HONDA | Xadv | 2021 | Is it ready for adventure ? | First impression

Here we have the brand new X-ADV adventure scooter\bike ... Is it any good ?
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[@LordDump1]

I've just got mine. I have been on two BMW GS' Adventure for fun and travel for 20 years and owned a Harley Road King Classic for 11 years as well so this seemed like a far departure from what I would normally enjoy. Been on just two rides and I already love everything about it. It is taller than I expected. I am 180cm and I am far away from having my feet flat on the ground. That and my riding position almost reminds me of sitting on my GS and I know this sounds strange because this is supposed to be a scooter. The comfort of the seat is great and so is the handling of the bike. Initially you have to remind yourself that there is no clutch and foot break but that quickly fades. I LOVE the transmission and already now I do not miss shifting at all. I like riding in standard and just manually shift down before a bend if the bike does not do that in a timely fashion. It does not interfere with the mode though and stays in automatic. The sports mode is great if you want to ride a bit faster and it downshifts well. Lots to figure about but so far it is one of the best motorbikes I have ever owned. Once it's decked out with cases and all other accessories on order I will take it on longer trips to the mountains. Great job on the Review Mr. Fish and great job Honda. BTW the guy at the dealership said IOS connectivity is supposed to be available soon . Let's hope for that. Safe Riding Everyone.

[@danclarke9378]

Hi Thomas, I know this is 1yr after your reply to Mr Fish but I’m now considering swapping from a GSA to one of these X ADV’s I’m just watching all the reviews at the moment and will hopefully be going on a test ride soon. Are you still the owner of a X ADV..? How have you found the swap from a GSA to an X ADV and have Honda sorted out the iOS connectivity yet..? Thanks Dan

[@phantombigballs8165]

@@danclarke9378 I've done the same swap had a 2020 for about a year don't miss the GS at all. It's great for my commute. The DCT is flawless. It's quick of the lights. I've just ordered a brand new one for March 23 so willnhave the TFT dash etc . Won't be going back. Done two 2 week long tours in Europe as well. Didn't miss a beat.

[@LordDump1]

@@danclarke9378, Sorry I just saw this. I am still riding the X ADV, both on frequent commutes in busy Taichung, Taiwan traffic as well as longer trips. I have the Honda cases plus Top Case and on a Round The Island trip the bike performed very well fully loaded up. It's not the fastest bike you will ever ride but it has enough power for me and enough torque. I was very skeptical of the DCT and now I don't want to ever shift through a clutch again. I ride it in "Standard" almost all the time and use the manual downshift before corners very often and automatically goes back to auto-shift which it does well and very reliably. I had to get used to the chain after riding 5 BMW's and one Harley during the last 25 years but don't have a problem with that. They do a great service here at the Honda dealership and I've only adjusted it once. I love the comfort and the handling of the bike and have not regretted the purchase once. To me it is the Best Allround bike I have owned.

[@paulchandler5004]

Just goes to prove Honda are not afraid to think outside the box and march to their own drum. Who'd have thought you could have so much fun on a crossover motorcycle/scooter/p2w.

[@paulbell927]

This is absolutely my guilty pleasure. I’m talking about the X-ADV by the way. Not you, it’s okay to show you some love 👍🏼

[@Mrfish2015]

😂

[@spmartin]

I have been watching and wanting this bike for years now. I even wrote Honda a letter requesting that they import the bike to the United States! I’m convinced that if they don’t make a move soon someone like Kymco will produce a clone of the bike because there is a desire for it. They did bring in an anemic version of the X-ADV that is nothing like the 750 version. I sometimes think Honda has his head up it’s arse.

[@th3m3du54]

I recently bought a used NC750X with the dct, but this continues to give me the fizz - one day...

[@Smith944]

Best motorcycle review on KZbin. 👍

[@Mrfish2015]

Thank you

[@peterreeve8663]

Looks like fun. Not something I’ve ever thought about having but as a fun all rounder I really get it. Thank you Mr Fish.

[@leifj653]

Love your energy in those reviews! I have the X-adv 2017 without traction control, I'm enjoying it very much.

[@SouthWest-jj8yu]

The right rider and parts for off road, look up Renato Zocchi Gibraltar race winner 2019 on the XADV, good review as usual👍

[@surikata1198]

Great review! I had a blast watching you having fun with the X-ADV. Anyone can tell you the specs of a bike but at the end of the day what I want to know is "Is it fun?" and you answer the question, no doubt about that. A pity you do not have more twisty roads up there.

[@vsadventures9402]

Great review 👍 like this exhaust sound! Greetings from New Zealand 🇳🇿

[@mikewatson361]

Always a joy to watch, even though that bike is not for me, I always watch riveted to the story. 🙌🏍👌🙏

[@brobertson536]

Mr Fish, thanks for the vid. Will need to get a go on one to compare with an AT for touring

[@der888]

You've sold me on this "bike"😉. It's practicality on and off road is just what I'm looking for- I'm no extreme offroader by any means lol. Great review, loved it!

[@clivehale397]

Well ....I've seen xadv reviews before but this one was well worth watching magic mate....

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks

[@makoshark17able]

Best in depth review this far on the new adv, well done! Have been waiting a long time for this.

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks

[@donky75]

Love the look and sound.

[@HumanityWillPrevail]

Just bought one on the strength of this review. It prompted me to go get a test ride and blimey! Awesome bit of kit. This does it all. Thanks Mr Fish. Loving your work

[@johnbaker9483]

Another great review. 👍Thank you Mr fish.

[@radmantommy8015]

Hi mr fish absolutely loveing the review on the new X-ADV an for shore if I had the money this bike would be my next purchase absolutely loveing the new update and the design of this bike glad you have done a new review on it 👍👍I will just have to start saving up 😁😁👌

[@keithsbitsandpieces]

Africa twin traded in ? ;) .. its great to see you back on form, Full blown chuckle mode Mr Fish , love it 😎

[@meljen8592]

I’ve been waiting for this one mr fish,cracking bike,cracking review,thank you.

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks

[@mickdavies9725]

Thanks for the great video mrfish 👍🏻

[@jmfreestuff73]

Really enjoyed this video! The pop up labels you put over the bike with the specs was a really nice touch. I am not a fan of scooters but this is definitely one I would consider if I wanted a scooter.

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks , always nice when someone notices lol

[@josemarkmendez120]

It fits my height too im 6'3"i love to have that soon..

[@joshbro99k96]

I'm an AT owner and a scooter owner. I'd defo have that in the collection for commuting and pootling.

[@Lutzfigo]

Just the review needed for my next bike

[@The_Arby]

Cool ride...Nice bike...Nice one Mr Fish :-) Happy Easter mate :-)

[@Sumpguard]

Best review I’ve seen on this bike. Nice work mate.

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks

[@telstales8976]

I actually bought the gen1 off the back of your first video on the X-ADV 2 weeks ago and i love it... i had a full system ready to go on before it was delivered 😁..sounds amazing and people's face when you come past them is hilarious 🤣. gotta say bud you deserve a lot more subscribers than you currently have..down to earth yet very informative..great content

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks mate , glad you like it

[@charlesboileau9007]

Brilliant review - thank you. I’m also 6ft 2. I took the forza and Xadv for a test tie yesterday abs bought the X-adv black. It just bought a huge smile to my face. I found it notes fun and more stable than the forza. Also didn’t like the wing mirrors on the Forza - felt they could get me in trouble on my 80mile daily round trip commute. I also love the potential to customise the Xadv. It drove great, looks great and was serious fun. 2 month waiting list so now got to be patient. Thank you for the review.

[@honda116969]

If you got your XADV how do you like it?? I just got an Africa twin DCT. I really like your bike tho! seem hella 🆒💯%

[@damienwade9156]

Best X ADV 750 review and I've seen them all. They are everywhere here in Thailand because half the roads are unsurfaced. Now I know why. Changing my CRF250 Rally for one of these. Many thanks dude 👍🏻🙏🏼

[@markbagnall7445]

Been riding for 45yrs, currently ride a KTM. I'll say it does have a couple of scooter features but, this is a motorcycle.

[@peterhobbs7609]

Great video fish, I think the bike looks excellent, think it will be a great tool to take across Europe for a bit of touring

[@arobjavan9481]

Great video, by the I love that click clock sound of the horse.

[@davidjermy2524]

Great review as usual Mr Fish, glad to see you’re back to give us much needed entertainment. Love these big scomo’s. the TMax is one you ought try. Thought that very good. Keep well. 👍

[@Mrfish2015]

I would , but Yamaha don’t seem to like youtubers lol

[@shabanmohammed9388]

Looks Fun ! Not really for anything heavy off roading but ideal for gravel and around town with touring potential

[@mpaddyuk70]

Just put a deposit down on this mate without a test ride hope it’s worth the wait and money 👍

[@dannydaley7673]

Looks like loads of fun mate

[@marcinpudlik8172]

Hello, I love this little bike, so much that I bought one the previous version as now you can get good deal on them mine was 7k with 1k on the clock top box heated grips and crash bars. And I can tell it gets lots of looks as is something different and not many you actually see on the road. Rides just perfect for the roads with max speed 70. Thanks for review great job! Ps old one is little bit faster we tested today. Lol

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

I sat on one of the old models in a showroom the other week. With my 33'' legs pulled back on the boards, it felt cramped. I agree about moving your feet about on the boards. I do it all the time on my Aerox 155.

[@lynsmith1096]

Another good review Mr Fish

[@rvail136]

This to me is the perfect marriage of a scooter, a motorcycle, and an adv bike. It's not intended to be a prefect off road bike...but then I don't want that. I want something that if I need to can go off road. A bike that can comfortably take me and my lady around the country side (even on the less traveled byways, that I'd hesitate to take on my Kawasaki Concours 14), yet is perfectly adequate on the freeway. I have the adv150, while it's a blast to ride locally and off road it's good, I can't hazard it on American freeways. I wish Honda would sell it here, I'd buy 2! One for me, and one for my fiance! EDIT: I live in the USA where this isn't sold. The nearest country where I can buy this is Columbia...then I'd have to have it shipped to Mexico...and ride it across the border. That's currently the only way you can bring this to the USA...that's sad. EDIT: "is it fun" off road, asks the man who is LAUGHING while splurging along trails. This bike ain't meant to be and Africa Twin. It's means for light of the beaten path riding.

[@twoaussiesandacanadian7115]

You were having way too much fun on the dirt Mr Fish. Looks like a ripper little bike😃

[@peterhobbs7609]

Nice one fish, great review, that looks a great little bike gotta be a contender for me

[@marcus577]

As soon as I hired this in Madeira Portugal for five days I wanted to buy it. But I wanted style so went for the Forza 750. Ordered the central locking top box. love it.

[@timscott3027]

I love the look of this bike, if only I had some cash to spaff away. One day I will pick one up, I used to take my old 125 scooter off road down dirt tracks, it actually handled it pretty well, I reckon most bikes and cars are better off road than most people think.

[@ianduncan325]

Cracking review. Seems like I’ll like my one when it comes. Changing from BMW f850gs that never went off road. Neither will this one.

[@Renegrade1852]

Great review. Looks like fun 👍

[@alfredpull]

I love your reviews. Keep them up. It’s very difficult here locally in Malta to get a decent test drive to try one, so watching your vids is very useful. Must admit I’m still thorn between an xadv 2021 or an AT dct. To be used as all rounder.

[@Mrfish2015]

I feel your pain lol

[@johnnysneds]

Awesome review, thanks for sharing!

[@rishrevsR13]

Yess sirrr

[@suspiciousdoge9yand104]

0:57 This bike just screams with authority. Outstanding motorcycle all the way.

[@3582jj]

Nice bike, pipe sounds great

[@MrAndrew1953]

What a brilliant, superbly featured, versatile bike if you want something that handle a variety of conditions. Add a top box, some fishing gear it'll take to enough places in reasonable comfort.

[@bobritter7197]

"There's not much more I can say about this side except it's like the other side. " 😅😅😅😅😅 This is what we're here for!

[@Mrfish2015]

Facts

[@markbright7845]

Gonna have to get a test drive. My NC750X DCT was a bit boring, but this looks fun.

[@russellbaker9459]

Every time I watch a good reaction video on this thing I am obliged to soapbox to Honda...Please bring it to Canada & take my money!

[@nigelwilkinson5079]

Hey. Greetings from Thailand. Waiting for delivery of this beauty in black colour due end of June. First batch in country I believe. Can’t wait. Perfect bike for exploring urban and rural Thailand. Yeehaa! Feels like Christmas as a kid 🤣🤣

[@Mrfish2015]

Nice one

[@deepjoyrides]

I think the adv could embarrass a few motorcycles. Another great review. Big up the 🐟 ✊

[@ronboe6325]

I feel strongly both ways - wish they would, glad they haven't - imported them to the States. Might have to get one. If I fit it.

[@marekhlina74]

great job! no 4K due to bloody Virgin slow upload?)))...would be great to see it in higher res...didnt miss cruise control?

[@bsalvis]

If they brought this to the US I would definitely buy one. I love my adv bike but this would probably make me want to sell it and the scoot and I'd be happy. I have nothing to prove and a "scooteresque" type bike with touring and mild off-road capabilities would be perfect for my needs.

[@jeffdavies688]

Great looking bike....seems to have everything on it.....I think my next bike might be a honda!!

[@mikaellindroos1594]

I,m 64y.o and have 2017 model 50000km no problems only fun .But you need to buy aftermarket footpegs,good for long rides.

[@Thegeordiemonkey]

Been after one for years but out my budget, ridden my mates 2019 model a bit but found it a bit lardy to throw about but i am just old n knackered now but the new version is gorgeous, i would be stuck on what colour as they are all lovely.

[@jerryyoung448]

Why won't Honda bring the X ADV, to the U.S., can't we have FUN, to???? Honda I will buy one yesterday, come on, just bring it and it WILL SELL, Jerry D.

[@mrwhiskym8818]

Ho there Mr Fish - it’s been a while - in fact right back to little big adventure or was it big little adventure - since then you ,we, us have been through a lot. If I follow everything correctly - you are a train driver who had something similar to a strake while driving the train - fecking scarey for u. Then I think u went through something of a hard time. Anxiety depression etc etc - Om just one guy in KZbin land but you have seriously impressed me with your positive outlook. U have defo got “ back on the horse” u have a very honest style and I think folks are drawn to that - your modest funny and courageous. Keep doing your thing don’t push it or try to change - your great - just so genuine - the success u get with your channel is deserved. Take it slowly - as t pot would say - “keep doing your thing” ur winning - BTW - r u still driving trains? - Obwish I the very best in all that you do from here on - The world needs more “Mr Fish ( es) lol 😆- All The Best - “🥃”... - Mr Whisky...

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks mate , means a lot . I’m not back on trains yet but I’m getting there .. shit happens you’ve just got to crack on lol

[@badjuju6563]

Battle Scooter 😁😁

[@drummerboy1390]

I must try that one the next time I’m late for work. ‘I was stuck behind a horse.’

[@baz5806]

Excellent review as always! Quick question,.. If you had 10k to spend,would you buy the x adv or rebel 1100 dct if they were your only options? 😊👍

[@josemarkmendez120]

Stay safe my friend hope to have a joy ride with you

[@henryhartley9993]

Nice one Fish.....

[@effervescentrelief]

I live in the states and only recently saw the ADV150. I liked the looks, and I like scooters, but being a bigger guy and with so many highways where I live, a scooter is a not a good choice. But just two days ago on my way to work, I thought, "how cool would a bike similar to the ADV150, but with a larger engine and bigger components, be?" I even contemplated writing a letter to Honda. That evening, I just happened to hop on the Honda of Japan website, and what do you know, the bike I fantasized about actually exists!!! But, just like my fantasy, I will never get one since I live in the states. I would buy this today if it were available here.

[@albertjjimenezp]

Genial video . Saludos desde Colombia 😸🏍️

[@knelletv]

Excellent video ! Thanks for sharing your fun ! I subscribe to your channel 👍

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks for the sub

[@marcelvanleeuwen6813]

I really enjoyed this video, lots of info and brought to you with a smile! And it looks like I found my next bike. This is a step up compared to my current bike, the Honda Integra NC 750D of 2015. For those who have doubts about riding these bikes, please try riding them in the mountains. Works fantastic with manual gearbox shifting. I had my fun at the Stelvio Passo and many other passes in the Dolomites.

[@Mrfish2015]

Nice

[@Vlekdaan]

Hoi Marcel, hoe bevalt de x adv je tot nu toe? En waarom vind je het een betere motor dan de Integra?

[@marcelvanleeuwen6813]

@@Vlekdaan Hi, I'm currently still riding my Integra, now 55000km, still riding smoorh and no problems at all. I made a test ride on the X ADV and it rides wonderfull, as you could expect, with many more gearbox options than the Integra. But Covid had a big impact on my wallet, so no X ADV for me in the near future unfortunately.

[@Vlekdaan]

@@marcelvanleeuwen6813 Hi Marcel, thanks for your fast reply! 55d km, great machines, bet you can easily do another 55. I owned a 2016 NC750 DCT, but did not like the knee angle. Testdrove the Forza 750 and X ADV, but prices Integra are much better for more ore less the same bike.. You think it has enough power?

[@marcelvanleeuwen6813]

@@Vlekdaan Hi Vlekdaan, ik schrijf zoveel in het Engels dat ik automatisch zo antwoordde 🙂. Ik ben 1.80m en voor mij is de beenruimte prima. Door een val op mijn heup kon ik niet meer goed op een normale motor zitten, zo kwam de Integra in beeld. Met mijn benen naar voren kon ik weer prima motorrijden, en de bijkomende versnellingsbak werd ik helemaal verliefd op. Voor mij heeft derze Integra 750 genoeg power, de X ADV leek nog wat meer te hebben, dus het antwoord is Ja. Ik koop voortaan alleen nog motoren met automatische bakken, en Honda heeft mijn voorkeur. Maar ook de ADV 350 is een goede optie met de helft van de prijs van de X ADV, ook al is dat een echte motorscooter.

[@neighbourhoodmusician]

I believe I test rode that exact demonstrator at Doble's yesterday. The ADV was fun and an absolute monster at filtering. Slow control was so good due to the weight distribution. I found both this and the Forza 350 to be too cramped in the leg and the seats pushed me a bit too far forward. Was the Forza 750 more comfortable in this regard?

[@macroevolve]

Scooters must be a bigger thing in Europe than the US because the cool ones I have watched are only available in Europe, like the Honda X-ADV. I guess I am stuck with a "street fighter" motorcycle. The scooters here look like, well, scooters.

[@HippoDrones]

Great fun review Fish, ace to see you out on a bike again too mate :-) We'll have to do some green lanes soon? :-)

[@Mrfish2015]

Definitely mate , the 250 will be back soon not sure about the body though lol

[@HippoDrones]

@@Mrfish2015 give it time 🙂

[@gordonLP]

Hi MrF, I had the last version of the X-ADV (the then upgraded 2018 version), I agree with everything you have said, as most of it also relates to the previous model. One of the things I found with mine was, because you are so well protected from the elements I constantly found myself unintentionally doing 40-50mph in 30mph limits (although the speedometer was about 10% fast compared to GPS), and I was nearly always doing 80-90mph elsewhere, but despite all of the good things with the ADV, I sold it because it was so unexciting (I think I must be suffering from the same mentality as people who need cars with a long bonnet 😉, but in my case, missing something from between the legs), hence now have Tiger 900 😎

[@Mrfish2015]

I get that , the new one is better with the sport mode , but it’s no tiger

[@gordonLP]

@@Mrfish2015 Agree, the original also had two "Sport" modes, I always left mine in "Sport 2". Great bike for touring (you can get side cases), but just not engaging, Cheers, Gordon

[@ramenadventure]

I’ve never ridden one, but I ran into a guy on one yesterday. He said it provides zero fun, but is easy to ride.

[@tonylawton6513]

I tried to get an X-ADV but for whatever reason honda won't import them into Australia which is a bummer, anyway i got an africa twin DCT instead, i would buy one tomorrow though if they imported them here i think Australia conditions and this 750 donk would be perfect.

[@Realjofa_98]

I like your Video so much!!! I want to buy it!!!

[@Mrfish2015]

The video ? £1m and it’s yours

[@dastardlyexperiments]

It's a motorcycle with scooter styling, as it's basically a NC750 DCT underneath. All the 750 DCT's are ace. i.e. these are basically all the same underneath - NCS/NCX/Forza/Integra/XADV

[@jimloughlin5298]

Thinking of selling my tiger 1200 as I'm a bit short in the leg and find it awkward on uneven ground but this honda looks like a good all rounder as im sometimes in the city of London as well however could you tell me if it has a cruise control function.

[@seebarry4068]

If you’re hung up on the chain, spend £80, buy a scottoiler. Never worry about the chain between services, no rusty chain, minimal stretching, which I don’t even think you’d worry about. The chain would last years.

[@edwardhodges8637]

Maybe a little demo on slow turns

[@garystratton8731]

Hi which do you prefer this or the 2021 NC750? How do they compare comfort, handling performance etc? 👍

[@graemeearle5367]

I currently have a Forza 350, and Kawasaki Vulcan 650. Think of selling the Vulcan and looking at the New X ADV 750, New NC750X DCT and the Rebel 1100 DCT. I want something to tour around Thailand. What would you recommend out of the 3.

[@octerion64]

Getting rid of my old NC750X this month, now have a dilemma between the XADV or the crossrunner

[@Sumpguard]

Mate I’m not sure if you’re aware but a Spanish guy I believe rode this to Gibraltar, won the Gibraltar rally, then rode home.

[@Mrfish2015]

I think I saw that one he had the off road pegs fitted

[@jmhofmeyr]

The perfect bike from Honda would be the NC 750 X DCT with the rear brake on the handlebar like the XADV as well as similar front suspension from the ADV. That for me would be GOLDEN. But the ADV is cool, id have it.

[@Mrfish2015]

All dct should have the option of rear bar brake in my opinion

[@jmhofmeyr]

@@Mrfish2015 Yea....is there an aftermarket way perhaps?

[@vincentlicence5498]

Excellent review.

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks

[@sansaberi1]

Which road did you go that was nice

[@233kosta]

It's an adventure scooter - simples 😉

[@rockape1954]

Looks like it will be easier to clean than the NC750X

[@pauljennings9538]

Hello Mr Fish,love your channel,very entertaining,can you test ride the Forza 350, I'm considering spending my hard earned shackles on this scooter.Cheers.

[@Mrfish2015]

Should get that soon

[@nickstokes8497]

I so wish they would bring this to Australia. I’ll just have to buy the adv 150 instead.

[@ekimandersom4478]

13k € so in Australia this would probably cost 17k $. Still want one?

[@Jaffa1951]

Nice one Mr Fish. Are you going to try the Integra 750, as well? I'm not entirely sure if they're discontinuing the `Integra but, I've checked, and they are still available new. They've got pretty big discounts on them. I've seen them for £7495.

[@Mrfish2015]

It’s discontinued, replaced by the forza