every stop I have to do this again....?! Maybe not the final solution. THANKS!

[@chrishall734]

Every time you turn your bike back on yes. If you’re stopping briefly you can turn off by the red stop button leaving the screen on and then you don’t need to. I often do when using google maps etc. Just make sure on start up you leave it long enough for everything to boot up and just cancel when it says connect headset.

[@kaihawai2964]

Super Video 👍Vielen Dank 😊

[@stevek4449]

Ok I got a question. I am looking to “build” a tool kit for my 24 ATAS ES DCT. Honda does not have a list of tool sizes and I want to carry it on the bike w/o tools I don’t need vs an Amazon metric bike kit that might be missing certain size tools. Since owners manual or website does not have a list/ kit for sale info, how do I go about picking the right size tools?

[@josersofia9194]

Hi! I was eager for your review, especially for the standard/manual AT! Do you feel any jerkyness on the throttle in low gear/low speeds? Btw, now I'm again confused with the EB pie chart, I thought full pie was the least engine braking (same reasoning as with P pie chart...). Also, do you know the max range for setting up the rear rebound and compression (AT non-ES)? Somehow here in Europe the manual does not tell us that, only for the front suspension. Thank you very much for your AT videos, the waiting was worthwhile, will definitely be wanting more!

[@Pakonan666]

Muchas gracias, Gran video. Salu2 Pako

[@jonneace]

On my 2024 AT adventure. When i go to the maintenance page and select cornering lights, only the right one illuminates. is this normal? I would expect both would come on.

[@900daysandcounting5]

Let me see if I have this right… if I want maximum wheelie control ( minimum front wheel lift) I select the highest number?