Deauville Diaries #1

[@reubenhodson-pearce7824]

Recently got myself a 2006 NT 700 Deauville and love her already. Was scrolling through random videos on here and came across this one. As soon as I seen you're not that far from where I live I had to subscribe lol.

[@sm-ov1wh]

I have had bmw , yamaha , Suzuki etc etc . Honda deauville best bike and reliable bike i have had in 40yrs of biking 😉

[@timothyreynolds3005]

Thanks Steve ill sort ghem out brfore the summer just had my vacume gauges came thank you for the reply m8

[@penelopeoates511]

I have just returned from hospital. I have had a rectal prolapse. My giblets were hanging from my anus. The stench was appalling. Thankfully the surgeon has stuffed them back where they belong. I'm hoping to take my CBT next month. I'm 67 so a late starter to motorcycling.

[@cipryan96]

​@@penelopeoates511hang in there

[@johna6968]

Enjoyed that. Currently running around on a 16yr old carb'd bike after many newer bikes.

[@davidcarroll2035]

Saw your videos on the build, very good job done. I’ve had the 650 but now have the NT700VA I drove one for a day when they came out and was smitten with it. Unfortunately they were out of my price range so I’ve had to wait till the second hand ones come down to my zone. I never have credit if I can’t afford to buy it then I don’t have it. I’m in my 60s and I guess my Dads outlook on that stuck. But I now have a wonderful example 07 reg. 20,000 miles, full belly pan, fender extender, givi 42litre backbox And rack and a custom seat and the leather tank cover thing, I’ve forgot the name of. I enjoyed my 650. If you experimented with the power band of it and got to understand it the exceleration was just fine. A good 60 to a gallon on a long run, not motorway but 60mph area. That engine is to me the midrange version of the Honda 90 Cub. And I say with praise not scorn. The 90 was bullet proof and so is this. I’m also of the opinion that there is no such thing as a boring bike but there are some boring riders. Example. You take an Honda 90 down country lanes with the throttle pinned and push it to its limits you will get off and kiss the ground. Lol you won’t be bored trust me. Lol 😆

[@eadsierestorations]

Excellent mate 😊 yes the deauvilles are also very capable of spaceship mileage when looked after properly (new oil every 3.5k miles) a good friend took TWO deauvilles over 200k (courier)

[@SooperSkoots]

My friend has just bought one only yesterday anyway i had a ride on it and now i am smitten we are at that age where we need comfort and how comfortable can you get on a bike, i am now looking for one great video....

[@cainbeeping8480]

Congrats on bike of the night sweet.

[@johnforrest3628]

Just found this. Brilliant review and you ride it too instead of posing and rambling on for 20 minutes. I enjoyed this candid review very much. As i write , im waiting for a 1998 63000 miler to be delivered tomorrow. Ive wanted one for a while but never quite got round to buy one. Well now i have , so looking forward to tomorrow.

[@eadsierestorations]

Enjoy sir

[@johnforrest3628]

@@eadsierestorationsthank you sir☺

[@theslimrealshady]

At the moment my bike choice criteria is mainly down to insurance cost and being comfy for 2 up over reasonable distance. I think NTV or maybe a GPZ is what I get.

[@eadsierestorations]

@@theslimrealshady good call. The NT650V are very comfortable and capable

[@Bob_Keen]

Love this bike, it's uncomplicated, it's not controlled by computers or electronics, and it's got carbs, its old school :) . Mine is 18 years young, and is in beautiful condition. I would never part with her.

[@arlandgaylor]

i have a 2010 700v been all over the COLONIES . great bike iL just keep her. O YEAH YOUR RIDING ON THE WRONG SIDE OF THE STREET MAN!!!!!!!!!!!! CHEERS

[@eadsierestorations]

Take care mate

[@paulbowcock4092]

Great bike

[@andrewbooth7352]

I love my Deauville. 24 years young and still a great machine. I noticed that you have the wind deflectors on the fairing, do they make a difference? I'm looking forward to getting back on the road with her! I do have an issue with the panniers not locking or even staying shut. I've ended up having to add a pair of latches. I've been riding since the eighties and my Deauville has to be my favourite I have ever owned. The Dullville moniker is very unfair on my view. She does exactly what you want and has never let me down. Maybe it's time I gave her a name?? Love the channel.

[@eadsierestorations]

Cheers Andrew, the panniers will shut and lock with correct adjustment, it's not an easy job but perciverance will pay off, I'm sure I've covered this subject on my Christine Restoration. Yes best all-rounder ever, anyone who calls them dullsville have never owned one. The hand guards are great, just don't get ripped off getting some.

[@andrewbooth7352]

@@eadsierestorations Rob Davis has them, not too expensive either

[@BeardedBiker6611]

good video ade, come at the right time, been thinking about buying one as a second bike, pan European other choice, undecided.

[@hotwheels228]

Hi great video, can you put up a link for your FB pages cheers

[@eadsierestorations]

was going to get a pan and bobber it, but unless the issues have been sorted its just not worth it, alternators, swinging arms etc....

[@robertoc2485]

Hi Adrian I have a 2004 650 deauville. Low mileage. Just recently I have had trouble engaging 3rd gear. You can sometimes feel your way into the gear change by gently and slowly moving your foot up until it's ready to engage but in can be the case that there doesn't seem to be anything there - just a kind of slackness. Anyway nothing appears to be loose on the gear lever and the bike has had a full service at the end of last year. Any advice will be greatly appreciated!

[@eadsierestorations]

How long have you had the deauville?

[@robertoc2485]

I got it in November 20. It's done 21,000 miles.

[@tarsneyisleestrelas4659]

Hi I,m planning on getting back on two wheels and love the look and sound of the Deauville ,Question is ...Is there much difference between the 650 and the 700,have read that the 700 is a much better bike for touring? I used to ride from portsmouth to south of Ireland in my navy days,,TIA .regards Alan.

[@eadsierestorations]

There's only 30cc difference, not a lot of difference otherwise.

[@tarsneyisleestrelas4659]

@@eadsierestorations thanks for replying. Just read the power was smoother on the 700 better when twos up. Cheers.

[@xhuthemonk1652]

"He's now stuck there, cos hes a dick" - Legend.

[@daveballam1126]

Having trouble finding neutral while stationery with engine running, but easy when engine turned off, any ideas

[@eadsierestorations]

How often is it serviced? (Regular oil changes @4k) these bikes all suffer from the clunky neutral, it's a Honda thing so don't worry about it, a slight blip of the throttle helps find neutral. Try adjusting the clutch very slightly at the lever end and see if any different.

[@TeezerDriz]

I had same issue on my 650, bike had 80,000miles or so. Clutch lever adjustment was within spec (10-20mm). Oil changes every 3000miles. I worked around the issue by nudging into neutral from 2nd as i was braking to a stop at lights etc.

[@yaninacepqni2091]

I just bought a deauville 700 2006 i was worried about the mileage its 40k haha ive done 2k already for about 3 weeks. I thought i will have to service it like every year or so but i guess i have to change the oils more often. One thing i didnt get from the video, how do you change gears without clutch? Is it possible on the nt700? And isn't it better for the motorcycle to use the clutch always? Or maybe i can save some suffering of the clutch with this practice?

[@eadsierestorations]

Hi yani with regular 4,000 mile oil changes these bikes are very capable of 250,000+ miles. So no worries there. As you change from 3-4th & 4-5th as you rev up to change gear simply dip the throttle and change gear. Only do this on the way up. It doesn't hurt the gearbox as the gears are syncro. You will get used to it in no time. It will give added life to the clutch. Don't jerk it, smoothly does it.

[@robertsteadman4226]

190 miles to £16 of fuel at £1.35 to the litre is 73mpg UK

[@eadsierestorations]

@@robertsteadman4226 thanks. This was a few years ago

[@hotwheels228]

Great video, can you put up a link for your fb pages.....cheers

[@eadsierestorations]

facebook.com/groups/1530658143916366/?ref=group_header

[@eadsierestorations]

facebook.com/groups/BMCmotorcycleclub/?ref=group_header

[@davidcarroll2035]

Hi I own a Deauville NT700VA it’s a 2007 model, when I got it, it had the aftermarket lower fairing on it. I won’t call it a belly pan because it covered much more than that but I took it off because I kept grounding when taking corners. I’ve looked for a belly pan type as I’ve seen some on photos that just cover the lower engine but unfortunately nowhere as it in stock. Does anyone have one for sale? The same also applies to the wind deflector kit you could buy but now can’t, that one uses sticky pads and also sits under the wing mirror bases. Anyone got a pair for sale? An air dryer would warm the adhesive pads enough to let go im sure. And lastly I’ve noticed that on my model a rubber flexible shroud fits at the base of the tank where the seat buts up against it and pops into an hole either side of the tank. Mine was missing, anyone got one for sale? I could get one from France for £16 new but I’m not even sure of it’s purpose as no air would blow through there anyway, So I will leave it at that and say a big hi to all Deauville owners, I’ve had both the 650 and now the 700

[@eadsierestorations]

Try the deauville groups on Facebook

[@christiancox8764]

Aat are these bikes like with a pillion on. Do they have plenty of grunt for 2 people? Does the suspension cope ok ?

[@eadsierestorations]

They are a good touring bike, very capable tourers.its all about budget.

[@lurker-mq4fp]

Hello, I am picking up a 98 model next week. How do I check if the fuel pump is working if the tank is not near reserve? Is there anything atypical i should be looking for that is unique to the Deauville (fault wise, I mean)?

[@eadsierestorations]

Good choice sir, the fuel pump will 'Tick' every now and then if it's ok. The only other thing to check is the regulator rectifier (right side of the frame under the right side panel below the seat, un plug it and check the connector for signs of heat/melting. Fantastic bikes

[@lurker-mq4fp]

Thank you for a swift reply. Does the ticking only happen when switched to reserve?

[@williamcrosswell8849]

adrian eades just thought i would let you know i have just found christine for sale on gumtree!!!

[@eadsierestorations]

Wow hope she finds a good home

[@AH-du8ck]

how aee these for shorter riders ,i have 30 inside leg ?

[@eadsierestorations]

My inside leg is 32" and i can flat foot. You can always have the seat reduced in height. Thanks for your comment.

[@sm-ov1wh]

It's not a speedy speedy bike ok it's a mid range tour BIKE and reliable 😉

[@eadsierestorations]

It was the best all round bike i have owned, will have another one day,

[@timsgtms1222]

mine has done only 5 k miles its 20 years old had it 2 years ago the problem is it starts first time but it runs rich it don't tick over for long bogs down also blows black smoke out if you rev it higher up the revs what would you advise lads

[@eadsierestorations]

Has it been serviced recently? I bet the carbs could do with a clean out,

[@timothyreynolds3005]

Hi I've only changed the oil and filters m8 I've only started it up I have not jet got it on the road I will this year m8

[@timothyreynolds3005]

@@eadsierestorations I have only changed the oil and filters m8

[@johna6968]

@@timothyreynolds3005So many bikes these days aren't used as they were designed for. No miles and all run rough as. As Adrian says first thing the carbs need to come off for a good clean / inspection. An inline fuel filter may be an idea if there isn't one there already

[@sm-ov1wh]

Carbs need service... SIMPLES 😉😉 find a good mechanic and get it serviced. !!