Review & Ride Honda NC750X 2021 DCT (English), Comparison With 2016 Model, Test, Opinion

[@MrMegaPerez]

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[@Kevin97587]

Have been waiting for you to review this for ages, nobody better than u to do it. Very interrested in the nc what a great motorcycle :)

[@MrMegaPerez]

Thank you Kevin! I’m glad it’s watchable with my English ;) Stay safe!

[@Kevin97587]

@@MrMegaPerez Your English is good, and the effort u make to upload in 3 languages is note worthy. You also build a diverse audience who watches you by doing this.

[@1990-t1j]

No one is more qualified than you to compare these bikes, Alex. To me it looks much more attractive now. I am disappointed that it doesn't have an adjustable screen and Fatbars. The box swingarm still looks cheap. Great bike.

[@MrMegaPerez]

Thank you :) I agree with all your points… I forgot to mention this ugly swing arm

[@kloppskalli]

no fatbars and a basic box swingarm - must be a Honda ... for a litle bit more money I get a Yamaha MT-09

[@1990-t1j]

@@kloppskalli But that wouldn't be any good for his purpose.

[@gusduff7158]

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Geo Alex It was you that inspired me to buy a nc had it for 5 months now its a 2021 model the nc and i will get on just fine. love this nc review very much indepth and covers everthing most of all is having a great time with your mates👍

[@MrMegaPerez]

Thank you:) great choice with the NC 👍 I’m happy that my videos help!

[@jamestorregrossa1185]

Great demonstration, the only disadvantage I have is I live in St. Louis Missouri ( USA) and they don’t let you test ride the motorbikes, I’m only 5‘7“ so I wanna make sure it’s right for me.

[@christophmensch3945]

Yes, you will see me in the NC accessories video! Very good review about our beloved bike by a very experienced NC rider, thanks a lot 👏👍😊!

[@MrMegaPerez]

Thank you Christoph!

[@IdealBike]

Nice review, thanks for sharing. It would be interesting to see what kind of accessories will fit on the new bike.

[@MrMegaPerez]

Thanks! Hope to post it next week :)

[@stanstevens6289]

Great review, very comprehensive, addressing all the questions I have regarding the bike. All I need to do now is test ride one :)

[@MrMegaPerez]

Thank you:) You should definitely test ride it ;)

[@rramirrezz]

very nice review - i agree with your practical view of motorcycling.

[@MrMegaPerez]

Thank you:)

[@Юрий-е9з]

Зашёл просто поставить лайк и поднять просмотры, Алекс молодец

[@MrMegaPerez]

Спасибо Юра 👍👍👍

[@googlewolly]

Great video and really nice village-like place at 13:50.

[@MrMegaPerez]

Thanks :) Germany is beautiful especially in summer ;)

[@googlewolly]

@@MrMegaPerez Looks like it!

[@goose3973]

Great review Allex 👍👍 especially as you have had so much experience with previous models. Getting close to trading my CBF1000FA for the the new model next year. Thanks....

[@MrMegaPerez]

Thank you :) Happy I can help… you will love the new NC!

[@yorkshiremanphil219]

Excellent honest review 👏

[@MrMegaPerez]

Thank you :)

[@jamolljamoll2937]

Love you videos Alex! Great review!

[@MrMegaPerez]

Thank you :)

[@akagi007]

As fresh owner of 21 NC DCT I cannot wait fitting video with old mods. Aftermarket for 2021 model is so poor so hope you help me find alternatives. Big thanks for comparison. BTW - knowing your previous videos and riding style this video didn't surprise me at any moment and that's is good news for both of us :-)

[@MrMegaPerez]

Thank you :) I was thinking this video about accessories will be helpful but I need to edit it first… think I will post it next week or so

[@stevebolton8471]

Givi have designed accessories for 21 model but not yet on sale.

[@mike_sasky8500]

Thanks man, I have the same 2016 and have been curious how it compares to the new versions! Cheers.

[@MrMegaPerez]

Im glad this helps ;)

[@alihsas]

Thank you from KSA.

[@tridentyyz1031]

Good review, the lower ground clearance was noted in a release video I watched. Seems Honda felt people who by this bike don't take it off road. Lol! I was going to get this bike, but I was not sure if Honda Canada was going to carry it and the Triumph Trident caught my eye. Both bikes are a step up from my PCX 150.

[@MrMegaPerez]

I also don’t like the fact about short suspension and ground clearance :/ You should still try to test the new NC ;)

[@tridentyyz1031]

@@MrMegaPerez I went into a Honda dealer a month and a half ago, and they had maybe 3 motorcycles. I think the lower ground clearance was to lower the seat height.

[@stevebolton8471]

They stopped making the lower sport model as the X outsold the sport by a large margin. So they lowered the X for more riders to be able to reach the ground

[@theroadtripraven6694]

Thanks for the review. To me, it just looks like a CB500X now. It lost the NC look completely. The lower ground clearance is also a killer for me. They just took the NC750S and gave it the X letter and some bodywork, this isn't really the same bike anymore.

[@DavidKD2050]

Shame. 19” front wheel and good suspension and it’s exactly what I want. I don’t understand why other manufacturers don’t do a similar bike with the same storage system. They can put a more conventional engine in it, no need to copy the fuel sipping ways of this bike. Anyway I will keep riding my VStrom and hope that someone makes my unicorn bike one day

[@giannhslakiss]

22:34 If you know what is your needs... this the reason to buy this motorcycle.👍👍👍

[@MrMegaPerez]

Exactly :)

[@stevebolton8471]

Good review. I have been looking at the Forza 750 as a better upgrade. If you can live with the scooter design it has a more comfortable seat, twin disc brakes, nicer swing arm, updated upside down forks and a TFT. Of course it is more expensive. I also like being able to move my feet around. From the video the new X display is still hard to read in some directions of sunlight. Of course you must have DCT with the Forza.

[@MrMegaPerez]

Thank you! Many people asked me about the Forza 750… maybe I should get one and do a review about it….

[@ccooper8785]

Great knowledgeable and honest review !! 👍👍👍 Don't know if anything about the new bike would make me want to change from my manual 'box NC750X but I might be swayed if offered a DCT at the right price.....

[@MrMegaPerez]

Thank you! I think just like that :) that’s why I will wait with the new one ;)

[@eddtownson200rr]

Excellent Review

[@MrMegaPerez]

Thank you :) The sounds is not the best but I will try to improve it ;)

[@alexandreeric5691]

Nice video thanks Mate. Small thing : don’t ride without gloves ;-)

[@MrMegaPerez]

Thanks:) I did it mostly because of the turn on/off of the GoPro ;)

[@yongjia1013]

Will the new seat of the 2021 NC fit the 2018 NC?

[@mohamedrizwan7481]

hey man great review, how did buddy modified the seat, you mentioned is much softer. could you tell how was it modded. thank you . Keep up the great work buddy.

[@MrMegaPerez]

Thank you :) He just opened the seat cover an cut out some foam from the seat and put gel pads in there. If you have Instagram I can send you the pictures he showed me when he made the seat :)

[@volt8684]

Great review but no gloves???

[@aGentleUser]

Nice Review, I had also one for a day and can tell you my feelings, compared to my 2014 NC750S. Maybe I should make a video of it too :D The seating position feels comfortable, the wider and higher handlebar changes the feeling a lot for me. BTW I am just 170, and the height is ok. However for a 170 or less beginner, or lighter persons the weight might get tricky when you try to maneuver it backwards or on slopes. The X feels easier to balance at slow speeds then my S, however when going faster around corners I feel I ride the S more by leaning while I get X more around the corners by pushing. My S feels more calmer at higher leaning angles then the X for me, but could be because I know mine much better. When i sat down at the most forward position and leaned forward, bended my arms I felt safer at higher speed, but that seating position did not feel intended for the X. Transmission - In the first minutes it felt quite frightening to loose some control by not having a clutch lever. After a few minutes I rode a narrow wet road in the forrest I really frightened the X might slip because of downshifting surprisingly. But after some more kilometers I started to trust the DCT. When changing gears it feels much smoother then what I do with my manual transmission, the propability of sliping is much less on the new x (the TCS, ABS etc would likely help too, but I didn want to provoke it). Moreover low speed maneuvers with DCT, and a little foot break assist, feel much more natural and easy when you do not have to operate the clutch yourself additionally. At home surprisingly, I tried multiple times, I was not able to turn around the X in in one turn in my yard, which is no problem for me with my S. Tried also manual shifting, but felt like i do not need it. I Preferably rode in standard thru towns and villages, and sport on twistier roads, feels quite good. DCT does surprisingly well what I want. I twist the wrist shortly and the NC makes a small leap to get around a obstancle without changing gears. While exiting a village I twist a little harder and it downshifts, for better acceleration, depending on the twist even 2 gears. That feels quite fast! Going downhill the DCT recognizes the situation quite good and uses engine for motor breaking - my automatic car needs some hints to do it. And finally the gear switching sound is just a klick, which you wont even hear over 50 kph. No hard pull in the drive chain. Beside that the vibrations felt slightly quiter, and the throttle much more gentle, precise then on my NC. That might be the throttle by wire feature. The seat - I have to confess I do not feel any difference compared to mine. But I am also very satisfied with the NCs standard seat. Before my but hurts my knees, hands, ellbows will hurt. The display - it shows more and is perfectly readable. However I do not like the layout somehow and for a new bike I would expect a TFT. Breaks - ok. Just like mine. However compared to more powerful bikes I tried, they need less hand power and will decelerate better then a NC. You get what you pay... Suspension - definitvely much better then on my 2014 NC. The bumps are absorbed better, while the whole bike seems to have better contact with the road. BUT: even the 2014 NC suspension feels much better then for example the one of a Yamaha MT07 :D Windshield - well that part is surprising for me. My NC750S has just a tiny screen and I usualy do not have any problems with wind. I just once noticed it more when riding multiple hours in my autumn gear and an additional rainproof overal over it. The wind protection on the X is slightly better then on my S, but the buffeting with that windshield is horrible for me. The noise at 90kph on the X sounds like 130kph on my S for me. That is for me much more problematic then the wind protection. It got calmer when I have ridden the X standing on the footpegs! Performance - the new one feels slightly more dynamic. In sportmode the new X will downshift 2 gears while overtaking, 60-100 feels faster... BUT I did some 0-100 acceleration some time ago with my 2014 manual NC and needed 5,96 seconds to get to 100kph on the GoPros GPS. My NC showed 97kph at that point in time, likely because the speedometer updates slightly slowly. I was able to hit 100kph on the GoPros GPS with the new NC in sport mode after 5,86 seconds, BUT its speedometer displayed already 110kph at that time!!! :) 200kph sound very optimistic to me. On a comfortable position my will indeed stop to accelerate shortly after 170kph. Laying as flat as possible, bending my ellbows and knees onwards as hard as i can i managed to reach 187kph, maybe downhill slightly more would be capable. But lets face it, the NC can be fast on twisty roads but it is not a speed demon. On the second day the DCT thrill flattened to me. It did just the job. I got mine back with fresh oil and it felt - well - just like my favourite pants. The manual gearbox with fresh oil ran smoothly and felt like a more active more entertaining ride. I felt like just the suspension and the more precise throttle work would improve my NC 750S.

[@MrMegaPerez]

Wow thank you for this extend comment!!! I wish I could give more hearts here ;) I’m sure your comment will help many people 👍👍👍 P.S. you should make reviews my friend :)

[@aGentleUser]

@@MrMegaPerez well i wrote it to a friend and copied it more or less :D If you're curious, finally here's mine: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fnSVgZidobqcd7c I tried to cope with the multilinguality issue by using subtitles

[@volt8684]

Manual every day I sold my 2021 dct

[@aleksanderorowski3755]

I'm 60. Yesterday I passed successfully exam for motorbike driving licence. Is NC Dct good for me as not experienced, old guy, beginner from Poland? My main goal is to have fun for travelling on bike.

[@MrMegaPerez]

Congratulations 🎊 and big respect ✊ for doing the license at this age 👍👍👍 I think that the NC750X DCT is almost perfect choice for you (of course you should test ride it first)

[@chrisw4215]

mozesz brac kazde moto, wszystko zalezy od tego co masz w glowie. jezdzilem 125 przez rok i jak zdalem prawko wsiadlem na 800cc i 100 koni pod tylkiem. pozniej dosc szybko zmienilem na litra i 140 koni. motor Cie nie zabije, brak wyobrazni moze nawet na rowerze zabic. takze bierz to co sie podoba i poznaj moto na ktorym jezdzisz i wszystko bedzie ok. wyczuj sprzeglo, poznaj hamulce, pobaw sie na pustym parkingu w zawracanie, slalomy, awaryjne hamowanie. polecam kanal motojitsu na youtube

[@aleksanderorowski3755]

@@chrisw4215 Dziękuję za podpowiedzi. To jest trafne, motor nie zabije a brak wyobraźni. Teraz mam szał z dobraniem kasku. Nie mam zamiaru oszczędzać na tym ale dopasować kask do mojej głowy to wyzwanie 🤦‍♂️. Oby wrzesień był pogodny to rozpocznę pierwsze 'misje' 😜

[@aGentleUser]

@@aleksanderorowski3755 DCT duzo ulatwia, ja odczulem bardzo pozytywnie i intuicyjnie, wyciaga tez optymum mocy z nietypowego silnika NC. Jesli czerpiesz frajdy z podrozowania moto polecam jazde probna z DCT. Jazda z manuallem jest bardziej aktywna, zwlaszcza w NC gdzie zeby troche posmigac musisz ja trzymac miedzy 4000 a 6000 ale mi to dostarcza troche wiecej emocji. Zwlascza na szybkiej rundzie wieczorem przez pola i lasy ...

[@johnscott9829]

I thought the "X" indicated it was an off road capable bike. So this is a road only bike?

[@MrMegaPerez]

The NC was never an real off-road bike BUT it doesn’t mean that you can go off-road with it ;) The new one has shorter travel and I believe less ground clearance so it’s more street oriented (more than the older version)

[@stratulatus]

Hi Alex I am planning to get a used 2016 and my only question is if Honda have made some upgrades to the DCT for 2021 model or is almost the same transmission. Thank you

[@MrMegaPerez]

They made upgrades to the transmission but the 2016 is Stil fine and has some advantages in my opinion (more suspension travel, more ground clearance, useful tactical wholes on the frunk, cheaper etc.)

[@stratulatus]

@@MrMegaPerez I did try the 2010 VFR 1200 dct and I wasn’t very impressed with shifting. Thank you for your advice.

[@audiophilipp]

What do u like more dct or manual ? What is more realible

[@MrMegaPerez]

I would take the DCT version :) same reliability

[@Forever18358]

Would you like to replace your 2016 nc with this new case, was it worth the difference?

[@MrMegaPerez]

No I would not replace it :)

[@airmix]

Hi Alex, not sure if u have done a vlog b4 but have u considered the x-Adv over your nc?

[@MrMegaPerez]

No I haven’t :) I like the motorcycle look of the nc but I would definitely like to try a xadv (heard a lot of good things about it)

[@elhousagui662]

how did you set the rear suspension with luggage and pillon during your adventures trips.(3 or 4)

[@MrMegaPerez]

Didnt change a thing :) it was still fine ;)

[@wellingtonadauto4521]

Obrigado pelo vídeo em inglês thanks for the video in english

[@MrMegaPerez]

You are welcome :) Greetings 👋

[@lucacima68]

What do you think about the poor tyres Dunlop D609 that NC750X has when is new? They're very dangerous and they wear off quickly! Thanks and bye, Luca.

[@MrMegaPerez]

I don’t know anything about this tires. We have the Bridgestone Battlewings on the NC when we buy it new here in Germany (most of the bikes have it at least)

[@SsiolisP]

Wondering if you could swap the front forks from the older one, plus the taller rear shock, in order to increase the ground clearance? Never really liked the older colours, other than black, but the 2021 model looks great in red.

[@MrMegaPerez]

I think you could do it :) Black is my favorite but blue is also awesome 🤩

[@gusduff7158]

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 hi alex you said at the end of your nc review you are going to talk about accessories i want a lot of puig but am told that 20 - 21 nothing fits

[@MrMegaPerez]

Yes will post this video soon but I can tell you already the old screen doesn’t fit on the new one :( let’s hope they manufacturer will produce something soon….

[@Thetailofthetrident]

I wish that it had fork gators.

[@kloppskalli]

after almost ten years they finally fixed the look of the front - now it just needs a turbo charger ;-))

[@MrMegaPerez]

Turbo would be nice for this "disel-like" engine ;)

[@Negativity808]

Id love to go ride around germany 🇩🇪

[@MrMegaPerez]

It’s nice especially the south :)

[@DavidKD2050]

Gloves?

[@MrMegaPerez]

Yes gloves are important but it’s just my “illness” some drink, eat, smoke to much or do not exercise and I’m not always wearing gloves :)

[@grapewater123]

I regret getting the DCT a little bit, I've found I have less slow control and can't rev the engine when filtering meaning I'm much more quiet when traveling between vehicles which makes me feel less safe.. at a time when I also need max slow control. Also whilst taking bends or roundabouts sometimes it's shifted gear in the middle of my lean which upsets stability. I could go on also about when traveling at a constant 40mph it doesn't seem happy either wants to rev to high or to low, and where your speed might drop off 3mph or so it'll want to swap gears making me feel the gearbox is being a bit busy unnecessary

[@MrMegaPerez]

Wow this is interesting! Thanks for you feedback I think it will help people decide :) I noticed this in roundabouts :/ but I was hoping the DCT will learn that I don’t shift like that over time ….

[@ccooper8785]

Good to hear from an owner of the DCT. I have a manual one and wish I had bought the DCT! 😕 I have always thought, however, that I would probably always ride it in manual mode to avoid just the issues you point out...

[@grapewater123]

@@ccooper8785 Yes but in reality manual mode isn't as good as a manual. So your better off where you are. I just bought it so will live with it, but after three years I'm definitely switching to manual again if I still have to commute using my bike. It's not that bad for leisurely rides but in my opinion it's 70 percent as good as a manual... Don't necessarily believe the hype most say about dct. It's not the one yet.

[@grapewater123]

@@MrMegaPerez unfortunately not, you have to put it in manual mode when approaching roundabouts if you're wanting to take it at speed, once you've put it in manual, then you can select the gear you want for it to stay while making the turn. If you don't do it this way and shift down while still in auto (forced switch, without changing into manual mode) the bike tends to override your gear change you make in seconds. In fact.... thinking of it, it's a bit of a safety issue. As well as not being able to restart the DCT if you accidentally hit the kill switch at 70mph. (Not that I've ever done this but) ...The bike will need to come to a complete stop before allowing you to select neutral in order to restart the thing. Could be major fault if you're on the motorway Trust me you have the right bike if you've got the manual. I'd happily swap mine for the manual and never look back. It's not terrible, it's just not as good.

[@MrMegaPerez]

@@grapewater123 oh yes this is huge… I guess you can’t see all the bad stuff on a short 1-2 hour ride :/ Thanks for this Info again!!!

[@mickleblade]

Very pro review, I still wouldn't buy one as the seat is far too low. Seeing your tall friend folded up on it tells me my knees won't like it.

[@MrMegaPerez]

Thank you :) He actually said that he feels more comfortable on his bike but I don’t know. 1-2 hours wasn’t enough to check it properly :/ I also still prefer my old NC750X from 2016 (just wish I would have DCT now).

[@wildeyestudios5]

The new model will keep tall riders away. I love this bike but with a lowered seat and same foot peg height you loose comfort and worsen posture. @1.89m I think the bmw GS1200 will give a better upright posture

[@MrMegaPerez]

I agree it’s not the best bike for the tall guys :/ but some of the shorter riders will be happy about the new seat height :)

[@233kosta]

It seems like black magic at first - lower seat height, better weight distribution, etc... Until it clicked. No magic. No tricks. No secret. They lowered it. The 6kg weight reduction is nothing to scoff at, but given that it weighs over 200kg, closer to 300kg with a rider, this sort of weight reduction just isn't something you feel much. It'd be like taking 2-3kg off my CB125F. I do that on a long trip just burning fuel. Not something easily noticed. Lowering THE WHOLE BIKE by 30mm on the other hand... Now the moment arm is appreciably shorter and THAT can make all the difference in the world feel-wise. Changes the whole inertial tensor about the lean axis, with and without rider. Assuming the wheels are the same, this should make it more stable AND more responsive to steering input.

[@MrMegaPerez]

It feels more stable and sportier than my NC and especially the DCT is working great. On the other hand the old NC feel more comfortable and a little bit better for gravel roads, long trips etc.

[@233kosta]

@@MrMegaPerez When I'm ready to get one I guess I'll have to try both

[@MrMegaPerez]

@@233kosta exactly! This is the best way to find out :) good luck 👍

[@allanv6620]

Enjoy your reviews and value your comments. However I miss a lot when you are riding as the engine noise overpowers your voice. Perhaps you have the microphone too far from your mouth, or maybe you have the visor open. If not can you raise your voice when riding.

[@MrMegaPerez]

Thank you for the feedback :) I already ordered the internal microphone for the helmet. I think the sound will be better in the next videos

[@alan461]

Put some gloves on mate. Thanks for the vid👍

[@MrMegaPerez]

Thanks for the concern :) I think I said why I didn’t wear them in the German video… I had to change mods, turn off and on the camera etc. usually I wear them when I’m touring :) Stay safe

[@sandwaves5642]

No cruise control ( even though it's ride by wire ) shorter shocks' travel, not signigicantly better suspension function, same old swingarm, flimzier storage lock, clunkier drive-work.... And the "X" - why is it still there - in the name ? Now it's only a flat-road bike. Very pitty - Honda managed to screw up their best motorcycle concept 🤢 A dumb and stingy policy, that tries to push people towards their most expenive things - if quality is wanted. Well, I know - I speak for MANY like me, that can not have the Africa Twin - it is too heavy for us ( too high center of gravity...) - the old farts.... and the Goldwing is tooooo expensive + also only for flat roads. This - NC - I actually CAN lift up if it drops. So if Honda has a basic IQ - they must know their customers. OK - so I tried this new NC.... deliverd it back, and offcourse NOT going to buy it.

[@jimporter]

To make way for new bikes probably being announced at EICMA in November, the rumoured CFR850L and the NT1100.

[@sandwaves5642]

@@jimporter Ye.... probably. But I need a GOOD NC ..... with a trunk / storage..... 😬