MotoVlog 76 - 2014 Honda CTX700 Walk Around and Custom Exhaust!

The long awaited walk around of my Honda CTX 700! After several months of ownership and modifications I finally reveal how that strange noise is made when accelerating B-)
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Concept Fabrication in Sierra Vista, AZ / conceptfab2006
2014 Honda CTX 700
Cee Bailey's Windscreen
Kuryakyn Tech Clamp Phone Holder
Kuryakyn Floorboards
Honda Passenger Handles, Backrest, Luggage Rack, and Luggage
Honda Sub-harness wired to switch
GoPro Hero 3+ Black and 4 Silver
Sony Vegas Movie Studio

[@pennsyltuckyden9823]

I've seen some reviews of this bike with a shorty exhaust, gonna look into getting one for my ctx.

[@TimKreitzAdventures]

Really nice. I especially appreciate all the thinking and re-thinking on the exhaust. It sounds super.

[@ArizonaRE]

Tim Kreitz Adventures Yeah, it is one of those things that has to be right B-) I wanted to sing a rendition of 'Dem Muffs' but there's only one can LOL

[@TimKreitzAdventures]

LOL.

[@whorayful]

That is sweet, the white colour suits the bike really well, and I like your changes, all very practical and no BS.

[@ArizonaRE]

+whorayful Thanks!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Wow! Really fascinating what you and your friend did! Lovely bit of welding too! I wouldn't have the balls to start chopping an exhaust but well done for doing it. Love the new sound. Not a bark, but a lovely rumble and growl... Thanks for taking the time to make that! Tally Bally Ho!

[@ArizonaRE]

Captain Rambunctious Thanks Cap! The man knows how to tig like nobody's business... Well, I knew I was going to pitch it if I didn't change it, so no loss there, even re-assembled without the baffles it was still pretty quiet. The new can has a really good sound without being crazy and obnoxious, well, all but the farting it does when I'm engine braking down a mountain :-) Tally Bally Ho, mate!

[@samsmithmotovlogs]

That exhaust makes all the difference! Beautiful bike! I drilled out three baffles from my stock exhaust on the V-Star and it really enhanced my ride. It has the nicest decel burble now too. Thanks.

[@ArizonaRE]

sam smith Yes it does! I'm sure somewhere someone is shaking their head that I took the worlds most quiet motorcycle and gave it some personality, but not me B-) Your bike always sounds awesome - BTW

[@samsmithmotovlogs]

It is your bike so fly and be free! I have considered a Cobra slip on for mine but I have grown to really love how she sounds now.

[@AnthonysWestTexasRides]

Nice video, made me laugh when you called the side bags "panniers", I thought I was watching a video in Europe for a second! Nice bike, love the sound of your custom exhaust!

[@ArizonaRE]

Anthony Walden Hey thanks man! Yeah, I guess I've picked up some lingo from some of my favorite Brit vloggers B-)

[@scotthucks7966]

Great video. Just bought my second CTX700 and both have the DCT and I love this bike!

[@azdesertdog]

Super nice bike. Love the exhaust sounds great!

[@ArizonaRE]

***** Thanks man, it's the most practical thing I own B-)

[@dbest1aVlogs]

awesome congrats on the new bike, awesome purchase, and some very nice mods.. I like the exhaust mod.. That was really sweet, and the sound is awesome. ride safe.

[@ArizonaRE]

Thanks! The CTX Has turned out to be a great little bike B-)

[@kevinshea5819]

I can't imagine me buying a white bike, but that looks awesome. I have the exact bike in red. Thanks for the video.

[@LivinRob]

Very nice bike. Looks super comfortable on long rides. Exhaust sounds great too.

[@ArizonaRE]

Livin' Rob Thanks man! I went super practical so touring could be within my reach. For such a low price and great gas mileage, this little bike has it all! The exhaust had to happen, normally you can feel when the bike needs to shift. This one is so smooth you cannot tell the difference between 1800 and 5800, now that I can hear it I know when she's relaxed or not B-)

[@yaboi5047]

Thanks for the walkthrough, these are most of the options I am looking for.

[@Nervotica]

Hi! Nice video. Me and the wife both have CTX's and love it. Bought centrestands and it makes life much easier. Enjoy!!!

[@ArizonaRE]

Nervotica That's great! I'm afraid since the previous owner gave this bike a lift, the center stand option may not work since the bike is taller B-)

[@shreedevi2005]

Very cool! You really went through a few iterations to get it sounding that nice.

[@ArizonaRE]

Thanks! It's worth doing right, no sense in being loud for loud's sake. Gotta make it right B-)

[@19tank81]

Awesome video, and GREAT WORK on that exhaust! I just got my 2015, I opted for the CTX700 DCT because I don't want to shift, it's a real nice chill ride especially for long distance. I'm in Arizona also, Phoenix, and love it out here for riding! So much better than NY where I relocated from.

[@ArizonaRE]

The CTX is one of Honda's best kept secrets B-) Welcome to AZ!

[@19tank81]

Thanks! If you get a chance, definitely checkout the meteor crater in Winslow! It was INCREDIBLE!

[@berniemadoff7837]

The Meth is so much better, too. 😂

[@19tank81]

@@berniemadoff7837 hahaha bro been here since 2017 I still can’t believe how many meth heads & tweakers there are. Especially the bmx bike riding trash wearing the backpack drinking their sugar crack out of a polar pop cup!

[@pmsbassplayer]

Hi, This is Steph from the form. I subscribed to your channel. Love these bikes.

[@ArizonaRE]

+HiViz Steph Thank you for the sub! Hope you enjoy the videos B-)

[@SpikeyOfficial]

Exhaust note sounds real nice.

[@ArizonaRE]

Thanks Spikey, it took a bit to get there.

[@jeremysmith9696]

Love the looks of that. reminds me of the of Pacific Coast!! looks amazing!

[@ArizonaRE]

The Honda Pacific was a cool bike!

[@russellcupples2170]

Damn ,it was quiet ..Sounds great now ..good job.

[@ArizonaRE]

Russell Cupples Thanks man! I'm digging the sound of this can, added the right amount of character to it B-)

[@theperson7718]

Hello. So I don't know if you still have this bike or not but from what i herd the reason you need the NC700S is that it's shorter then the NC700X. So you might want to looking into getting the NC700X version as to my understanding they both will fit to the frame just that the NC700X is to long but something that might work to your advantage. Hope this helps.

[@martind349]

I wonder why a centerstand and shaft drive and shield might not be each or all of them offered by Honda out the box but maybe they gotta put the zotic in exotic I really like this model, the looks and engine that's a sweetmachine Sounds perfect I was getting a little annoyed but it sounds so good you taught me something

[@ArizonaRE]

These were great little bikes, Honda has stopped the whole CTX line which is a shame. The engine can still be found on the NC700 though which is still pretty popular for a commuter/mild ADV bike.

[@MrGF1582]

Hi Steven, that sounds amazing! What did you do, or add on? I can't see in the thread or in the video. Is that Cobra Slip-on???

[@ArizonaRE]

+Greg F I don't know who Steven is, but I'll give this a shot; The pipe is a custom build put together by Concept Fabrication in Sierra Vista, AZ. Nobody that I've seen yet makes a slip-on for this bike. If you are interested in buying the pipe from this bike, send me a private message as I've already sold the bike but still have the pipe. B-)

[@jeremysmith9696]

Thanks for the video. Makes me dream of owning a CTX one day

[@ArizonaRE]

I think Honda has stopped making the CTX, but its cousin the NC700 is still going strong, same motor, taller frame, darn good bike B-)

[@Dominikmers]

Sounds really better

[@AppleUser]

I absolutely love the look and sound of that exhaust. Does the shop now make them for others? I'd love to buy one. 2015 CTX700 DCT

[@ArizonaRE]

Unfortunately he doesn't. If I still had the bike, I could have him use it to mock up another one, but this was a single run. Sorry about that, they are great little bikes B-)

[@MrGF1582]

Sorry about that. lol! Thanks for the reply and info. Cheers and have great weekend!

[@ArizonaRE]

+Greg F You bet B-)

[@MrGF1582]

+Arizona RE What I am looking for is the front fairing. Honda wants $2400.00 for it installed. Any ideas?

[@ArizonaRE]

Greg F Ebay would be the best bet, and doing the work yourself will save you a bunch too, they sell fairing fasteners and plastic rivets by the bucket on ebay as well.

[@MrGF1582]

+Arizona RE Thx, I just started looking. Thanks!

[@BikerTrashWolf]

When these came out I wanted one so much. Seems like a miniature Road Glide.

[@ArizonaRE]

It was a nice scoot, for sure! It was perfect for an in-town commute. Long road trips were a bit cramped. 80mpg made it easy on the wallet too.

[@magnusconsul]

Hello from Australia; I notice you replaced the foot pegs with mini floor boards. I have now ordered a set for my bike. I have a CTX700D Auto, love it....

[@ArizonaRE]

David Magnus Great, these are solid little bikes B-)

[@magnusconsul]

Yes they are comfortable, good performance, cheap to run and fun. I wish you all the best in your riding. Here in Adelaide, I get to ride all year round as the winters are cold and wet No snow! Be safe.

[@whorayful]

+David Magnus A CTX700 in Adelaide dang!. I've been trying to find one of these things to eyeball in the flesh for months. Did you get it locally or interstate? Was it a special order in? I haven't seen one in any of the dealers I've looked at, the closest I have found was Harley Heaven in the city had a white NC700 a few months back, I'm in the inner Northern burbs, maybe just the wrong place at the wrong time who knows. I'm currently on a little Vstar after many many years away from bikes and like the look of the CTX as a solid commuter and economical light duty touring machine. Ray

[@magnusconsul]

Sorry for late reply; Peter Stevens in Adelaide actually order me one in from Honda Aust, I think there is only two left in Oz. they will give you a good price. Tell them I sent you and they will help you out. Man I just love this bike easy to ride, and has lots of poke, The auto is tops and Sports mode in the Hills is a hoot! Go on get one

[@coyote102076]

love love love love your bike. A WHITE Full flaring big windshield CTX with hardbags. PERFECT!!!

[@ArizonaRE]

+coyote102076 A very sturdy bike, reliable, and efficient. You should check out the road trip I took on it last year. At times I got 80 miles to the gallon! Honda makes great bikes B-)

[@coyote102076]

Holly cow. My 250 Helix barely breaks 70 MPG @ 55 MPH steady! lol Awesome!

[@ArizonaRE]

Here's a link to the playlist, enjoy! The CTX made a great little touring bike B-) kzbin.info/www/bejne/gGbJqaGPe8R9pa8

[@dawnrobb8809]

very nice bike and great mod on the pipe!

[@ArizonaRE]

Thanks Rob! Always nice to have a bike that sounds like a bike B-)

[@darkhorse2reign]

that beat is sweet!

[@PeteKay]

that's some nice sound...thank you for the video brother.

[@ArizonaRE]

cookiemonster Thanks for watching B-)

[@ctx700]

I own a Black one 2015 but I noticed that your bike has manual clutch on the left hand side .

[@ArizonaRE]

Indeed, she was manual all the way :-)

[@theprimeaddiction7637]

Was it cheaper for you to mod the exhaust like that over just buying a aftermarket one or do they not make one for your bike? I am looking into replacing my pipes now that I had my mishap with my riding jacket.

[@ArizonaRE]

There are no after market cans for this bike so custom was the only way. A decent fabricator can make a decent set of pipes for slightly more than factory popped mass production units.

[@sierrafoxtrotgolf3638]

The bike has caught my eye, the low seat is great, but the pegs are way too far forward for a short guy like me. Can the pegs be moved rearward??

[@ArizonaRE]

You'll have to check the forums, but I remember that some folks had changed out these parts with an NC700 Street, so there may be a solution there.

[@Kawboy13]

Well done video! Do you have any idea where to get the parts to lift the rear end? I definitely want to lift mine some. Thanks a lot!

[@ArizonaRE]

Thank you! As I understand it, you can swap out the dogbones for those off of the Honda NC700. I would check out some of the CTX700 online forums where they are crazy about this bike B-)

[@KEFERMELENON-rv4tj]

I'm getting mine this Saturday red But need to learn how to shift Have morphous auto been riding

[@BradinManheim]

Very nice bike, but I prefer the original quiet muffler. There’s enough noise in this world without purposely adding more.

[@BabyBlueUt]

Gorgeous in white! I love my CTX! Great videos!

[@ArizonaRE]

Thanks!

[@-0-R3B3LL10N]

I want to see this Model in a Naked type bobber version with lower seat and a Drag bar or a Z bar or an Ape Bar.. :)

[@ArizonaRE]

+ZERO LINE The naked version of this bike is fairly popular, someone out there may be working on it B-)

[@-0-R3B3LL10N]

+Arizona RE would love to see one...

[@maddesi2709]

Sounds great

[@jackg.8600]

I need your help. What brand saddle bags are those ? I have the OEM backrest and luggage rack like you and want to put bags on the bike. PLEASE let me know what bags are on your bike -- which is a great looking and sounding bike

[@ArizonaRE]

Jack germain These are the Honda hard luggage, no secret at all. You should be able to order them straight from Honda.

[@RobAshMotoVlogs]

Excellent job mate. Lovely work on the exhaust. I've never seen such a clean drive chain in my entire life! Those Harley riders eh? ;o)

[@ArizonaRE]

Rob Ash Thanks mate! I had just maintained it and washed the bike, won't take a hundred miles until loads of dirt get stuck to it again :-) The Harley ride was the good guy! Our police here typically use Victory or BMW, occasionally a Kawasaki. Seeing a Harley police bike was a rare pleasantry. Unless they are behind me of course.... B-)

[@servicarrider]

Arizona RE Being a proud Victory rider I am not quite sure how to take that. I work on my Harley but I ride my Victory!

[@ArizonaRE]

All the police bikes are cool, especially the Vics, but nowadays it is rare and special to see the HD on duty and on patrol B-)

[@rolando6297]

What a good Review. Thanks 😀👍👍 What a wonderful Bike 😍😍😍 Have this Bike enough Power to Ride a little bit faster on the Road or is this Bike for Drive slow und chill . I now...that is not an Sportsbike 😉😉

[@ArizonaRE]

This bike has enough power to do everything you need it to. It can handle the U.S. Interstates and is very quick around town. It is a very capable motorcycle, I took it on a tour of northern Arizona last year with all of my camping gear on it. I laso got very good gas mileage. You can see those videos here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gGbJqaGPe8R9pa8

[@koshelevtrend]

Hello! Where did you buy the glass!? It's very good and height!

[@ArizonaRE]

The company was Cee Bailey, I'm not sure they make this one anymore.

[@richardsaperstein9814]

I cant figure out what boards those are. Would you mind sharing the model number for the floor boards? Thank you!

[@ArizonaRE]

+Richard Saperstein I do not know the part #, I cannot see one written on them anywhere. These were on the bike when I got it, but they look exactly like these. It could well be that the previous owner used some type of adapter for another model Honda to make them work... www.phatperformanceparts.com/Kuryakyn_Floorboards_for_Harley_Davidson_Peg_Style_p/4357.htm

[@richardsaperstein9814]

Thank you for responding

[@Iseekoutthetrails]

cool intro, why was the video twitching? like the auto focus kept kicking in.

[@ArizonaRE]

1down4up It was the Hero 4 I was using, not sure why it does that, my 3+ Black doesn't. I borrowed this camera just for this trip to cover another angle. Not sure the Hero 4 was ready for the market. Also, I made allot of tight edits and scrubs to shorten the video, so most of the quiet space between words was minimized during the walk around.

[@cigarobsession]

Michael J Fox was filming :)

[@Iseekoutthetrails]

cigarobsession lol thats wrong but funny

[@ArizonaRE]

cigarobsession LOL!

[@arizonarider1930]

Love it

[@ArizonaRE]

Me too!

[@Passing_Gas]

Must ask, what camera did you film the walk around with?

[@ArizonaRE]

Spanxxxx It was a borrowed GoPro Hero 4 Silver. A friend loaned it to me for the Pinetop trip. I know the editing seems a little trippy, I cut out nearly all the space between words during the walk around. If I hadn't the video would have been even longer!

[@Passing_Gas]

Nah I was just impressed by the quality of the audio while you were walking around the bike. I have a HD ghost and the mic on that camera is rubbish.

[@ArizonaRE]

I used a cheap Neewer mic dangling from the camera.

[@kamaleondeoro]

Where did you buy the feet and other accessories

[@ArizonaRE]

The footboards are Kuryaken passenger footboards meant for a cruiser. Most parts stores sell them.

[@benitocaspo8493]

feet?

[@michaelmarroquin2619]

Does anyone know what headlight is and where to buy it

[@ArizonaRE]

It is the same headlight as the CBR250, found any place that sells Honda parts. Good luck and thanks for watching

[@JohnBraman413]

does your buddy fabricate that exhaust for anyone to buy?

[@ArizonaRE]

This was a one-off, I'm afraid. When I still owned the bike he could have used it to fab up some more, but at the time there wasn't much demand. Now I no longer own this bike ;-)

[@russellcupples2170]

That Girl sounds sweet Sir

[@ArizonaRE]

She sure did! I stand by this, getting a custom exhaust made only cost about the same as buying something off the shelf by the name brands like Two Bros, Leo Vince, etc. If you got to spend that kind of money, find someone to do a custom job and have exactly what you want. B-)

[@russellcupples2170]

I agree completely

[@victormcmillan6265]

I called Kuryakin about the footboards. They don't know anything about them. Say they don't make them. Can you give me a part # ?

[@ArizonaRE]

Victor Mcmillan I do not know the part #, I cannot see one written on them anywhere. These were on the bike when I got it, but they look exactly like these. It could well be that the previous owner used some type of adapter for another model Honda to make them work... www.phatperformanceparts.com/Kuryakyn_Floorboards_for_Harley_Davidson_Peg_Style_p/4357.htm

[@wilshirewarrior2783]

All that stuff and no DCT? Go figure

[@ArizonaRE]

I liked shifting gears, no need for DCT for me, but I'm happy it is out there for the folks that like and need it B-)