Correction, Honda backtracked and brought back the manual Adventure Sports in Canada and the US. Thanks to the commenters who pointed that out.
@TheMrB2 ай бұрын
Ive had one for months the DCT is AMAZING. I thought I would hate it, but its great. Its a gentle giant this bike, do not be afraid of its size
@russellbreyley63872 ай бұрын
I own a 2018 Africa twin DCT sports model. Yes all the changes they made to the 2024 model are the things that I don't like about my 2018. So yes they did improve this model 👍
@coolhandchunk2 ай бұрын
I got my '24 ATAS Manual back in mid-May - and it truly is an absolutely fantastic bike. Only complaint is the seat for rides greater than 200km... looking at options now. She is a pavement queen, but that is what I bought it for... 100hp is plenty. 19" front wheel holds a line like a sport-touring bike. Brakes are fantastic. You quickly get used to the dash, features and buttons - they become intuitive after 500kms or so. Cruise control is great. Heated grips are hot. Windshield does a reasonable job. Gas mileage/range gets better as the bike breaks in (after 1200-1500kms).
@terrellgarren71252 ай бұрын
The seat on my V-STROM 1050XT was not very good for 400+ mile days. Added a Windrider seat cover for $65. Very comfortable from North Carolina to Alaska and back, 10K miles in 25 days. Well spent $65.
@coolhandchunk2 ай бұрын
@terrellgarren7125 good to know... will look that one up for sure
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
Yep, the manuals are still sold, just not in my market.
@coolhandchunk2 ай бұрын
@DifferentSpokesTV they are. I am in Ontario as well... got mine in May from West City Powersports in Belleville.
@trekkydelirium-vroom58212 ай бұрын
In Canada, in USA, in England… the 2024 Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES is still available in manual; not only in DCT! Me & my friend, we own & love our Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES 2024 Manual! Best regards from Montreal! There is countries, like France, for example, where the 2024 Adventure Sports is only available in DCT… not here! We’re lucky!
@Motor_m102 ай бұрын
You know DTC is so called G4Y transmission ;)
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
Yep, I guess Honda thinks Americans and Canadians like that easy life.
@user-ok5jv7ew5k2 ай бұрын
Another good review with great insights! It reconfirmed my decision to go with the Yamaha Super T over the AT. (Which your channel influenced as noted previously) For my purposes, It’s better 2-up, touring on asphalt and no faffing about with a chain. Cheers!
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
I think I’ll do a comparison next.
@gryphongryph2 ай бұрын
The Super Tenere still looks good today, but I so wish that Yamaha would update it for next year, doesn’t need to be big updates, just a bit more power and a little less weight.
@got_to_roll2 ай бұрын
I'd replace my 2015 SuperTenere ES wIth a new one if they'd update electronics, like the Tracer9GT+.
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
I think it might be time for the big Japanese ADV tourer comparison.
@got_to_roll2 ай бұрын
@@DifferentSpokesTVI sure like my Yamaha, but again, it's long overdue for updates to TCS, abs, cc, etc.
@vincenttarquini42352 ай бұрын
Yamaha has discontinued making the Super Tenere'.
@got_to_roll2 ай бұрын
Still available new where I live. @@vincenttarquini4235
@matthew31362 ай бұрын
This will be my retirement gift.
@DC-zp2iq2 ай бұрын
Look at BMW r1250 gs instead, the comfort is not in the same league.
@matthew31362 ай бұрын
@@DC-zp2iq I have never been a bmw guy, but I am looking forward to the new 1300’s. I am a total Honda nerd already though so it’s going to be tough to change my mind. I will def ride the bmws. They are nice.
@clickbaitpro29 күн бұрын
@@DC-zp2iq Africa Twin is still more reliable and long lasting
@posteroonie2 ай бұрын
Nice review, nice bike, thanks. You're right about shaft drive IMHO. It's totally worth the extra price and weight to not deal with chain maintenance. And for road use a belt might be the best of both worlds. Come on Honda and Yamaha, give us some middleweight shafties like you did in the 1980's, or suck it up and give Gates some money for belt drive systems.
@Sasquatch_by_Day-nv3yh2 ай бұрын
You're not wrong about belt drive. I have a 2003 HD Night Train with 75,000 miles and it still has the original belt.
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
I think belts are a no no off road in case rocks get under the belt. Shaft is great though. The Super Tenere is the only Japanese choice there but I’d go for the Tiger 1200.
@Sasquatch_by_Day-nv3yh2 ай бұрын
@@DifferentSpokesTV Absolutely belts wouldn't work off road, I think the point "@posteroonie" was hinting at was the '24 ATAS is more of a pavement touring machine (it certainly is for me) so a belt would work. My preference would be shaft drive.
@marcinkrakus2 ай бұрын
I mostly use M mode, because it gives me 100% control on shifting, with D, even S sometimes it shifts tricky, for example on roundabout sometimes it shifts down to 1st gear, with M, it never does, maybe in one condition - the speed is almost to stall the engine
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
Yeah, I’m sure that it gets intuitive after a few days of using it. I just got lazy and used S and D.
@turtle19dad14 күн бұрын
DCT same controls as Rebel 1100T DCT. Love it. And Yes, I want the ATAS . Only debate is manual or DCT….🤔
@johninflamez2 ай бұрын
Thank you for the review! Booked my 2024 ATAS ES DCT at the Motorcycle Show Toronto in Feb 2024. Dealer initially said delivery will be in April then shifted to July. Today (July 12th) they are saying that delivery will be in Sep and it will be a 2025 model. Apparently Honda Canada did not send a 2024 ATAS DCT for Canada at al! Can I believe this?I have been waiting whole 2024 Spring & Summer for this bike and now the expected delivery is in Fall and even that is unsure.
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
I was in the same boat with my T7. Got it at the end of the summer.
@UncleWally3Ай бұрын
A DCT Africa Twin requires skillfully applying the rear brake to enhance its parking lot manners. It’s fun once the skill is mastered, not so fun mastering the skill.
@gordonwallin23682 ай бұрын
(Family doing well?) Cheers from the Pacific West Coast of Canada.
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
We’re having a great summer at the cabin. No air conditioning and we have a heat wave right now, but we’ll survive.
@orientationandmobilitywith59022 ай бұрын
Excellent video! 😊
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
Thank you! 😃
@IRLtrolls2 ай бұрын
I don’t understand the 19 front wheel with a chain drive. Feels completely pointless to sacrifice off-road ability but keep the chain drive. Just get a GS or Super Ten if you want a 17/19 wheel
@Sasquatch_by_Day-nv3yh2 ай бұрын
For some of us that isn't an option. Where I live my choices are Honda, KTM/Husqvarna, or Harley-Davidson.
@jamesmuller42322 ай бұрын
Thanks for the review. Does the windscreen work effectively?
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
At 6 feet tall in the higher position it worked great for me. It’s better with the seat in the lower position.
@Coldgecko28 күн бұрын
I have a F850GSA. What do you think is better off-road? I have taken my 850 from Miami to Thailand... 6 month trip and 17 countries - 80% on road -- 20% ugly off road but never single track. But it's a pig and I think top heavy. Fun trip -- great bike with absolutely no issues but I am thinking for an AT AS with DCT on my next very long adventure... Thoughts?
@Sasquatch_by_Day-nv3yh2 ай бұрын
I got my '24 ATAS manual about a month ago, it is a far superior bike to the 2019 Africa Twin I test rode in '19. I did not like the handling of that bike at all with the 21" front and the power of the '24 model has a noticeable bump compared to the '19. My only gripes with the '24 ATAS is there isn't enough room between the exhaust and my boot when riding on the balls of my feet, the brakes are a bit soft compared to the '21 Pan America I traded for it, and the windshield is bit short for me at 6'2". In regards to the power, up to 100mph it wasn't much different compared to the 150hp Pan America or the 160hp KTM 1290 Super Adventure Sports I had for a multi-day test ride. Right now I'm averaging 45mpg (5.2l/100km) but I haven't finished the break-in period yet so that may get better.
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
Yes, the 21 inch front wheel ATs were okay but not great in the pavement handling dept. I also noticed the issue with my heel on the exhaust.
@MarvFitBikesKicks6 күн бұрын
Looking at this and the tracer 9 gt+.
@Ozzy628632 ай бұрын
Debating on this or the 24 Tiger 900 Rally Pro. Have not rode this Honda yet though. Thoughts?
@exothermal.sprocket2 ай бұрын
I'm a Suzuki fan, I might be taking the V-Strom 1050 before this AT, if we're working with 19" front wheel options.
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
I think the Suzuki also has a 21 version.
@exothermal.sprocket2 ай бұрын
@@DifferentSpokesTV Yes, that's a recent development for the V-Strom series.
@pigmeal22242 ай бұрын
Bought 800DE in December. Australia. Zero regrets ... ❤
@exothermal.sprocket2 ай бұрын
@@pigmeal2224 One option I wish Suzuki would have trickled down from the 1050: cruise control.
@pigmeal22242 ай бұрын
@exothermal.sprocket and tubeless ... but hey - I'm oldschool!!🤭🤭
@igneous852 ай бұрын
19" front will definitely handle potholes better than a 17"
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
It’s a good road/off road compromise.
@igneous852 ай бұрын
@@DifferentSpokesTV it's a good on road size for most real world roads. Especially in Canada.
@davidmallia6282 ай бұрын
When it comes to the Africa Twin, the looks, and reputation for reliability gives it credit. Otherwise, for me, the BMW R1200/1250/1300 GS are the best overall adventure bike. BMW caters for all inseams, comfort levels, safety, with intuitive controls. For a basic, reliable adventure travel bike, I would go for the Tenere 700, the Explore version for shorter riders, even though it is a bit top heavy. Even a Multistrada V2 could fit the bill as something in between, or a Suzuki 800DE v-strom, or Honda Transalp 750. The Africa twin, as good as it is, I find a bit of an outlier, in the options out there.
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
I like the standard model best but I don’t really motorcycle tour.
@davidmallia6282 ай бұрын
@@DifferentSpokesTV Yes, the standard version makes more sense.
@wrenchmonkey39202 ай бұрын
same mirrors as on the rally?
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
They looked a bit different but to be honest I don’t exactly remember.
@7erdogduАй бұрын
00:30 We have the same sandals .
@ahsansaeed91032 ай бұрын
Why not hard-core off-road? Isnt it built for this purpose?
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
Not really. The standard Africa Twin is better there but no bike over 400lbs is really suited for serious off roading.
@MarvFitBikesKicks15 күн бұрын
If I want to learn about a bike, I come here
@coolhandchunk2 ай бұрын
@DifferentSpokesTV you mentioned that the ATAS only came with DCT on your last AT video as well... this is not true. Manual and DCT available for both trims (base and AS) for most markets. The pre-release rumors of DCT only are not true....
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
Sorry, I cater primarily to the North American markets. I know that overseas from us the manual is still sold.
@twmclean12 ай бұрын
Wonder if Honda will introduce the NT 1100 to North America?
@coolhandchunk2 ай бұрын
I was hoping so too... but, to be honest, the '24 AS now does everything I wanted from the NT... except maybe the seat comfort.
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
It seems the new ATAS is very close to the NT1100. Wonder if there’s any point now.
@twmclean12 ай бұрын
@@DifferentSpokesTV I was thinking the same other than a 17" front wheel.
@Roo0ooD2 ай бұрын
i spent 20k on a dr650 sold it for 8k around 2012 bags and all bbq rack
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
That DR better have Dakar winning performance for 20k.
@timwhalen46912 ай бұрын
Tube or tubless wheels?
@coolhandchunk2 ай бұрын
tubeless on both the base and AS models
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
Tubeless.
@patrickkennedy775625 күн бұрын
I would NEVER buy an automatic motorcycle. Thats the whole point of riding one.
@robertlindstrom5402 ай бұрын
Almost everybody can ride a fast bike slow. But not even more experienced riders and that includes you and me can ride these litre bikes to their limits. So personally these, for me, are not that interesting. I want to enjoy my ride, and occasionally in good and safe conditions test my skills that 50 years of riding have honed. For me the 700-800cc bikes are the top of the mountain. Maybe if I ride fifty more years I´d qualify for a litre bike?
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
The Transalp is not too far behind the ATAS in performance and it remarkably sporty on the road.
@jonr38912 ай бұрын
Just give me a CRF300l Rally and I'll be perfectly happy ; )
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
It’s way better off road.
@jamesonpace7262 ай бұрын
I'm torn, 100hp, DCT & low seat are fine, but it's the ugliest UJM ever & now we need to worry about losing our clutches, like cars....
@blueheelerfriend84502 ай бұрын
100% not for me either. 😊
@DifferentSpokesTV2 ай бұрын
Looks are so subjective. I think it’s head and shoulders above every other big ADV. The new BMW GSA is atrocious looking.
@ahsansaeed91032 ай бұрын
Same for me. The looks are bit different. The new BMW 1300 is amazing looking but too expensive....
@luiscardozo00002 ай бұрын
not even close 21 is a lot better
@gigi94672 ай бұрын
There is no doubt in my mind thay now days ppl are more posers than rider. These look offroad but they dont use them that way hell they dont even ride the , any real rider knows that if u want to tour these bikes are no it unless u want to look offroad, a rt1300, or any other sport tourer would do a much better job, hell even a cruiser, cant wait till this off road fad goes away