Honda X-ADV 750 Review. Is it an adventure bike, scooter, motorbike or all 3? Big surprise engine!

[@AjarnSpencer]

I am happy to see over the years, Mr. Darcy, and the Old Man, has evolved from a young man who likes street nakeds and young bikes, to now seeing him with a goatee older and wiser, saying 'this bike is off niche for us as we like classics and cruisers' Well, it used to be 'the old man likes these but i prefer the street naked bend over the tank looks cool for millenials one' to become 'i prefer this immortal cruiser'. The channel is the best review channel due to the Father and Son aspect, and the generational difference, which lessens as son gets older.. the generation gap lessens

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@@AjarnSpencer thank you 😊

[@robertmassey807]

I am quite taken by this and the best bit about it is you are reviewing it. You both said it's not your cup of tea but you gave it a very fair review. Enough for me to get a test ride. Sounds fabulous! Best bike review of the year so far for me! 👏

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks very much. We do try to put ourselves in others shoes. Very impressive engine !

[@arjungowda5190]

probably had a 100 bikes of all sorts , this bike is the best I have ever had

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Wow really! 👍🏼👍🏼

[@arjungowda5190]

by a shock,moved to Thailand from India to set up a base and help my friend to set up a permaculture farm , passionate farmer, was riding triumph scrambler xe ,800 xcx, Ducati desert sled, Yamaha 2016 R1 Trac spec , custom TL1000 , custom R9T , Suzuki gsxr 1000 2018 , royal Enfield 500 classic 1986 in my garage# Bangalore had to buy a bike to move around picked up a used 2019 xadv , +3 rear sprocket ,k&n filter, Chinese SC project copy. exhaust 😂😂+ doctor racing flash tune , that's all I need in life. it's all my bikes put in one ,avg 30 km/ ltr

[@shuttzi9878]

It doesn't surprise me Big scooters are much better than people think, especially with a transmission like this one 😳 If only they weren't so expensive...

[@rkeil3145]

All motorbike reviews need more sheep.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

We’ll bare that in mind 🤔😁

[@petetxul6477]

Here in Thailand people are much more used to riding scooters than in the UK I imagine. This model is very popular here, but not so often seen on the roads due to its price though. Its automatic transmission has its advantages when riding in dense city traffic as well.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

OK that’s good to know 👍🏼 We’re not a nation of motorcyclists tbh

[@ivanmask6470]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan But you have a lot of national tradition too!!! It’s awesome!!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@@soggysocks25 It’s easier for people to buy a car here because of our ridiculous motorcycle laws

[@petetxul6477]

leigh cahill you’d be very surprised.. Most families here own more than 1 car. Pick ups being the most popular up country. Wish they had less cars though. Traffic jams in the cities are not so pleasant. BTW have you ever been here, or just missjudging/assuming/stereotyping?

[@ivanmask6470]

@@soggysocks25 Bikes for fun, cars for work)) Thai people love the thrills)))) and I love Thai people!

[@EfficientMan]

I just clicked like the video during the initial first minute just because the sheep made me smile!

[@rmower3428]

Seriously brilliant Video / review guys, all about the bike with engine sound, very clear speaking and no rubbish background noise / music. Top marks. Keep up the excellent work, ✓ A +

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks very much indeed 👍🏼

[@anaru5643]

Yep, the quality just keeps improving in all aspects, keep up the the awesomenessness, thoroughly enjoying the channel .

[@dziadWSZEWIED]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan make posibility to clic-on subtitle - more viewers see your gr8 video ;) ;P

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@@dziadWSZEWIED Subtitles are enabled on this video 👍🏼

[@dziadWSZEWIED]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan disabled on "safari" or "brave"

[@lorquet21]

I found this video absolutely heartwarming for obvious reasons, well done guys!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks very much 👍🏼👍🏼

[@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. Traded in my BMW R1200RT. What I like about the manual mode is the you want in auto you’ve slowed down auto will change so it won’t labour the engine. I did a round trip London to Hinckley and back turn a nice 71 miles to the gallon. Also ordered the central locking top box. I absolutely Love it. Also later fitted the pair of side panniers. Did a trip to France Spain and Gibraltar then home through Madrid to Santander for the sailing to Portsmouth. 2200 miles over ten days minus two day in Reinosa waiting for the ferry. Never faulted me.

[@craiglucich2577]

Recently rode the Honda nc750x all the reviews say it’s bland etc, but I was surprised by the engine, very torquey, playfull and zippy

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes great engine 👍🏼

[@jonathanfrench5181]

This is the first of your reviews I’ve seen: excellent and practical comments for everyone ( is not too technical), clear sound with the right amount of piece to camera v action shots and great photography. I’ll be back for more guys.

[@coolstorybro9946]

I got one! 2019 model! What a marvelous and comfortable ride! Nice video!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Excellent! Thanks very much 👍🏼👍🏼

[@db1418]

I own that bike in that colour, no complaints so far.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Excellent 👍🏼👍🏼

[@aspectcarl]

Unusual looks, not unattractive, my friend has one and he loves it, very good review.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes indeed. Great! Thanks buddy

[@jamesbarbato2192]

Great video! I find your videos relaxing and informative. I love the uniqueness of it of the X-Adv. I have the ADV 150 similar a lot smaller obviously. I love it! It’s a blaster ride I can do 70 which is all I need.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks very much! Yes it caught my eye as worthy of a review

[@mikaellindroos1594]

I love my 2017 X-ADV750 the dct is fantastic never back to manual. I have 70000 km NO problem at all. Add footpegs variation for your position.

[@andreasjanhoge]

Same for my Integra: 72000 km no probs. My X-ADV has now 31.000. I love booth, they will be my last bikes.

[@rememberyoureawomble1816]

I agree with your comment about the Honda 350,that would be a brilliant bike for uk.Hopefully they will introduce it here.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes wouldn’t it be great 👍🏻

[@chrishansen1323]

Even though I have just a mild interest In this Honda, I can't help but say you guys keep delivering just incredibly outstanding videos

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks very much indeed 👍🏼👍🏼

[@derekhalliday9274]

I have the Forza 300 which is such a joy to ride, the Xadv is a fantastic maxi Scooter may even well be the Daddy, stick some off road tyres on it you can go off road no problem and have fun, stick boxes on you then have a tourer with ample storage, and comfort, go on the B or A Rds the Xads give any sports bike a run for its money, gearbox is incredible, bullet proof engine, great mpg, sounds great,

[@f56yn25]

I rode big bikes all my life, but age and injuries have caught up with me so I reluctantly brought a Honda Forza 750 (the road version). Once you get used to it it is so comfortable on long distance riding as you can move your feet to get them comfy. It is well engineered, at 110 mph it is rock solid stable even in a cross wind which surprised me. If your a member of a bikers club you may get some stick but as a person who doesn't give a damn what other people think it suits me.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Interesting points 👍🏼👍🏼

[@yosam5184]

Looks a bit quirky but I like it and the sound. Your cast of characters and surroundings were great in this video. I enjoyed it.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thank you very much 👍🏻

[@daveshepard9154]

Love your reviews, as ever. Not a fan of the "bike," but do love the sheep. Honestly, this is the kind of thing I would see myself stuck with on a rental...so interesting to see you - not me - on it!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks very much. Interesting for a change 👍🏼

[@community-first]

I really like your delivery style and coverage of issues.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks Alan 👍🏼👍🏼

[@DiegoNovoa]

The optional "offroad" pegs are a must in this bike. Highly improves the ergonomics on road and makes it more offroad worthy

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Great 💯👍🏼

[@themeansheets1279]

Interesting looking bike. Sounds nice. Thanks for reviewing it! Also, Loved the guest stars!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes it’s unusual! Thanks buddy. Haha the sheep are too friendly!

[@campo2309]

I do like this bike. I've seen it 3 or 4 times here in London and it looks cool (to me) sounds cool, I think it would be a good buy. Thanks for the review guys 👍🏻

[@michaelb.42112]

Oh wow, I just heard of this today, April 28, 2024 and I am a re-entry rider of 25 years, so I have a lot of catching up to do. This looks like EXACTLY what I'm looking for. - Mike in California.

[@albertEmbajadorFlutterPragma]

Greetings from Colombia, I really enjoyed the video and i am fall in love in this bike and the landscape was beautiful. Thanks so much :)

[@simonchristie4117]

That Honda 350 looked amazing! Wish they let that be available here! Great video guys

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy, it’s so good looking

[@richardjames2775]

Top marks again guys. I know it's not your normal fodder but it's so different you just can't ignore it. I saw one on camo abroad a couple of years ago and it grabbed my attention. 750 ... So not what yould expect in a scooter, I reckon with luggage you could do miles and miles on it. Not a scooter, not a motorcycle .... Really different and a brave idea from Honda. I'm still not sure but do appreciate you guys picking it out for a review.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy, it’s certainly different. Definitely something of a talking point haha

[@1990-t1j]

Just watched this again. One of the best X-ADV reviews on KZbin. I like this bike. Nick

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks 😊

[@theOVERCOMER2024]

There are so many of these around in Italy. The 2023 model has had few nice updates, especially in the electronics department, rider modes, new TFT screen and so on. Anyway I would consider it for urban riding with a nice SC pro or Akrapovic titanium......

[@hva8x57]

"Thankfully nothing else in there"... Cracked me up (TMF ref). Great fun as always!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Haha subtle this time!

[@karlyallen3607]

I traded my R1250GS for one of these (I'm getting on a bit and found it difficult to manoeuvre when not riding it). The seat on the X ADV is tall though - I am quite short so I lowered the rear suspension, put the forks up through the yoke to 20mm and fitted a shorter side stand from a Honda 700 Integra which makes it a lot better for me. I love the looks, the comfort and the DTC gearbox and it is quite nippy in sport mode. You definitely need the extra off road pegs if you are going to stand up on it though.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

OK yes good points! That’s great 💯👍🏼

[@grandiagod]

The POV footage from your chest with your knees in frame kinda makes it look as if you're just constantly in a wheelie. Pretty entertaining!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Let’s just pretend that I was doing a constant wheelie 😁

[@abigail_mcleod]

*what in most people head about adventure bike are : - must be big and bully - must look heavy - must look strong like a Bull *what i think of adventure bike : - must be comfortable for long ride - must be Light weight - must easy to fix or have easy brand name like have dealership in almost every country . (experience)

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes you’re right Abi. 💯

[@michaeljohnson2922]

I’m a Harley guy and I’d totally buy this. It’s pretty neat in my opinion, especially as a second bike.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

That’s interesting to know!

[@Pohlenzm]

Wish you guys and others that do these great reviews of this bike could lobby Honda to bring it to Australia. It would tick a lot of boxes for a lot of people.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks very much. Hopefully they will read your comments 👍🏼

[@rodjets8208]

NZ too please!

[@simonmurphy5119]

Just part ex'ed a yammy super tenere 1200 for one of these,and i can honestly say im blown away with how it rides,the dct gearbox is just like silk. You have a hard job to tell its changing gear,i dont miss the manual gearshifting.If you can get past what you look like and experience the amazingly comfortable riding position (6ft1"),then your in for a very nice riding experience.Also mine is averaging 70+mpg with a mixture of sport and standard modes. The negatives are too much plastic and poor powdercoating on centre stand and lower chassis,but some painted on gear oil solves this.So please try one if you get chace,i guarantee it will surprise you.🏍👌

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Wow really that’s great. It’s nice to find a bike that ticks the boxes 👍🏼👍🏼

[@randygravel2057]

You saw thru the complete 1200cc ADV BS

[@ccooper8785]

Wish Honda fitted a nice swing arm like that onto the NC750X...

[@1990-t1j]

So do I. And the handlebars. And the adjustable screen.

[@johntheaccountant5594]

That classic looking Honda CB350 Highness you showed in this video is a nice looking motorbike manufactured in India and sold only on the Indian market. I wish it was available in the UK and Thailand where I live as its simplicity, bench seat makes sense to me.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Ues absolutely. 💯

[@user-sn4xk8iq2n]

When we saw you in the terminator, there your knees did not rest against your chin. After your ride, Honda decided to beef up the frame. And thank you so much for the sheep. There will probably never be such tech-savvy little animals on conals.

[@sherwinsalvatori6997]

Years ago I rode a bike with a design similar to this not sure what brand. It was dam fun a cross between scooter and motorcycle

[@Megadoculous]

These are fantastic. That engine is just superb. I've hired them several times before (for several months at a time overseas).

[@nickmondo222]

it DOES have a manual gearbox. You need to select it. On the right bar, there is a grey button to select automatic, manual or neutral. if you select manual, there are paddles on the left handlebar for manual gear change. it really is easy. maybe the reviewers did not notice this. I have one of these by the way. I live in Thailand. Having said that.........maybe the UK spec does not have this function..........but i would be very surprised if that was the case

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks we did notice 👍🏼👍🏼

[@ianmcrae8860]

No … UK spec/all spec have manual/auto select and the reviewer (for some reason) neglected to mention it and it’s a key element of this particular scooter that differentiates itself from other ADV scooters.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@@ianmcrae8860 All Honda DCT have manual/auto so it’s like mentioning it has handlebars

[@ianmcrae8860]

You mentioned it had an auto gear box though …. Why bother doing that?

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@@ianmcrae8860 because that’s very different to a normal manual

[@NoWay-xu1ie]

My second bike is a kymco ak550. No Eng heat on a hot day. Pretty good wind protection on a cold day. It's very quick and nimble and it will cruise at 80 mph

[@craiglucich2577]

Hey love your channel guys, can you please do the nc750x, keep up the good work

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Hopefully soon 👍🏼👍🏼

[@DanTube2010]

You can buy fold-down rider footpegs as an option. Useful if you want to stand-up when off-road. They're the metal grippy ones.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

OK we didn’t know about that 👍🏼👍🏼

[@Roadunner42KM]

Good video guys. I enjoy the relaxed approach! The sound of the engine was spot on as most dealers here in Ireland don't stock the X-ADV.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

[@florjantrepca]

This bike is a monster motorcycle a monster, beautiful bike

[@antonoat]

interesting concept, not everyone wants a sports bike, perhaps this provides an alternative. With respect Mr Darcy looked a touch ridiculous perched on the pillion seat, lol. Great review guys, Cheers.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes definitely unusual 👍🏼👍🏼

[@konstantinw.1036]

Ur my Favorit Englisch Reviewer. Thanks for your work

[@coberholtzer08]

To me it reminds me of the Honda PCX150, which morphed into the Forza, then leaped to the ADV-150, and now this. The thing about a scooter is, they are light and nimble, great in urban environments. Once you hit 750cc you must add strength aka weight to handle the speed, power, etc. You lose that scooter benefit and it becomes a different tool. I don't see this as a maxi-scooter. A hybrid of a motorcycle and scooter. I think very clever and it does appeal to me. I love my CVT transmission, I did read the set-up on this one and it is ingenious and different. Kudos to Honda for pulling that off. Huh, just noticed they are not selling it in the US. Sadly, the seat height is too high for me. I'm 5'6", 29" inseam. I own a Suzuki DR650, put on a lower seat that is so comfortable, wish I could recall the brand, but after suspension sag, it's still probably around 32"- 31". I have to stand on tip-toes unless I wear heavy riding boots, then it's ball of the foot. It's the only bike I've owned that has frightened me at times - due to the seat height and suspension dive. Get off camber at a stop sign, or sliding in the dirt, oh boy, your butt can pucker if you aren't quick about mitigating. I wish someone would make a lower seat-height vehicle like this. I'm aware of the physic's and that is asking for too much, but maybe if they changed the frame a bit. I believe they could sell more product and attract the female buyers who tend to have smaller inseams like me. Not all, don't get me wrong, but there is something about being able to plant your feet that gives you more confidence. Great review, love your videos.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks very much ❤️ Have you ever considered a royal Enfield Himalayan?

[@coberholtzer08]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan I have read reviews, but we don't have a decent dealership network here in the US, none in TN where I live. Keep making these great videos!

[@coberholtzer08]

The back story to my Honda PCX150 is that I was dying for something different. Went to the Honda dealer with my then 12yr old son, and I sat on a dual purpose Honda 250 and he said the seat is too high, made him nervous. The whole purpose was to find something for him to ride me with me. He looked around and said "Hey, this scooter looks pretty cool". He sat, I sat, hmm...sold. I'd never contemplated a scooter. Fell in love with them. Man, what a machine it is, handles like a Ferrari, I kept up with a Ducati 999 on twisty roads, he couldn't use his horsepower, I could late brake, total confidence that thing gives, catch-up, and off he was gone in an open stretch. He went a few miles down the road, turned around, looked at my scooter, shook his head. "Really? Really? Huh." Never ever underestimate what a light scooter can do in twisty roads. My son and I rode for miles and miles on it, I live in one of the most beautiful places in the US, with roads people travel all over to ride on. Look-up Franklin TN and Liepers Fork. Well worth a visit, and minimal police on the backroads, so you can wail.

[@parsivalshorse]

Seems like a very practical, comfortable and sensible machine. Personally practical and sensible aren't things I look for.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

I get that 👍🏼

[@rotax636nut5]

Didn't ring my bell but thanks for a good review

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes I totally get that. Thanks bud

[@ianduncan325]

Really good review. No faff or bollocks. Personally I like the looks. Loving the sheep guy the way.🫣

[@Christianthephotographer]

I like the looks, the sound is great! I think i ˋd be happy on one of these.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Awesome 👍🏻

[@Thegeordiemonkey]

I love the X adv ever since they came out, this updated version is gorgeous and sounds even better with a nice pipe,can get over 80mpg with it too, its a heavy beast though so try a Tmax to compare, not off roady but great on the twisties.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

That’s great! I can imagine what it sounds like with a different pipe! 👍🏼👍🏼

[@reinmansmith]

I took one of these out for a 45min test ride when I was at ‘Bikefest’ at Goodwood and couldn’t believe how well it performed. It went and handled brilliantly (which I hadn’t expected at all) and once I’d got over the fact of the ‘scooter’ feet forward position it was a great ride and way faster than I expected. The automatic gearbox was always in the right gear at the right time and I couldn’t fault it. Like you my only criticism is that I don’t really like the looks but I think most bikers would be shocked if they took one for a spin. Not sure I’d fancy taking it off road though!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yea it’s much better than it looks. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@andrewmarlow7303]

As a person with a disability that would be perfect for me to tour on

[@stevebolton8471]

Good reviews. X-ADV is based on an NC750X DCT engine and frame, altered to move the luggage space under the seat. Like the NC750X, the weight is low down, as the engine tilts the cylinders forward and the fuel is held low down too. I owned a 2017 NC750X, which has a hard seat. Both the Forza 750 (road going 'scooter') and the X-ADV, are scooter bodies on top of a regular motorcycle frame. They are more expensive than the NC750 but have better quality suspension, TFT display and twin front disks. The DCT is an automatic gearbox rather than CVT, there's no engine hanging off the swing arm.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

[@hondaryder3779]

Well informed.

[@tonibeitlich9948]

Nice Bike, beautiful landscape in Wales 👍Thank's for showing.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks! Yes indeed 👍🏼

[@JKL246]

As a maxiscooter owner in the US, in addition to traditional motorcycles, it would be nice to again have the larger cc scooters available. This one is the pinnacle. In the maxiscooter genre, the looks of this one seem to fit just fine to me. Even that small dip in front of the seat could be helpful in kicking the foot through if there’s a duffle strapped to the passenger seat, instead of having to kick it over the driver seat. Looks like a great machine that I will likely never get to try. Thanks for going out on this limb. I wish I had the option of even considering one.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks very much. Good points that help make sense of the bike

[@andrewjohnson4475]

Weird is good , thankfully we still have companies like Honda that will think outside the box with the likes of this bike and the NM4 Vultus they help make riding more inclusive and allow some people to ride longer into their golden years with their auto gear boxes and innovative designs

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Honda are just great at making good bikes!

[@andrewjohnson4475]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan yes they always manage to come up with something that is top draw the distil and refine it over the years like Porsche have done with the 911 to keep it above the competition

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@@andrewjohnson4475 I certainly am a Porsche man, I think the Honda gold wing reminds me of a Porsche. Mainly because of the engine and dct. The Ol’Man used to have a Carrera s, fantastic car!

[@andrewjohnson4475]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan keep the reviews coming and keep the humour in them

[@SouthWest-jj8yu]

Not seen a recent review of the XAdv always fancied giving it a see what it’s like. There’s always the question of is it a bike or a scooter? It sort of falls between but is really a nc 750 in different clothes. It does have a proven off road record winning the 2019 7000km Gibraltar adventure race beating full on adventure bikes in the process.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

OK that’s good to know! Thanks for the comments 👍🏼

[@tonyly4613]

Thank you very much for making videos you and your Pa Pa are Awesome-I am thinking probably Honda X adv might be my next scooter bike-At the moment owned 2 Yamaha r1 and 1 Kymco spade 150cc-After watching videos about X adv I kind really like it-Because I am a small short man 150 pounds-3 years every day I watched and find out do some research about motorcycle-I am 52 years old I enjoy riding motorcycle every day and I love motorcycle-Be safe love you all the biker around the world-Excellent and Respect from me love you!!! Thanks

[@MyFluffyClouds]

those sheep are beautiful

[@fluffycat087]

I would love to get one of these. Looks great, though I dont expect we will see them in NZ. We have some great trails around the Top of the South and this would be a hoot. Will stick to the 701 lol. Nice vid.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

I don’t think this will come close to the 701 in the trails although it’s great on the road

[@hondaryder3779]

Love to ride over there, but it's too far, i'll stick with old Zeeland, 😜👏🇳🇱 NL, Abel Tasman's great great great grandson😁

[@ianbolton9882]

Thanks

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy! Much appreciated

[@BornagainE]

Bike looks great, I would consider if brought to the states.

[@scout8112]

A tractor on two wheels. I wasn't expecting that deep growl. And it's fun to look at this review, especially because of the "girls". 😁👍🏼

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@blacksquirrel4008]

That step-through makes more sense when you put a Givi box on the pillion.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Ahh ok 👍🏼👍🏼

[@gixxis3264]

Love it , gotta GSXS-1000 & an Aprilia RSV4 , seriously considering swapping the suzuki for this highly practical machine , thanks for the vid

[@gregcoons522]

I live Nebraska USA. Nice bike. I average 30 miles one way. Gas and oil is getting crazy. I have a Honda CRV 2021, AND A HONDA RIDGELINE 2022. 25OOO MILES A YEAR! IM GOING TO LOOK AT HONDA SCOOTERS.

[@mattswindell2486]

I actually think it’s a great looking bike, great engine size, would love to give it a ride on some country roads!

[@ivanmask6470]

Great job as always guys!!! Wales nature broke my heart!!! New ADV350 it’s excellent, but 750 too much for transmission….and Off road for this bike like a ship on ice))

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks very much. Yes it’s ok off road in the dry

[@ToyotaSubieDude]

They should seel these in the U.S. I feel like more people would get into riding because they wouldn't have to shift through gears and you have the storage of a scooter, but the speed of a motorcycle

[@konstantinw.1036]

And there is Place for weapons

[@giovanniricci2869]

Absolutely not my style, I mean scooters, but I really enjoyed the video. Thanks ! ✌

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thank you, yes not our style either

[@flatcapcaferacer]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan Yes me either,, but thanks for broad range of coverage

[@pilyomotoride7781]

Even the sheep wanted to ride the x adv 😆

[@Rhysr172]

Fantastic bike, I could easily see myself owning one. Just got to save the pennies as they're not the cheapest, but for good reason! Great video too, learnt a few things about the bike (extending screen and a handbrake) from this video than I have from the other few videos I've seen, great work.

[@heikothomas5883]

Thank you for the video, I liked it. I did a test ride with the previous model. It's an excellent and comfortable commuter vehicle with low consumption and an engine with enough power for that purpose. Apart from the increased suspension travel It is not much more usable for an offroad bike than any other scooter. After some 25km riding, I found it boring, which is o.k. for commuting but not o.k. for having fun riding.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. Interesting points indeed 👍🏼👍🏼

[@K0nst4nt1n96]

There are additional footpegs that can be mounted for offroad or more motorbike feeling.

[@rubbers3]

Engine seems amazing, it looks decent, and it's probably the most scooter I'd personally go. I do appreciate maxi scooters for what they are - a good form of urban transportation, but they never lure me in. This one, despite being bonkers, has the "so dumb it's actually interesting" thing. It kind of seems like what the classic bagger cruiser would evolve into, given the history turn out just a bit differently (and people not loving the mid XX century styling so much).

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Interesting points indeed 👍🏼👍🏼

[@animeguru6976]

Btw guys You father son duo are jus amazing Loved all your reviews since I started watching ur channel Very subtle and the best thing abt u guys would be your ape like sizes and showing us how even a good bike might look funny with a height like urs 😂 Love from India !! And ya the CB350 is a good bike as well… I’ve been riding tat since a year Hope you can review them some day

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thank you very much haha, really appreciate it 😁😂

[@faidra2011]

Another very nice review! I actually have as a my daily bike the previous version of the XADV Honda ! I am very happy with it ! Regarding the looks either you like it or not, it is a bike that you choose with your mind not with you hart ….

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Haha yes good point 👍🏼

[@OntarioAndrews415]

Thanks for sharing/posting this video. I really do like the looks of this scooter. Sadly, there are no plans for it to come across the shores to North America. Cheers!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. Ok that’s a shame 👍🏼

[@kwak1k]

Looks like a fun bike. Best selling Honda In Europe by quite a margin apparently.. Good work👍

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Wow that’s interesting!

[@kwak1k]

Honda's most successful motorcycle with 44,000 units sold since it's launch in 2017

[@rogerpriestwell6379]

excellent review, excellent humour, had me laughing when the guy grabbed the other guy from behind, also his comment about the girls

[@jeffwatson4908]

Nice review. I have a Burgman 650 for its weather and wind protection comfortable 2 up riding and underseat storage for two full face helmets and jackets. Love it for its intended purpose. have a KLR 650 for fun. This Honda is a puzzle. While identified as a scooter, weather protection and storage are lacking, climbing onboard is awkward so the scooter traits are poor. As an it is compromised too and I assume heavy. So as you said there are bikes which perform better at both tasks and are easier to handle. I like scooters but I prefer one that is more scooter and less something else.

[@sparkmeister4706]

Really like the look of this bike. The colour is amazing

[@matrixdzab7416]

love the sheep

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

They are manx Loaghtan sheep a primitive rare breed 👍🏼

[@matrixdzab7416]

thank you for the info, first I saw that particular breed.

[@goldilocks913]

Nice bike, love the adv approach. Are they soay sheep? They liked the Honda for sure😂

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks! They are Manx Loaghtan sheep; similar to Soay 👍🏼

[@klapphelmfahrer4148]

This definitely wasn´t the bike I expected to find on your channel, as far as Scooters go it doesn´t look bad though. I sat on one at my local Honda dealer and could hardly get my feet on the ground. Regarding the buttons, I am getting my NT 1100 next week (which I am buying because of the comfort), which is actually even worse, I have decided I shall concentrate on riding the bike for the first month, and then fathom out what the buttons do. It´s probably safer that way. Anyway, as usual another good review, have fun and ride safe.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks very much! We fancied stepping out of the box a bit and it’s a very good bike. Good idea to ignore the buttons for a while! I’m really not into all that but lots of people love it

[@blackskunk54]

You can get a footpeg kit. The main point of the bike for me after sitting on one was the very comfortable seat which supports more of your rear end. Very important when you have Arthritis. Also now I am 69 I want the auto box for ease of riding. I think the thing I might struggle with is not having a tank between my legs which I find helps with handling, IOW I prefer bikes to sit in, not on a bike. Maybe you get used to it. I will see soon. I like the fact that a lot of the controls and dash are very similar to my Transalp 750. The horn is a bugger to find, though.

[@vsabljic]

NC750 might be a better fit with a tradional tank between legs

[@robertmarsh3588]

Thanks for your review. The X ADV is a very usable package but not really a thing of beauty. I have the more road orientated Forza 750 which I love and in my opinion looks great.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks very much. Ok that’s great 💯

[@aportilla007]

This bike is going to be a HIT! 😁

[@grantkokich6906]

Yes looks like a cross between a big scooter and a bike. I think scooter riders would like it. Personally not my cup of tea looks wise , but it seems to go at a good speed and has a nice sound.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes well summarised 💯

[@vanyalizza9871]

Hello thank you for the video. This scooter sounds amazing.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thank you 👍🏻

[@reidspeed77]

Yep I like it ,scoots get concessions, lanes,ect,reminds me of the old galira runners,wraparound plastics,CBRish, maxis knoblys and protaper bars,HONDA❤ are built so well,I'm impressed

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Good points indeed 👍🏼👍🏼

[@stevenjones6975]

That comment on the girls made me laugh.i enjoy your vids.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Haha thanks buddy 👍🏼