Honda Africa Twin, Top 10 Reasons To Buy...!

[@soldierboy425]

I've been obsessed with this bike since it came out. Bit the bullet last week and bought one. So far there are a few things I'm not crazy about. That being said. Out of almost 20 bikes I've owned. This is my favorite. I love this motorcycle!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

I am glad you got one, it is a great bike, I did a spoof on the 5 things I hate about this bike, got a lot of interesting comments, but I basically mention the 5 things the Tiger XCX acmes with and here in our state they are priced very close together. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you love your bike as much as we do. Thanks again my friend and have a blessed weekend. Dale

[@justinit4u345]

I bought the 2017 AT dct in 2019. sat at the dealer for 2 yrs+, nobody wanted her. I put the HEED crash bars on and the Honda paniers with, after the Dunlop's wore down Anekee Wild rubbers. She's my 11th bike and I couldn't agree with you more. Its 2021 now and have only seen 1 AT on the road in the Midwest, Chicago subs. The only thing is you have to be at least 5'-9" just saying. What a truly amazing, all around practical ADV bike this is! Just subbed and have blessed rides peeps!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Oh wow, sounds like you may have got a really good buy as well. Congrats my friend. Sorry for the long delay, I am not sure what happened. Thanks for watching and have a blessed week. Dale

[@LookattheBiggerPic]

...appreciate the matter of fact commentary on these ride alongs, I really don't mind longer vlogs as long as they are rich in info or diverse terrain riding... Nicely done!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

+LookattheBiggerPic thank you for your comments as well as for taking the time time watch. It is truly appreciated and I hope you have a blessed weekend.

[@joegelencser2571]

Awsome

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you so much my friend. Sorry for the delay, I am back now. dale

[@leoncelestinedave]

I know that I have posted really late here. I picked up a 2018 DCT in 2018. Your video helped validating the impression I had when I rode the bike. 92k kms later I have added a ton of stuff to the bike overtime that I needed which includes the tubeless wire spoke rims from the 1100 AT. The bike has been fantastic and is definitely staying with me for the long haul it’s been about 6 years and a few months and there has not been a moment where I felt the need to trade it in. I live in India (Bangalore) where the traffic is congested and chaotic but this is just a brilliant brilliant bike!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

I am glad it is working out so nicely for you, I moved and had to sell mine, finances would not allow me to get another one and I do miss it for sure, they are great bikes, thanks for stopping by and letting us know, I hope you have many more years of safe travels my friend. dale

[@leoncelestinedave]

@@Heartlanddualsportthanks a ton! Hope you get one soon!

[@macwalen]

Loved your review. Thank you.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you very much for taking the time to watch and comment it is a great bike. Thank you and have a blessed weekend. Dale.

[@diegogarrido2335]

I was on the market for a KTM or BMW adventure bike.. At the End of the day I couldn't sell my sorted out Moto Guzzi Quota 1100 to get one.. I bought an Aafrica Twin Two weeks ago.. I love it!! My math is 2 great bikes are better than one great bike.. Now I can share the riding experience!!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Diego Garrido oh man. I so agree. Two great bikes are always better then one. Congrats on your new AT. What color and which one did you get. DCT or manual. Either way. Your gonna love it. The more I ride mine the more and more I love it as well. Thanks for stopping by and commenting. It is appreciated. I hope you have a blessed weekend my friend.

[@ajam5289]

The Engine on the Africa Twin has been used by Honda for many years. And that is not bad. I had a Honda Varadero in Dubai back in 2007. It had the same engine. Very reliable great bike and I am so glad Honda decided to use it in the Africa twin. From your video. It just sound the same. Watch some video about the Varadero. It is almost the same.

[@ajam5289]

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[@Heartlanddualsport]

Oh wow, I didn't know that, than you for taking the time to watch and comment and sharing the information with us all. Thank you and I hope you have a blessed week. Dale

[@bobwal0404]

Thanks, this helped me decide and i just bought a used 2018 DCT and love it. I have already done some longer road trips and as a retired 75 year old plan on going much more on gravel roads here in the Western Cape of South Africa in the future. GREAT BIKE! I only ride Honda's because they last forever!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

That is great news, thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and keep us posted on your adventures, sorry for the delay in replying,. Thanks again and have a blessed and happy new year. dale

[@dantheman6931]

Awesome vid! Now I just have to convince Wifey we need this asap!!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

hehehe, thank you sir, thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope she sees it the same way we do hehehe. Thanks again my friend and have a blessed week.

[@MONTMAX]

Just bought the Africa twin Trading my nc750 Happy Thanks for the video Made me.happy about my new purchase

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Oh man, congrats on the new bike my friend, you are going to love it. I know how much I love mine. Keep me posted and safe riding my friend. Have a blessed week.

[@apkn1955]

Wow, glad I checked this out. What a great job man. Thanks !

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you, Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed week.

[@bernardbuhrs8639]

The rusting with the spokes was a quality issue with the supplier. This was reviewed and and corrected.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

I got lucky. Mine never did really rust or change colors like a few folks were having issues with. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed day. Dale.

[@MotoGirl]

Absolutely beautiful bike. I was looking at them this past weekend at the motorcycle show here in Toronto and didn't realize how big they are, great video!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you young lady, I am glad you enjoyed it. Yes mam, it is a pretty good size bike, it should pull me anywhere I want. I am super happy and feel blessed to have one. It is the best bike for me that I have ever had. Fits me to a tee and my riding style and what I am wanting to do with the on - off road both type riding styles. Thanks so much for watching and commenting and I hope you have a blessed week young lady. Y'all stay warm up there and keep up the fun stuff on your channel.

[@mcridr08]

Very well done. I just sold my 2013 Triumph 800XC and the replacement will be Honda's CRF1000L. The 800 was a great bike but the dealer network continues to get smaller and smaller due to Triumph's guidelines to be a dealer. I Have watched most of your informative AT videos and look forward to more. Keep up the great work.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

+Richard Loucks oh thank you very much for the support my friend. I truly appreciate it. I really was leaning on the XCX but the dealers across the range I plan to ride caused me some worries. Thanks for sharing your thoughts with me on the subject as well. I am glad you enjoyed the videos and I hope you have a blessed week my friend. Keep me posted and again thank for all the support and kind words my friend.

[@irishflyer6377]

I like your pick of bikes, I’ve got the same in the UK, a DRZ400 for trails and the Africa Twin for longer or more road trips. Thank you for sharing

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Ha, that is awesome, sorry for the delay, I am not sure what happened, I just now see the comment, thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed week. Dale

[@thomasgorre9285]

I have family in Enid, Oklahoma. I also am waiting on my 2017 Africa Twin.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

h sweet, that is a fun Part of the state, i have not been up there in a while, Which one (color) did you get or order, I love love love mine. I am sure you will too. FUN stuff, Hey there is the First annual AT rally in Winterset Iowa at the end of this Month, Frank (Woodzmand) and I will be going up there, if you have yours by then, you can join us and go up with us if you want to.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

If you are on FB, pull it up,, Inaugural Africa Twin Rally,

[@jennydiazvigneault5548]

I like your videos. They give a lot to think about and are un-biased. I live in Northern Alberta. Its not so far from the Alaska highway. I also like Honda for their reliability and availability of dealers and parts. I would love to take much longer trips. I am on call during summers most of the time so it puts a limit on how far I can ride my Goldwing. One day, I hope, I will get that cross-continent trip in.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you very much, I appreciate the kind words. I agree, the Honda is a huge perk when buying a bike, especially if a person plans to go into other areas. Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed week my friend.

[@arizonadualsport2590]

Plus a whole lot more to love about them...!!! I want one too !!!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Yes sir, I am super happy with this bike, I am blessed to have it. It is my most favorite bike to date and I have had some really nice ones, it is the best fit for me and what I want to do with a bike I guess is a better way to say it. Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed week my friend.

[@rohrjewelry]

Nice video, I live north a little of you in Newton ks. I agree, I bought 2018 twin with dct couple months ago I was also looking at the triumph and the KTM 1090 all good bikes, still deciding what settings I like best

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Oh man congrats. That’s a fun bike. I really loved this one. It is a great bike. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed week. Dale.

[@rjwildlove]

I enjoyed the video. I am still thinking on getting another bike, but I am cheap...thus why I am riding a KLR now. hehehe When you mentioned the spokes, I thought you were going to say they loosened up. The Yamaha is what I have been eyeing up and I know there are been people saying the spokes loosened...again some say they have and some say no problem. Great video! Ride safe my friend!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

+rlove2bike yeah. I have checked mine a few times. I have not had problems with them loosening some people are saying discoloring and or rusting. So not sure. I am sure in time they all will but who knows. You know my thoughts on the KLR. It is a wonderful and proven adventure bike that won't break he bank and to this day probably still has more smiles per hour than any other bike made. Thanks again for watching and commenting my friend. I appreciate you and I hope you have a blessed week my friend.

[@iRidetas]

Awesome review. My wallet is fighting to get out of my pocket right now...the adjust ability and lower seat height and lowered seat would be awesome for my cough cough shorter stature and would provide all the benefit of a bigger bike without the difficulty of the triumph or the BMW. Beautiful bike and my two honda's are both SO reliable!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

+iRide tas yes sir. I know the feeling. It is a fun bike and worth it if the budget allows for it. Thank you so much for all your support. Watching and commenting means the world to me. Thanks again my friend and I hope you have a blessed week.

[@markgunnison]

Great update review.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you very much sir, I am super happy with this bike overall, I am still working on twerking it and making it mine, but I am getting closer to being done, time and money hehehe and more money than time hehehe. Thank you sir and I hope you have a blessed week my friend.

[@ziruk-king4466]

Very informative

[@Heartlanddualsport]

+high-mt-wyoming thank you so much for taking the time to watch and comment. Thank you so much and I hope you have a blessed week my friend.

[@vivianbebee6097]

Nice video. I really appreciate the voice-over commentary. Trying to understand someone's comments with helmet buffeting is almost impossible. I do agree that it would be very nice to have cruise control on the African Twin, but it wouldn't be a deal breaker. It's a little cold in Vermont (2 degrees F at 11:00) for any test rides, but am really looking forward to comparing the Honda to the 650 Vstrom in the spring. Key issue would be how comfortable the passenger position is. The reviews look good, but my wife's posterior will be the final 'judge'. I'd like to see more review of two-up touring, if they're out there.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you sir, sorry for the delay, I am always running behind. My wife has Scoliosis, so she does not ride with me very much, she cant handle the position of pretty much any bike for very long so I would not be a good one to ask on the passenger seating. I will say this, it is not too bad, and she had a good time, but she didn't go on any longer rides with me do to the limitations. Thanks for watching and have a blessed week my friend.

[@vegasbattleborn1594]

Such a beautiful bike. Thanks for this derailed review. Love your videos 👍

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Than you young lady, Thank you so much for all your positive support and I hope you are having a blessed week. Thanks again, I appreciate you young lady.

[@bernardbuhrs8639]

Thanks for this review and all you're modest thoughts on the bike and a great point on Honda and the dealerships, reliability. I'm hoping to buy a AT adventure this year. Not sure yet if a manual or a DCT. Safe travel to all!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Oh man. I think they manual and the auto both have fun to offer. So either one will be a blast to have. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed weekend. Dale.

[@Woodzman]

Lots of fun my friend ! I think keeping the spokes clean and using protectant on them may help also. I use the Honda Pro Spray or the Maxima SC1 after every wash on the whole bike.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Twisty said his looks bad, Mine look fine, not sure what the deal is with the ones who are having problems with theirs. Thanks for watching and commenting and I hope you have a blessed week my friend.

[@cmmoto]

They are both great bikes for touring…cool review

[@Heartlanddualsport]

+CM MOTO thank you very much my friend. I have been working on this one for a while. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed week my friend.

[@gustwowheeling7337]

Those are some good reasons, HDS. Thanks for sharing, be safe my friend.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you sir, It was a fun video to make, been working on it for a while. Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed week my friend.

[@bavneetbrar6969]

Thanks for posting. Really enjoyed getting the information. Am more educated now on ATs. Also very nice of you to answer everyone’s questions. Now - unlike our local BMW dealership where we can demo the GS. Honda does not seem to have anywhere to test ride these. My only question is how tall are you ? I found the BMW GS adventure a bit too big. I am 5’ 11”. And I remember back in the day the honda XR 600s sat very tall too.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Here is my two cents, The auto has been out for a while, they put the first one in the nx700 several years ago and everyone is still going along for the most part with no issues, if I had it to do over or if I was looking at a 2018 I would go with the auto tranny, I think it would be a fun bike, but either way, it would be a fun bike the auto would make the rough off road easier to tackle not messing with the clutch. I am 6 foot even, so I think you would stand over the bike just fine since its seat is somewhat adjustable, I left mine in the high position and it is roughly an inch higher than the low position, so the low should work just fine and you may even find the high would work out better if you are doing a lot of transition from sitting to standing. Let me know what you end up doing and I hope you have a blessed week my friend. Dale

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Sorry, I just realized I read two comment and answered both at the same time, I know I am goofy but I think I answered yours as well.

[@stevenf67]

Hi there. I had issues with my spokes they tarnished really bad after about 400 miles and I didn't ride it in the bad weather or in salty conditions and always cleaned the bike well after use and blown dried I took it to Honda and was told no problem we will take some pics and put a warranty claim in and good to there word I received two new wheels yes full set and they replaced left hand control gear at the same time I couldn't say enough I had great service I think the spokes had very poor coating on the early ones . Great vids Thanks for sharing ride safe and hope to see that big Alaska run 😀👍 Steven

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you for your feedback and sorry for the delay, comment got lost somehow. ? Thank you and have a blessed weekend. Dale

[@ozjohnno]

Nice Video, I woundnt mind one myself although the cost about $16000 here in aussie dollars. The only thing that worries me about the africa twin is the weight. I have a crook back and would find it difficult to lift the bike. This is why I have a 2007 DR650 which is farkled to the hilt.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you sir, I am pretty happy with this bike, it still is one of my most favorites I have ever owned and pleased I got it. Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and comment, it is appreciated. Thanks again and have a blessed week.

[@coyote102076]

I love 'em. Just can't justify paying nearly as much for a bike as I did my new Jeeplet. LOL I win the lottery, then I will buy several and give them out as gifts to my motovlogging friends ;-) Good review Dale!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

I understand completely, I was blessed to be able to make it work out for us here as well so I get it. Thank you so much for all your support and I hope you have a blessed week my friend. Keep up the fun videos you are making my friend.

[@MrArjanOskam]

Still in doubt between cheaper 2016 model and the more expensive 2018 Adventure Sport edition.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Yes sir. I understand. There is pros and cons to both. Keep us posted on what you decide. Thanks for watching and I hope you have a blessed week. Dale.

[@texassledder]

Always enjoy your videos. If you make the US loop or head to Alaska, it would be awesome if you come through MN! We have places to stay and also might be able to get in some fishing if you have time!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Oh wow, thank you so much, that actually sounds pretty aweomse, Thank you so much for the invite and I will definitely keep that in mind, thank you so much and i hope you have a blessed week my friend.

[@HawkGirlMistyV]

Great list, it's hard to beat a Honda! :)

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Yes mam, thank you for taken the time to watch and comment, I truly appreciate you and I hope you have a blessed week young lady. See y'all soon. :)

[@stephtraveler7378]

Hurray for those that did not take the bait and buy... Version 2 releasing in 2020 is so much better. Kinda feel bad for those that got prior models.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

I agree, they have done a lot to the new bikes, they have gone way up in price since the release of this one as well. Thank you so much for your feedback and I hope you have a blessed weekend dale

[@james82744]

Very informative, for those that may be looking at this bike :-) Never really thought about the support you may need if something needed repaired. Compared to the other bikes such as BMW GS. good point..... Take it easy...

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you sir, that is the main reason I went with Honda over the Triumph, I still think they are all great bikes and built to last, but if a guy was to have a problem in the middle of nowhere, it would be me hehehe. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment and I Hope you have a blessed week my friend.

[@crjmoto]

I appreciate the feedback/ updates. I'm pretty sure there'll be an AT in my stable someday

[@Heartlanddualsport]

+crj moto you are very welcome my friend. It is a great bike and I only picture it getting better in time. Honda seams to really care and listen to what riders want. I can picture this bike being around for many more years. Thank you sir for taking the time to comment and I hope you have a blessed week my friend.

[@texaslonestarrider]

Got me sold! Sounds like great reasons! Are you going to the international motorcycle show in Dallas this year? Fantastic video Dale and Thanks for sharing my friend!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you sir, Oh man, I need to look at eh date on it, I was thinking about it the other day, but nor sure. I will holler at you if we do head down there this year. Thank you so much for watching and commenting and I hope you have a blessed week my friend.

[@StimpysGarage]

Still mulling over going ADV in the first place. My original thinking was to get an AT and pile on some luggage including a tent and sleeping bag and haul out deep into the boonies, just me, my motorbike, and a camera. Now with my CRF250L (my dirt trainer since I had no significant experience riding a motorbike on dirt) I'm thinking to just keep my cheap cruiser for around town and my CRF250L for my adventures. When I want to go for a long haul, I'm already planning on getting a trailer for my AWD car (a Subaru) to get across the state and up to the edge of the backwoods vicinity, and take the CRF250L from there. Other than potential for car theft this seems like a more pleasant yet equally entertaining getaway plan than hauling an AT for hours. Sorry, just thinking out loud ..

[@StimpysGarage]

On second thought, I just had the vid paused at 9:06 and was thinkin, man, I love the open road on a motorbike.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Oh no you are good my friend, there is always pros and cons to all the bikes out there, I still have the DRZ for just that, I can haul it on the front of my camper if we are taking a family vacation or what ever and then since I live in the center of the state, I can ride to all four corners in a day trip on the AT with out my legs going numb from the DRZ, and enjoy a lot more of our state and see a lot more. plus it will do just as good on the dirt roads and what not that is does on the back roads. Thanks for watching and commenting and I hope you have a blessed week. Subaru, that is on my list, after I get my truck paid off in the next couple of years, I am gonna buy one of those. I think they make an awesome vehicle and it is def on out list of things to purchase. Thanks again for watching and commenting and I hope you have a blessed week my friend.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Yes sir, I hear ya, and the back roads with the bags and tent loaded on make it even funner. Thanks again my friend and have a blessed week. I am still working on my luggage for this bike, should have something somewhat soon. Thanks again my friend and have a blessed week

[@TheZakkmylde]

Does anyone have experience on the difference of the riding position of the standard vs the adventure sports models ? Can’t decide which model would be more comfy

[@Heartlanddualsport]

I was hoping someone might answer, but guess not. I have no other experience with the adventure sport models so I cant say. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed week. Happy new year. dale

[@PhatCruiser]

Great, comprehensive review. Biggest problem for me with adventure and dual sport kind of bikes is seat height. I'm a short ass so I'm guessing that adjustable seat height would come in handy for me.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Yes sir, My buddy Joe who bought the Blue XCX that you see is some of our videos, has the same problem. That is one thing That Triumph has done, they do make a shorter bike, it is the same bike other than it is much short, less ground clearance obviously, but it puts some people in a good size dual sport they can actually touch the ground on. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed week my friend. Honda offers an additional seat that is lower than the stock one, lowers the seat hight almost 2" with out loosing ground clearance. So that might be an option for you as well.

[@PhatCruiser]

Heartland Dual Sport it's funny you should mention Triumph because I just watched a video about just that bike you're referring to. so many options to look at. Thanks so much for the additional information. Cheers!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Oh man, make no mistake, it is a wonderful bike, I still love that bike and I know my buddy Joe who bought one this past summer loves his. I don't think Joe will ever ride to Alaska and or way out west, but it is still such an awesome bike. You can talk with AZ Desert Dog, he has one as well and as far as I can tell he loves his as well. He may be able to answer any question a guy may have about the triumph as well. Good guy if you haven't checked out his channel. Thanks again my friend and have a blessed week.

[@czondag]

The AT has adjustable seat, and also Honda can deliver a lower seat for little people 😂

[@donthornton7528]

Love to go with you to Alaska with you and the guys

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Sorry for the delay been on vacation. No sir. My buddy who I was planning on going with Bailes out on me in tenn and I never made the trip due to not wanting to go it alone. Long way to go solo. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed week.

[@giannisgeorgiadis6083]

great video!! i am 2.05 m tall. do you believe that it will be a right choice for my size?

[@Heartlanddualsport]

I would go sit on one and or if you have a dealer who would let you test ride that would be even better. But yes I think it could potentially be a bike you would love to ride. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed week. Dale.

[@offroadtrailrider77]

Great video. How does the AT shift compared to ur DRZ? Was wondering if the shift throw is short like most dirtbikes or longer like the BMW? thx

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Im not 100% sure i understand if you are talking about he short gears or short shift position, so I will answer both the best I can since I have both bikes. The actual shifter on both bikes, I have replaced with lower shifters so I can wear the adventure boots that looks similar to the dirt bike boots, SIDI Adventure boots, if you are familiar with them is the ones I wear most of thee time when riding, so I put longer shift levers on both bikes. The DRZ is really tight gears more for road and shift is much quicker do to the dirt oriented bike. I have also Geared the DRZ down some by going with a bigger rear sprocket. Helps me for slow rolling tight trails. The Honda has much taller gears in the gear box so it doe much better on the street and highway. I have not done very much trail riding on the AT as of yet, but it feels like it might be a hard fast for technical speeds to me on what little I have done. As Far as how they both shift, actual shifter position up and down even with the boots on, i never feel like my foot is out of whack and or pulling one especially far compared to the other, The Honda is a much smoother shift, less clunky feel to it over the DRZ,. Not sure if I answered your question the way you were asking it or not, Hope this helps and Thank you so much for watching and commenting and I hope you have a blessed week my friend.

[@davidjermy2524]

Do you get buffeting from the screen . I’ve recently changed my helmet to a Shoei Neotec 2. The I was a little deaf on reaching home with the horrible noise even with earplugs. Love the bike , but must sort this out.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

They make a deal to help eliminate buffeting that goes up by the gas tank. I did order one but it didn’t make it before my trip to tenn. So yes under certain head winds it’s no fun. But the mayor out of the time I don’t find it being to big of a problem with my helmet. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed weekend. Let me know if you do find a good fix that works for you.

[@Eldofarmboy]

I'm a motocrosser currently riding a KLR650 as my dual sport/adventure bike but it's time for something newer. I love getting psycho on the trails and at my local OHV park from time to time on my way home from work and I love doing wheelies and a bit of canyon carving. Is this a good option for my aggressive riding style or is there something else out there that might be suited to a whackado like me?

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Im not as skilled as some riders, but I watched several do some pretty awesome stuff with this bike at March Moto Madness this past spring. it is a lot of bike and you will have a lot of fun with it if you decide to get one, I honestly cant picture this bike not being able to go anywhere you have taken the KLR, only difference is if you fall over, the KLR is cheaper on parts, I have had a KLR as well, and this bike is a dream, if you get one, you wont be disappointed Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and Ihope you have a blessed week my friend.

[@Eldofarmboy]

Thanks for the info. I love my 2012 KLR but over the time I've had it I've put a disgusting amount of miles on it and the frame finally cracked last month so it's time for a new toy and I was torn between this and a newer KLR. Price of parts isn't really an issue for me because I'm sponsored by my local shop so the only thing I have to worry about is how the bike performs and from your info it definitely seems like a very viable option. Thanks for the video. I'll be sure to like and sub!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Oh man, you have put the ole KLR through its paces if you have cracked the frame, sad for it, but Good for you, I hope you didn't get hurt, Oh sweet, I am not sponsored, that is what took so long for me to get this bike up to par, where I wanted it to be ws working saving working saving etc. So good for you, Keep me posted on what you get my friend. Thanks again and thanks for the like and sub, I hope you have a blessed week.

[@kyjelly5524]

Does this bike have different modes like the ktm? Like sport, standard, rain, off road? I know you said it has torque settings. But the ktm has an off road mode that has abs in the front and not the back. Seems like a great setting.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

This one has the different setting but the KTM is in a different league all together. The KTM is more of a true offload beast, this is probably a better bike to take the black top to where you want to ride, but the KTM would be better once you get there. Thanks for taking them time to watch and comment and truly sorry for such long delay. I lost some of my notifications. Thanks again and have a blessed week. Dale

[@Brad-RB]

I have narrowed it down to the Triumph 800 XCX and the Africa Twin as well. Did you actually get to ride both bikes?

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Sorry for the delay in answering you, this got put in the possible spam for some reason. I have not officially riden the XCX. My buddy who is in several of the videos has one and he loves it, I am sure he would let me ride it if I wanted, I have not asked him and to be fair he is a short stature guy and he bought the one that is shorter from the factory, so I have never asked him. I do plan on getting with him when the weather allows and we are going to do a head to head video of the tow bikes side by side in various conditions. I will say this, I have studied the bikes enough, that I am sure you would be happier with either one and I would not be afraid to buy either one both are very similar an both have pros and cons depending on what you will be doing the most of, and that is an answer you have to ask yourself, noone can answer it for you, then go with the one with the more pros on what you plan on doing the most of with your next bike. Thanks again for taking the time to watch and comment and again sorry for the delay, it got put in my spam folder for some reason and I cant answer those from my phone, I have to be on a computer to even find them. Thanks again, good luck on your new bike and keep me posted on what you get, Have a blessed week my friend.

[@evo177b3]

Excellent video Im thinking of buying a new bike. Im a new to bikes. Is The AT an Easy bike? Options no The table are super tenere, gs1200, triumph explorer or suzuki vstrom. What do U Think. Thanks. From PORTUGAL

[@Heartlanddualsport]

The AT is an easy to read bike, Since you have named so many, my suggestion would be go ride all the ones named if the shops will let you test ride them. Go with the one that will best fit your budget and needs, all the bikes have pros and cons and it would be hard for me to say which one will fit you best not knowing your experience or intended use. The AT is a very good bike for the price point. The flip side, the GS1200 is an awesome bike but twice the money here in the US. so Not sure what you want or need to do with yours, back roads, old highways, some single track and double track this bike does great specially for the money. keep me posted on what you get and have a blessed weekend.

[@evo177b3]

Heartland Dual Sport Thanks for The feedback. Im new to bike world, but a experienced car Driver. Almost 1.500.000 km Drive experience. My intention is to use The bike comuting, some trips with two friends around in weekends and ocasionally some gravel roads. Ive been told The OTHER bikes i refer are a bit Heavy, and That IT Could be a big jump for me. Thanks

[@Heartlanddualsport]

If you are really new to motorcycles, look at the Honda AT with the Auto transmission, I bet it would fit the bill for you and the type of riding you are describing this bike would be a good fit for your riding.

[@Dan-qp1el]

Nice video

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you very much. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed week.

[@tofi5082]

Hallo Heartland Dual Sport,I think, it's really a great video. What do you think about the Africa Twin with DCT?

[@Heartlanddualsport]

+Thomas Fiebig oh man. I thought think the DCT would bea great one as well. I wanted one of the first AT in our country and paid a deposit on first available. I am super happy with my manual tranny but I know the people who have the DCT are just as happy. Thanks so much for watching and commenting. I appreciate you and I hope you have a blessed weekend my friend.

[@endurofordaboys1768]

awesome

[@Heartlanddualsport]

+TD Bikes thank you sir. I appreciate you and I hope you have a blessed week my friend. Thanks again. I appreciate you.

[@jjustj]

nice job I love my DCT , P.S. Can I have that Africa Twin KLIM riding gear please? :)

[@Heartlanddualsport]

+jjustj thank you sir. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment and I am glad yours is doing great as well. I think I can see myself having one with the DCT as well one day. I love these bikes. Thanks again my friend and have a blessed week.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

+jjustj hehehe that is some really nice gear. I am supper happy with it. Thanks again my friend and have a blessed week.

[@stefangerber4415]

What I've heard on the spokes is that it was on the previous twin. Honda have changed the spokes on the new ones.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

I agree, I think i got lucky with mine, they never have rusted. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and I Hope you have a blessed week. Dale

[@razlan99rz]

Hi.Heartland...how ur opinion about riding it at high speed,let say 180kmh,is it comfortable?

[@Heartlanddualsport]

I don't know how to cover from mph to KPH, but I have had no issues at 80 mph passing a truck or whatever in a safe passing zone. Thank you for watching and commenting and I hope you have a blessed week.

[@razlan99rz]

Heartland Dual Sport 180kmh is 111mph

[@Heartlanddualsport]

heheh, yeah, I can answer that, never had my bike that fast so who knows?

[@wildone2163]

why do you think triumph tiger wouldn't handle well Alaska trip?

[@Heartlanddualsport]

+Wild One I think it would be a great bike to take there. I have emphasized the fact there are more dealers all over the world than Triumph dealers. But by no means and I saying that the XCX wouldn't be a good choice. It has cruise control and would make the long days of road riding easier. I mentioned in the video the Honda is a better choice for me due to the fact there is more dealers for service. I think the XCX bike is an awesome bike and it was the only bike I was debating when I decided to go ahead and get the AT. Now I do have a friend whom had an issue on his it took a while to get him some parts. He warned me of that. But either way. I know it's a reputable bike and one I would be proud to own. Again this video is basically talking about everything the XCX comes with the AT don't for essentially the same money. If you are debating getting an XCX you might talk with Arizona Desert Dog. He has one and can give you first hand knowledge of the bike. Thanks again and have a blessed week my friend.

[@MrGus4440]

I have been riding BMW GS's since 1993. I'm on number 4 now, 2015 GSA. I may be in the minority but I've not had any major problems and have put lots of miles on them. They have never been to the shop for repair and I do all the services. The boxer is easy to service. So my question is how is the major service on the AT? Like valve clearance checks and adjustments? Do you do it yourself? Or pay the dealer? How about removing wheels for tire repair? I like the AT but the main reason I traded my '09 GSA for the 2015 was cruise control but it is a much better bike too. The '09 only had 50,000 miles on it and looked and ran like new. Because I'm planning on retiring in about three years I will not spend that much money on another bike again. The AT price is affordable. But I won't pay a shop $100/hr + to do routine maintenance.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Sorry for the delay, I have been out of pocket workmen on another deal. The clearance, I doubt is something I personally can do, but if you are already familiar with it , I am sure you can do it just fine, Tires, I put them on myself, so its easy enough, probably the same as your GS, cruise, yes that would be nice, but I don't have it, I would keep my GS if I had one. This is a fun bike for the budget minded rider who wants to do some road trips, but the GS is the best there is,. Just not in my budget.

[@jimnc3335]

Would this bike work for someone over 6' around 260 lbs?

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Most definitely, it is a tall bike from the factory, I am 6' and woulnt mind being a hair taller on this bike. If you find you will be doing a lot of off road, I would recommend you take your bike to a suspension person. I am lucky enough to have one not too far from me, he put in stiffer springs front and rear for me since I carry a lot of junk when I am on my adventures. This is helpful but not always needed. Lots of folks never do dial in the suspension on bikes like this, if you do it will perform better for you. Thanks and have a blessed week. Dale

[@jimnc3335]

Heartland Dual Sport awesome, thanks for the tip. I'm test riding one today

[@Heartlanddualsport]

How did the teat ride go my friend. Keep me posted if you don't mind. thanks again and have a blessed week.

[@Alaskandualsport]

hey buddy ( ALASKA 2017) looks like I need to get me a african twin and meet you at the border If you have never been to Alaska ,( there's nothing like it ) great video ( time to sell my ninja ) lol ride safe my motorcycle brother ,,,liked ( thumbs up ) ALASKA 2017

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Oh man, I still hoping I can pull it off, my main buddy who was going with me, may not be able to make, it, It is still on the table but don't know for sure if I can pull it off. Still working on it though. Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed week my friend. Keep up the fun videos and have a blessed week.

[@SteelHorseman]

Honda!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

+The Steel Horseman yes sir. Gotta love Honda. Thanks for watching and sharing my friend. I appreciate you and I hope you have a blessed week.

[@thomasgorre9285]

what is the AT?, I live twenty minutes away from Winterset Iowa.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Just Short for Africa Twin, Sorry my bad, I should have typed it out, Oh sweet, well maybe if nothing else you can come by and meet up with us. I will be riding up there, 25th, coming back the 28th of this month.

[@thomasgorre9285]

My dealer says it should be here by then.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Sweet, I am not sure what your plans are and it may be too late, but if you get it in time and want to we would love to see you there. let me see if i can find the link I will add it here and it has the info on it, gonna be some cool people and cool prizes and what not so worth coming to and you know the area, I am sure you could help show some of us from out of town around and or join us as well wander around your neck of the woods. facebook.com/events/382310755442805/

[@thomasgorre9285]

Do you know where you'll be staying while in town?

[@Heartlanddualsport]

City Park in Madison County is all I know, I have been told this is where we will be amping etc. So I imagine there will be a good number of us, if you are on FB, you can message me on there and we can figure out a way to meet up when i get there pending cell phone service. When i got to TN to March Moto Madness, the area we camped had not cell phone service hopefully we don't have that same problem in the park. But that will be the easiest way to get ahold of us I would think..?

[@Brad-RB]

Can you tell me where your Africa Twin is made?

[@Heartlanddualsport]

I understand that is is made in Japan and assembled and shipped to the US. I hope this helps. Thanks and have a blessed week my friend.

[@Brad-RB]

It does. I have learned just recently that a lot of motorcycle manufacturers are sub contracting other companies to build their bikes in other countries. For example the BMW F 800 GSA is actually made by Rotax (BRP) in Thailand. I work in manufacturing and my experience with this type of subcontracting is that quality usually suffers. It's nice to know that Honda is keeping the build quality under their control.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Oh wow, I didn't know that about the BMW, I know or well we was all told here this past year the AT was suppose to be here state side in the spring, it was late and we were all told because of the devastating earth quake in Japan, so I just figured it was still being made in Japan, I had not heard about some of the others being made in other countries. Good Information and I appreciate you taking the time to share that with us and I hope you have a blessed week my friend. Thanks again.

[@twistygrip4180]

My spokes look like crap!!!!!!! Especially the rear. Garage kept, always clean, never really offroad.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Interesting, well crud my friend, I hate to hear that, so maybe there is something to it. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed week my friend.

[@iSlanderEST]

Mine are OK. Just saw the bike last week (I keep it in the garage I don't have access to during the winter) and first thing I checked were the spokes

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Good news my friend, yeah, mine are fine as well. Not sure why, But I know TwistyGrip lives by the ocean and I image the salt water air or whatever is way worse where he is then where I am. I am long way away from any of that.

[@iSlanderEST]

I live by the sea too, but the air isn't as salty as the ocean air

[@czondag]

That's my biggest concern before i buy one... maybe i would order excel rims when i buy one... look for "Haan Wheels" the good stuff from the netherlands... beautiful rims.

[@hishamuddinkassim8778]

An Okie from Muskogee?

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Ha, thanks for the feedback my friend. dale

[@rogermorello9910]

If Honda wire up a cruise control onto this machine and enlarge the fuel tank by about 4-5 litres im sold.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

I do agree, It could use both, Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and comment. I appreciate you and I hope you have a blessed week.

[@rogermorello9910]

Thanks bud, bless you too.

[@MagicAyrtonforever]

Roger Morello And make the seat more comfortable and add nav and and and... It's never gonna be a GS

[@rogermorello9910]

Maybe some dont want it to be like a GS. The beauty about bikes is that they are like women, they all have their enchantment, character and advantages and disadvantages..... but there again there are differences to women cos they dont get fatter, and you can ride them whenever you want hahaha.

[@trumpanzeehunter2559]

cruise control .+. training wheels +margarita fuel tank.= riding home from a bar got easier

[@rmgslc]

Pretty much every bike in uk I've seen has discoloured spokes. Mine from 250 dry miles from new. Still no upgrades from Honda

[@Heartlanddualsport]

+Rodney Mc caughey I have been lucky then. Mine still look good. But I have not rode it as hard as I plan to just yet either. Thank you for watching and commenting and I hope you have a blessed week my friend.

[@bernardbuhrs8639]

I suggest you take it up withthe agency or dealer. This was a quality issue with the supplier of the spokes. I've seen comments where the dealership swapped out the spokes for the improved ones.

[@ch-ir8ld]

do yourself a favor and watch this on 1.5x speed

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed week. Dale

[@IdahoDualSport]

I'm not sure that bike will make it to Alaska, you'd better upgrade to a KLR650... or 2 or 3 KLR650's haha... If you come through Idaho I might have to take a leg of the trip with you for a day.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

+LowlySteward oh man. Yes sir. Not 100% sure as of yet. My main riding buddy may not be able to make it. I will make it there eventually so if not this year maybe next. But either way yes sir. I plan to make up your way sometime and ride with you my f I end. I am looking forward to that day. Thanks for watching and commenting and I hope you have a blessed week my friend.

[@icykiogz68]

My wish is before I die is how I can acquire a Honda African twin. Am an adventure fun but the bike I have is only 200cc. Am currently looking for someone who can help me get one. Hoping I will get that one person. I just want a used one.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you for your feedback and sorry for the delay, comment got lost somehow. ? Thank you and have a blessed weekend. Dale

[@icykiogz68]

@@Heartlanddualsport it's OK as long as you replied. Trying to save and get a bigger bike a second hand but 600cc and above.

[@Alaskandualsport]

HAve you seen honda's new self balancing bike

[@Heartlanddualsport]

I did see it on FB, pretty cool stuff. I wonder how far out they are on a actually delivery of the bike. Thanks for taking the time tow watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed week my friend.

[@WheelsNotHeels]

Really enjoyed this. Also, really loving those crash bars that were made for you. I tried the link for flatlandsracing but it wouldn't load. Glad you're enjoying the AT...it is one bad-ass bike. That water crossing scene just makes my butt-cheeks clinch; it's amazing how well the AT handled that!!! If I'd had this when I fell on the ice/snow last month, I probably would not have fallen. I hope you get to do the Alaska trip...that would be so awesome to watch. Have you ever rented a bike in the South, like Atlanta? Was thinking about doing that when I visit my sister in a few months but it's expensive & some of the reviews aren't that good plus you just don't know if you can trust them to have the bike ride-ready for being out by yourself.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

I am happy you enjoyed it, it makes it funner to do all the work involved in a video like this when people enjoy it. Thank you for that, I appetite you. Yes mam, to be honest with you, it was so slick there when we stopped at the waters edge my boots were slipping on the moss covered concrete, and then I got to thinking how in the world am I going to be able to ride to alas if I cant cross one little water crossing heheh, so I went for it. Thank you, I am so excited to have this bike, best one I have ever had and I have had some good ones over the years, but best fit for me and my riding I should say. No mam, I have never rented a bike, I am like you and I don't know the I could trust a rental bike, but then again, if it means you can get out and clear your mine it may well be worth the effort. I will post the link again for you, he mainly sells stuff for the dir bikes like the DRZ and actual dirt bikes, not enduros, but he does make good stuff. Yes mam, I still think about your crash and it scares me, It sure could have happened on this water crossing with a bike that didn't have the traction control. Thank you os much for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you are doing OK young lady. I hope you have a blessed week.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

www.flatlandracing.com

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you so much on the crash bars as well, I did a photo shoot of a guys bike a while back and I knew my buddy had done the powder coating on the bike I was shooting, when I seen his red wheels, I was like what color is that and my wife was asking the same thing at the same time and I called Harold and said, Hey I am bringing you some parts I need powder coated Lolly Pop Red hehehe. Good time, thank you mam, I am excited and it don't look like everyone else Africa Twin with the silver or Black crash bars and components.:) Kinda adding a splash of color and making it mine.

[@MarcioMoreiraMoreira]

salve salve meu brother passando pra deixá aquele super like meu amigo mais um escrito se possível dá uma olhada no meu canal

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you so much, I hope you have a blessed week my friend.

[@oklahomahank2378]

I have the Nc700 and kind of wish I had waited for the Africa Twin. Some NC owners have traded for the twin. Is it reasonably comfortable on air flow at highway speeds? I know what you mean about riding to find a fun ride. I used to live in Norman. I live near Grand Lake now, and I am slowly putting together a series on rides in this area. kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5vXaJqNfpqtn6c

[@Heartlanddualsport]

I am very pleased with this bike, I just got back from March Moto Madenss, rode out there and back, on a long trip like the one I got back from yesterday, a hair over 1000 miles, I would not have minded a hair bigger than stock wind screen, but for what I do most of the time the wind screen works just fine, long trips, I would maybe get one larger. Oh Sweet, that is a pretty area you moved too, I am south moore area, still okc, but at the bottom towards more, you know how this area is, so that is where I am. I will definitely check it out and thanks for sharing it with me my friend. thanks again and I hope you have a blessed week.

[@richmoto1]

Tubeless rims, c'mon Honda! Grrr.....

[@HeartlandMakesAndOutdoors]

I agre, that would be a nice touch as well, I am so old school and used to tubes that I didn't event think about it, but yes sir, you are 100% correct, that would be a terrific add to this bike as well. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment, I appreciate you my friend. and I hope you have a blessed weekend my friend.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you for your feedback and sorry for the delay, comment got lost somehow. ? Thank you and have a blessed weekend. Dale

[@Gantzz321]

#1 reason to never own one, automatic transmission. nothing else matters.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you for the feed back. Sorry for the delay, not sure how I missed this one. Dale

[@marki61422]

Big mistake which i'm sure you've now found out,,should have bought a Triumph

[@Heartlanddualsport]

I totally Agree the Triumph is and was a top contender when I bought this bike, if watch our video the things I hate about the Africa Twin, you will notice everything I mention comes stock on the Triumph. However, when making my final decision, I was planning a trip to Alaska, When you go west, the further west you go, there is fewer dealerships, A good friend who has been there several times warned me of some mechanical failures he had and the lack of dealerships was a huge issued and delay in his trip. But your right, if I had planned on staying mostly in my home state, it would have been no questions asked, a triumph. Thanks so much for taking the time to watch and comment. Thanks again and have a blessed week my friend Dale

[@stefangerber4415]

What I've heard on the spokes is that it was on the previous twin. Honda have changed the spokes on the new ones.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Yes sir, I heard the same thing, Mine never has rusted, I may have just got lucky. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and sorry for the delay in my reply Have a blessed week. Dale