Kove 800x Pro on road test.

It is still winter here in Beijing and today it was only 7 degrees Celsius, but I still took my new baby for a little "on road test". Unfortunately there's a lot of salt and ice on the roads, so I couldn’t push the bike to its limits, even though , it still handles AMAZING on road and the Pirelli STR's are totally worth the money. Super happy with the quick-shifter responsiveness and the traction control! Currently the bike has 2000km on the clock without any issues! Hope you all enjoy the video!

[@ktkace]

Nice roads nice weather! lifes good!

[@Nelisjvr]

Couldn't agree more! Although I would appreciate a little warmer weather!🤣

[@bitterlifes]

The thing what i like the most on this bike, definitely it's the geometry, it is the best in the midweight class. I hop to be also quality and reliable. Bravo Kove👍

[@Nelisjvr]

6000km and still riding exactly as the day I bought it! Absolutely love it!

[@toscanotrainer]

Hello from Italian Tuscany. Thanks for your shares. Can we know how much the motorbike cost you?

[@Nelisjvr]

Cheers mate, I paid about 7500US, but don't have to pay import tax!

[@toscanotrainer]

GRAZIE!!!! @@Nelisjvr

[@Angry-Lynx]

where did you bought it and for how much? theyre not available in Poland yet, the basic version is set to show up in dealers around april/may.

[@Nelisjvr]

I live in Beijing, that's why I am fortunate to have one of the first sales!

[@kejtk6527]

Thanks for this video. I'm wondering if I should buy the Kove 800X. Can you tell how about motorcycle parts, accessories?

[@Nelisjvr]

Hi mate, here's a full review: kzbin.info/www/bejne/roLGlpyKpbV2eKMsi=upgf1mCcPrqZkCdz I would definitely suggest this motorcycle to anyone, I'm super happy with it!

[@c_i_a_s_t_e_k]

Nice ride :) ! I hope, that this year I'll be a owner of Kove800X. Motorcycle looks good also on road. Would you change something, if you ride 200-500km a day on road? Do you feel comfortable for a longer trip?

[@Nelisjvr]

Awesome!👌🏻 hopefully soon! For longer rides I'd suggest a bigger windscreen, definitely a softer seat! For me it's not a problem, I already have a softer seat and the little add on windscreen! The bike is really comfortable for log trips! Here's a full review kzbin.info/www/bejne/roLGlpyKpbV2eKMsi=upgf1mCcPrqZkCdz

[@joaocampos4160]

Did you change the seat or modify it?

[@Nelisjvr]

@@joaocampos4160 I bought a replacement seat online! Kove also has a lower seat, but still hard...so I just bought an aftermarket one!

[@Errol.C-nz]

@@Nelisjvr excellent indepth reviews.. only one point I've not heard you mention.. any engine buzz, foot pegs, bars, mirrors etc.. sub'd 👌💪✊✊✊ 🤜🤛 cheers 🇳🇿🇳🇿🇳🇿nz

[@Nelisjvr]

@@Errol.C-nz cheers!👌🏻 the mirrors (aftermarket) do vibrate if in in the wrong low end gear... Like in 3rd gear at 2000rpm...just until you hit 2500rpm, then it's back to normal, other than that...no vibrations, definitely not on the pegs or bars! It's very smooth for a 2 cylinder! I had a Z650 before...and that bike numbed my hands after about 200km... This I can go 350km without stopping!

[@tranpetzonblack5586]

Hi there! What kind of tires wears in this video? Good job anyways!

[@Nelisjvr]

@@tranpetzonblack5586Hello! I believe these where the stock pirelli STR'S, very good on road! Super sticky and decent life, up to 5000km for me, a friend got 10 000km, but I ride too hard to get millage like that!👌🏻

[@motorcyclemadness9338]

Hello from Greece my friend. I like your channel . How many rpms in the motor with 6th gear at 120-130 km/h ? Also what's the average consumption?

[@Nelisjvr]

Hello, glad you enjoy it! It's about 6000rpm-7000rpm, the bike is still relatively new. Kove told me the consumption will improve after 6000km. Currently it varies from 4L/100km-7L/100km, depending on where I ride, highway vs off roading/city.

[@motorcyclemadness9338]

@@Nelisjvr Thanks for the answer. It would be nice to do a night video, just to see how the lights perform. 😁

[@Nelisjvr]

@@motorcyclemadness9338 soon I'll make one for you and post it👌🏻

[@grigorisgrigorisgrigorisgr1998]

tomorrow i Go yo bay it..hallo from Greece.. thanks..8350€ and the next month 9300€ tomorrow is the biggest Day for me

[@Nelisjvr]

@@grigorisgrigorisgrigorisgr1998 that's awesome, hope you enjoy it!

[@barebonesmc]

is the low end pick up as smooth as it looks mate? I had heard some complaints on the prototypes, but this looks smoother than the KTM. good to see the video i linked got a few more views. good luck, and keep em coming

[@Nelisjvr]

The bike is really smooth, unless you're in the complete wrong gear at 2000rpm, them it will vibrate a little, although it's nice and have a lot of torque! I rode my friends KTM 790, it has much more vibrations on the seat, he also said the Kove feels better accelerating.

[@barebonesmc]

@@Nelisjvr nice, it does look smoother on the roll on. cheers for the answer, have a great week mate

[@Angry-Lynx]

whats the rpms for cruising around 90, 100 and 120kmh, or in other words what is the max speed the bike feels comfortable without stressing engine and without feeling of engine vibrations.

[@Nelisjvr]

Cruising around 120 km/h the bike is at 5000rpm, super comfortable on the highway to cruise at 140km/h, zero vibrations! Once you go over 7500rpm/8000rpm, you start to feel some vibrations on the pegs(I removed the rubbers for off roading, with it in you don't feel any vibrations)

[@Angry-Lynx]

@@Nelisjvr thanks, so pretty much same as with my AT where I can beat the shit out of engine and she doesn't protest, lovely to hear that! And easy cruising at decent speeds, though as adv riders we cruise at 90-110 mostly :)

[@LaurentJ-w5x]

A nice ADV bike to live Adventure 😎🤙

[@utuberagain18]

Great video and the engine & exhaust sound really good. Where did you record this video? The roads seem to be in very good condition and with a great mix of curves.

[@Nelisjvr]

I'm really happy with the engine's performance and the sound is absolutely amazing! I made this video in the northern part of Beijing! Here are so many curved roads and all in excellent condition! Huge motorcycle community in China!

[@pdaba89]

Awesome . so do you like this bike? can recommend buy it? I was testing him and the quality of materials looks like very cheap . but I still want to buy

[@Nelisjvr]

Are you sure you tested the Kove? Sounds like you are describing something different. The build quality is superb! Absolutely recommended the motorcycle! I love it, so easy to handle, great value for money! I've dropped it very hard on multiple occasions...not one single issue! Here's a review and you can look at the build quality yourself! kzbin.info/www/bejne/roLGlpyKpbV2eKMsi=5Si1DvjYQfG1Fau1

[@pdaba89]

thanks for the answer. I just tested the model after it was treated harshly, it had a mileage of 6к , maybe perhaps they abused it a lot

[@Angry-Lynx]

tbh both ktm i had and jap bikes plastics quality isnt impressive. its all cheaply produced hard plastic shit, regardless of manufacturer imo @@pdaba89

[@rock4cheese]

I've preordered it and I'm thinking of travelling on it with my wife (+ top case & side panniers). Do you know what's the max payload from the manufacturer?

[@Anticipat0r]

dumbo bike not meant for all that. go buy a regular 500 pound adv for that goofy

[@aristidis9145]

800X pro Euro5 352kg

[@Angry-Lynx]

That's not the best choice for such use case... Big bikes like AT, ktm1290, gs are for traveling two up. This is off-road enthusiast orientated bike mate, with biggest advantage of low weight and good suspension

[@Okke-j2n]

​@@Angry-Lynxafrica twin is big only for the ridicoulous whight..and the low power for it....or are you serious comparing with GS or 1290..At is a BOATH in half of the sea...has too economic suspensions

[@Angry-Lynx]

@@Okke-j2n ok good attempt of communication. Now try in English

[@desufa6126]

is this not in the south of France? When looking at this video it gives me the idea you are driving on roads where I life 🙂

[@Nelisjvr]

Amazing how the world can be so similar , yet so different ! This is in Beijing China!

[@tuga158a]

How is like in motorway ? What RPM in around 120 km/h ?

[@Nelisjvr]

Great, 3.5L/100km at 120km/h constant speed. 5000rpm

[@aristidis9145]

Hey seems that it like turning as well...😊 Let me ask you is the quickshifter Up/down?

[@Nelisjvr]

Hello, yes it's up and down, down shifts you have to blip the throttle as it's a cable throttle, here's a full review video as well. kzbin.info/www/bejne/roLGlpyKpbV2eKMsi=mC2rk2yege8gOdN6

[@aristidis9145]

@@Nelisjvr thanks for the videos... I was sure you mentioned that it is up and down. Situation is that my dealer is 100% that my bike(on a container ship right now😎) shifts only up, I emailed Kove China they were 100% ...800 Pro X shifts only up 🤣🤣🤣

[@Nelisjvr]

@@aristidis9145 super strange...as I've asked the shop multiple times about the quickshifter...although I don't really use it down as much or at all, they told me as long as I blip the throttle, I can quickshift down!

[@starseeddeluxe]

What are the cruising RPM's at 70mph (110 khm)?? Most of the current parallel twin bikes are geared too low for highway riding.

[@Nelisjvr]

at 110km/h the revs is at 5000rpm in 6th gear

[@foRsxs]

What about seat? How is good for long trip? Can u compare with BMW 850gs?

[@Nelisjvr]

@@foRsxs I have an aftermarket seat, super comfortable for long rides, and the BMW is an elephant compared to the Kove...the weight alone is a huge difference...100hp...no problem 👌🏻

[@jansing327]

Gaat dit model ook in Nederland komen?

[@Angry-Lynx]

Yes, use English to get better chance for reply. It's coming in Poland in May

[@Nelisjvr]

I believe it will be all over Europe starting July 2024!

[@alexapostoli569]

What I’m really interested to know is how does this bike compare to other middleweights. Also what does it actually weigh?

[@Nelisjvr]

Mine is exactly 185kg wet! It's much better in my opinion, seeing as it's 30-40kg lighter than any of its competitors, even the Tuareg which is a 650cc is far over 200kg!

[@alexapostoli569]

@@Nelisjvr Yes, 185 is very good. I look forward to hearing about reliability over the next year. At that point I will be ready to upgrade from my CRF300 Rally and the Kove looks like it might be the one.

[@Nelisjvr]

@@alexapostoli569 I'll do a long term review as well!

[@michaelbmw1931]

So what about oil window to see oil level on this bike?

[@Nelisjvr]

Yes, you can see my review video where I show it!

[@barrysalmon9892]

Mph or kph?

[@Nelisjvr]

Km/h, I think any adv that can go 150mp/h would be considered a road bike, not adv🤣

[@Adeel.sheikh84]

800x pro is off.road bike, 800x standard can be considere as a dual adventure

[@Nelisjvr]

Please elaborate? What do you base your opinion on?

[@grigorisgrigorisgrigorisgr1998]

tomorrow i Go yo bay it..hallo from Greece.. thanks..8350€ and the next month 9300€ tomorrow is the biggest Day for me

[@BarrBoss156]

Когда в России?

[@Nelisjvr]

You should ask kove, I have no idea when!