2020 Honda Africa Twin 1100 Adventure Sports Review | Daily Rider

[@RevZilla]

To read Zack's in-depth article about the all-new Honda Africa Twin 1100, head on over to RevZilla's Common Tread online magazine: rvz.la/3hn2hkT

[@as89189]

good idea with the leaderboard. very graphic.

[@johnnythomas3975]

What gloves are you wearing?

[@c-w-h]

I am a truck driver. I like the customized options. specifically. ENGINE BREAKING... I might actually buy a motorcycle soon. This might be the one.

[@americandude3825]

I know it’s not the same type of bike but how would you compare this to a Kawasaki versys 1000 LT SE+? I only ride road. No trails.

[@dendec7631]

I cant believe how much I missed Zach and Ari reviewing motorcycles, no one does it better than them.

[@nuur2825]

Check out fortnine on youtube if you haven't. He does as well or even better.

[@markfisher5189]

Who else subscribed to Motor Trend for their brief tenure on that Platform?

[@10melah5]

Africa Twin owner: "I like traction control on level 3, wheelie control on level 1, coffee control on 190* and the AC set on 72*" KLR owner: "I found a milk crate in the ditch!"

[@c0dy1287]

You could park a KLR like how you parked your bicycle as a kid, hop off toss it on its side on the lawn, go inside for some juice, come back out, pick it up and keep rolling lol.

[@tempestandacomputer6951]

@@c0dy1287 You WANT to pick up the klr?

[@illuforce]

@@c0dy1287 People do that with their bicycle? I get pissed if my MTB is lying on the ground.

[@jimperry4420]

Could buy 3-4 Klr’s for the price of the Honda.

[@10melah5]

jim perry you can buy 3-4 KLR’s and have enough left over for a new double wide WITH heat

[@TheSeldonPlan]

I see an mc commute video of a bike I will never buy, I click.

[@TheGggttt]

Sadly Zach isn't on mc commute anymore. Good thing we have daily rider

[@rohanvarghese1829]

Back in the days MC commute videos were so 👍👏😊 Anybody remember chasing eclipse video on Harley and Indian.. It was 👍😻👍

[@arjenbootsma6881]

Ever since Zack started this Daily Rider series with trying to balance the bike at stop signs without a foot on the ground, I've been trying to do the same. Thanks, Zack....

[@alltruckeredout]

Same!

[@Lowsid3r]

Been doing the no foot stop at stop signs since I started riding. Love seeing Zack try with all the different bikes!

[@Remymoto]

I try regularly. I also fail almost as regularly. But I'm getting better.

[@sinzies]

I only just saw this series and I started watching it and I'll definitely be doing this at stop signs.

[@kdmcc7]

Always done it. Great fun!

[@WORKnoBRAG]

Africa Twin is just a handsome lookin bike 😍

[@quantumleap4023]

Not 'just'

[@mr.b3168]

Ugly hunk of plastic

[@portlandshomlessproblem1728]

I agree that’s one of the reasons I bought it

[@Punicia]

@@mr.b3168 Your mom is an ugly hunk of plastic

[@chamade166]

@@mr.b3168 500$ says your BMI is higher than your IQ.

[@Fmendonca10]

I’ve had my AT since 2018 and I am still in love with it. Best bike I ever had.

[@kodypagel9167]

Well apparently the 8th and 9th gen Civic engineers never left Honda...the twin dash is back baby!!! 😂

[@rocketrollsvlogs7625]

adjustable everything... She's top heavy and not built for anyone below avg hgt. Most off road action you can just put 2 gallons in her and she will run over 100 miles and be 25 lbs lighter up top. The base model is the same. 5g tank, leave 3 g out and run the bike at 480lbs. Dirtbikes don't typically have over 2g anyway. If you are riding on the road, gas her up and see if you can go 300 miles...

[@PleadTheFifth_Racing]

I picked up the 2022 version of this bike as my very 1st motorcycle. I gotta say I couldn't be happier with this bike both on and off road. It is a big bike and I'm not a very big person at 5'6" and 175lbs. That being said once you get this tall heavy bike moving it handles really well.

[@theautobarber9403]

You reallly got it as your first bike dammnn

[@PleadTheFifth_Racing]

@@theautobarber9403 My left leg is partially paralyzed and I cant work a foot shifter. The Africa Twin with the DCT was a good fit to try and see if I could even ride a motorcycle. It was this or the Rebel 1100 with the DCT and I'm not much of a cruiser fan and the AT had better re-sale if it didn't work out. Turns out I absolutely love riding and I bought a Ducati Streetfighter V4SP2 as my 2nd bike added an electronic speed shifter to control the foot lever for me. It's an absolute riot to ride and pretty fast for a naked bike. I'm on the hunt for a true sport bike next. I cant decide between the S1000RR M-Package or the Honda CBR-RR Fireblade. The BMW has so many great features for the road, is highly tunable, and all around a killer machine. The Fireblade is nothing but a weapon of speed which is appealing since I already have a comfortable commuter and offraod bike in the Africa Twin, a decently comfortable naked bike with a true 200whp after upgrades and tuning.... It's a tough call because I can't test ride a bike with a standard shifter. I have to base my purchasing off or reviews, data, and just sitting on the bikes statically.

[@JDuBz815]

530lbs isn't too bad. But combined with the long travel suspension I can see it being awkward for some at stop signs and intersections. I have a CB1100 which is closer to 550lbs but lower to the ground. Really not heavy in most cases. 6.5 gallons sounds great for commuting or long rides. Thanks for the awesome video as always

[@SuperSnallygaster]

I've been waiting for this. I'm heading over to the dealer today to take a look. Thanks for the great review!

[@SuperSnallygaster]

Update...plenty of power, great suspension, transmission and fueling. Didn't get to fool with all the tech though. Ergos were a bit off for me, going to look at other options before figuring out how I might fix the riding position to fit.

[@HighMaintenancePS]

@@SuperSnallygaster Tried a V Strom 1050 yet? And ergonomics, did you find it to tall, or otherwise?

[@bertbirge3617]

At last, a good Africa Twin video on a standard transmission!! Very well done sir! Your right on on all you talked about! Thank you!

[@cosmozellman]

The best camera-forward motojournalist in the business! More vintage daily riders, plz :D

[@zackcourts2280]

workin' on it! 👍

[@Makermook]

I have a Himalayan and I absolutely love it. Cheap, cheap to run, but not cheaply built. I just did a 2000 km trip on it, as a matter of fact. But seeing videos like this one definitely gives me Africa Twin envy. I've never been attracted to the KTM or BMW lines, but the Africa Twin has been my crush for decades.

[@egorm8952]

Is it true what they say about Himalayan, that it's kinda slow on the highway? I want to get one, it's the only one I can afford new tbh, I like the looks of it, but 27 HP ... What do you think?

[@Makermook]

@@egorm8952 - I wouldn't ride mine on the highway. I suppose it might go 75 mph, but you'd really have to ask for everything it'll give. On the other hand, it'll go 55-60 all day long, and very comfortably.

[@talltale9760]

@@egorm8952 it’s obscenely slow. I’ve gotten mine to do 75mph but I wouldn’t buy one if you regularly see yourself doing more than 55mph

[@tylerscottrusty]

Watching this in Jan 23’. Hoping to get myself an AT very soon. I have longed for one for awhile. This video has double sold me. The best review ever!

[@THELASTRID3R]

Did you find one? Impossible to get ahold of one here in the US.. been waiting since last Oct, the dealer keeps pushing out the delivery date.. plus Honda is still not offering the 23 model year for the US, not even listed on the Honda site.

[@adamschrammel2010]

It is because of this review that I bought my Africa Twin. Zacks opinion is worth far more to me than any other journalist's.

[@pyrodoll2422]

Cheers Zack once again. Having a 2 up test ride of one of these beauties on Saturday with a strong view to buying. Got a decent offer from my local dealer for the electronic suspension manual with quick shift, full outback luggage and centre stand so more than tempted. 🤞🤞

[@czierwo]

Love the closing clip. 99% of people would freak out scared of dying, I react the same way as Zack did. WTF?!... and just move on living your life :) Awesome review all in all, as usual!

[@lee155912000]

I just started riding last year and live in a small town. Im 6'1" 175lbs. Ive only ever ridden my 2000 Vulcan 500 and seen a couple of Harleys and Goldwings. I finally got to see an adv bike in person yesterday and holy hell are they big. This Africa Twin is GIGANTIC. I understood the size of a Goldwing (Its like a van on two wheels). I did NOT understand from youtube videos that an African Twin or a Tenere 1200 or Versys 1000 would be just as big if only in a different way. They may not weigh as much but they are HUGE in person. I plan on getting the Honda nc750x or vstrom650 but even the V-strom 650 in person seemed big. But not much bigger than the nc750x so idk. In summary, I'm just saying that these bikes are huge and are super intimidating

[@doublex632]

I'm glad you got another gig, your very talented in what you do, big fan from days way back, thanks

[@monkeydooby9694]

Finally! Zack and Ari's back!

[@ScrambleNorth]

I sure wish my 2017 had cruise control-They're awesome bikes for sure. Recognized my old stomping grounds immediately.

[@paulnadeau7511]

Zack - love your laugh and how you really tell it like it is. I have a Versys 650 which I love... but have been tempted by the Africa Twin. Really appreciated your excellent review!

[@kalimarus]

I moved to a 2021 ATAS DCT from a 2017 V650 LT. Other than price the AT is all around a better bike imo. Shockingly good handling too, wasn’t expecting that, and I had ridden the 2016 and was unimpressed with handling. The newer gen made changes to the frame etc and it shows. It’s about 95% of the handling of the Versys due to the larger wheels, but magnitudes better on dirt roads and comfort overall. Plus even more fuel range and still low octane fuel. The electronic suspension is like having multiple bikes in one, CarPlay is awesome on a bike and DCT is fantastic. Amazing package overall. It feels no more heavy than the Versys too, which shows how well they managed the CG on the Africa twin, it weighs 75 lbs more (50 with luggage on the LT). Give one a try!

[@St4ticBloodLust]

I would like to see you get a Triumph Tiger 900 to rate against the Africa Twin. I think it would take the #2 spot on that board, probably not by much but it would still be a good comparison for the general public.

[@axellness]

this would be dope!

[@ronnie.b31]

I second that

[@thekaizer666]

2nd

[@BMWWolf]

Yes.

[@nickthequick]

Very clear, sufficiently objective, and very fluent review with no discernable repetitions. You are very good at this sir.

[@zackcourts2280]

Right on, glad you liked it, Nick. Thanks for watching

[@reptilesgamers00]

this is such a good show. Ima watch every episode. Love how you put practicality at the top of the list.

[@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr]

Great review Zack! Glad to see you doing this again. Honda reliability is undisputed, but too heavy and a bit pricey for my use. Thanks. Ride safe.

[@ckidphotography1318]

Used market they depreciate in 3 years to around 10k with 11k miles

[@ondank]

I road one of these a few weeks ago for a few hundred miles. So I will share my opinions if anyone cares. Horrible around town but lovely on the motorway. It is so stable! And the handlebars just left you leaver it well on twistier roads. But yeah, the minute you have stop start traffic it was miserable. I put that down to the jerky throttle response that Zak mentions and the aggressive engine breaking and somewhat harsh breaks. The seat height wasn't a problem for me, except for the fact that the foot pegs seem to be exactly where your legs would be when you put your foot down, forcing them out to a wider position. Also. Its really heavy. I have a GTR1400 as my normal bike, which is heavier, but its lower to the ground, whereas that weight up high on the Africa Twin makes the weight really obvious. However, on the last leg of my journey, I ended up in a flash storm, and had to drive on a semi flooded motorway whilst filtering, then through several severely flooded south london streets, roads covered in gravel. It was completely unfazed by any of that. So if you do live somewhere a little off the beaten path, then this might really be for you.

[@tHaH4x0r]

Have you tried flashing the ECU? I heard it helps with a lot of choppy throttle issues for a lot of modern bikes. The choppy throttle is usually caused by running very lean, which is necessary to pass Euro 4/5 compliance testing.

[@khaccanhle1930]

For a minute there, I thought this WASN'T revzilla. I'm so used to seeing your face on another channel.

[@LEEGOOVER9901]

MC garage

[@timanderson6499]

Zack is the best moto reviewer on KZbin. Keep up the good work zack

[@juliocnz]

Always watching these videos of big bikes while looking to my small GS. She gets MAD!

[@druegeme]

Great review so fun and informative. Best MC show on the tube these days! Hope for many more. Maybe some 'used' 5-10 year old bikes but I get it probably not much sponsorship for that.

[@colincoleman2536]

Zackeroo nice informative video you seemed to have the measure of the complicated controls on the bike where others have failed so well done you keep it going, your opinions are valued.

[@zackcourts2280]

Many thanks, Colin 👍

[@aespillers]

Thank you for riding through south bay. Hometown. I've put 5k miles on my ATAS DCT ES. Love it.

[@forestmotoadventures]

Buy my ‘21 ATAS ES DCT “Darkness Black” this month 🤗💯

[@Mycatz]

I’ve got a Honda Africa twin 2021 manual and I’m 5’9 and my inseam is 32 IN with boots. This is my first bike and I took a driving course last week. And now have my license. The bike is so huge and heavy it’s so scary turning it. The power is fine I can go shift into second and come to a clean stop. I practiced going up and down a hill no issues and stopping at an incline and going without rolling backwards got all that down. Got onto the road and practiced going and turning around within two lanes to the left and right but it’s so scary I don’t think I am going to be able to master it on this bike. In class I was doing circles at 25 mph no problem. I guess I’m gonna pay it off and sell it to buy a new one maybe I’ll be riding in a year if I’m lucky.

[@Mycatz]

Had to edit this my inseam is 32 IN with boots. But I ordered a kit that’ll lower the front and back 50 MM and a seat that takes off 30 MM So between the two I should be good. And Honda said it wouldn’t void my warranty.

[@talltale9760]

Definitely something you just have to build confidence for. The lowering kit will help a lot too

[@philrc1]

Love Zack and Ari. I glad to see they're now where I can watch.

[@S14tube]

What an excellent review - articulate, knowledgeable and highly informative. You da man Zach. (oh, and you can ride too!!)

[@mojomanmurph1925]

Been researching it for months now. I really like this motorcycle for both off road and street, it looks really sharp along with that Honda quality. The only problem being 5'7" that seat height even at 32.whatever" with being top heavy I can't get used to so I am looking at the Honda CB500X and saving for it. Very popular model for us vertically challenged riders.

[@zackcourts2280]

CB500X is a great bike, I'd definitely recommend it if you're attracted to the style and size.

[@chrissweetavena]

I'm 5'8 started off with a drz moved to an nx650 which is 34inch seat height and i manage. So I figure if I adjust the seat to the 33 inch and order the low seat I think it shouldn't be to difficult

[@eliotsalandybrown]

Zack you're a fantastic journalist and presenter. Thanks for these insightful and enjoyable videos.

[@usbsol]

answering the viewers questions is a great feature -thanks 🙂

[@blackbuttecruizr]

Excellent review... So happy you are back doing this kind of stuff.

[@acquisitium]

i sat on it today. Intimidating as the reviewer says is the best word. feel like a motor for people of 2 meter and over

[@skyworks1621]

As a 2019 Vstrom XT rider I kind of miss just sitting on the bike and have fun without thinking about rider modes and every single thing to adjust. But that is the way motorcycle brands are going. Nice as always Zack.

[@sebastiangeorge7714]

Royal Enfield is not 😁

[@andrewkitchenuk]

I own an 1100 ATAS and to be honest, once you have it set to your liking you don't have to be making adjustments all the time and do just ride it like any other bike without all the tech trickery.

[@chrissweetavena]

Can't you just leave it off

[@doxasnob8137]

Thanks Zac. I appreciate and love your "Daily Rider" format. I also am the proud owner of a 650 Kawasaki Versys LT. Love it and it fits me well.

[@agedwards63]

This is how EVERY bike review should be done excellent!!

[@dglesterhardunkichud7860]

I wish I was as chill as Zack when the guy cuts him off at the end.

[@andrewkitchenuk]

Had 3 ATAS models in the last 5 years, a 1000 and 2 x 1100s and love them. As far as slow speed jerkiness is concerned it does take a few hundred miles to get used to it with the light clutch and the fly-by-wire throttle but once you know how to use the controls it's fine.

[@Movieman1965]

Ok. So all it needs is a center kickstand and this Africa Twin is the perfect adventure motorcycle! Awesome!

[@RevZilla]

Honda love their center stands, and if there isn't one available from them already I'd say it should be on the books soon! -Zack

[@joakimf4868]

Is there a daily ride with the Tenere 700 coming any time soon?

[@mj_aussie_coaster_travels8310]

That’s the one I wanna see. T7 will hopefully be my next bike.

[@zackcourts2280]

We'll do one at some point, yea... in the meantime, Spurgeon made a video and covered a ton of topics: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fXepo358g9FnnNk

[@TheStig272]

@@mj_aussie_coaster_travels8310 Next on my list as well

[@davidrespect6471]

I actually wanna see one of the new tracer 700

[@sheynchapman9829]

I hope cause it looks really promising

[@ashermerkabah]

I'm generally not a big fan of ADV bikes, as far as their looks goes. I tend to gravitate toward the more classic styling of a Bonneville or Interceptor 650. My friend recently traveled across country to come visit on his KLR650 and I got a chance to take his bike for a spin and loved the comfort of it, but really don't like the looks. I currently own a TW200 and an RE Interceptor 650. I like the TW because it fits in the back of my short bed pickup truck and I can take it camping and it's the perfect bike for cruising around the Big Horn mountains here in WY and I love the INT650 for cruising around my small town for a quick half hour to hour long ride but quickly realized that doing longer 100+ mile trips isn't optimal on it. I've tried changing the peg position, got a Motone 1" up and 1" back bar riser and an aftermarket touring seat and it still just doesn't compare to the KLR my friend has, comfort wise. I'm also finding myself growing out of the HP of my INT650 and would like to do some long rides. I've seen the Africa Twin at a couple dealerships around me and especially love that classic Honda red white and blue with gold wheels color scheme, like in this video. I have a feeling this bike will definitely be in my future in the next 2 or 3 years. It actually looks good and I'm very impressed with the range on it, wow! Anyway, sorry for the long comment and thanks for the great comprehensive video Zack!

[@Cobalttoyota]

I waited this whole video to hear about DCT and then it was only mentioned in passing at the end. As a 2019 ATAS DCT owner, I think that’s the biggest reason to pick an AT over other brands.

[@mostlybroadbandbandit]

Its either going to be the biggest reason to buy it or the biggest reason to shy away. I love my DCT, but I know other owners who absolutely hate it.

[@billallen4793]

I wanted to hear about that also...from Wyoming USA 🔫🤠🇺🇸p.s stay safe

[@mostlybroadbandbandit]

@HellsSgt not even offroad "ish". I go on full blown trails with mine lol

[@rickseibel5904]

Lovin’ my ‘17 AT DCT.

[@pyrodoll2422]

Just watch practically every other AT video, Honda must be pushing the dct like hell. It's manual reviews that are thin on the ground.

[@stoneblue1795]

I enjoy your reviews and adventures with that other hipster guy quite a bit. Also, great job on the Versys film lately.

[@alexworks9659]

What!? Zack and Revzilla? Oh yeah!!!! Missed your commutes!

[@mrwobbly185]

Ah, found you again Zack. Marvellous. Great vid. Thanks. Have an AT. 6,000 miles in, it’s fabulous. Great bike for commuting and fun. Buy one!

[@GIGABACHI]

I'am a regular ADV category hater (less so after riding the category's icon, the BMW R1200GS) . . . 🙄 But this motorcycle LOOKS AMAZING( no stupid beak ! WOOOHOOO ), SOUNDS AMAZING and seems to do everything a rider would ask of it. Thanks for the review, my fine gentleman. 👌🏻😎👍🏻

[@HighMaintenancePS]

Ha, the more we mature the more we realise these types of bikes and super competent, comfortable and arguably the best type of design for fast comfortable touring, single or two up.

[@GIGABACHI]

@@HighMaintenancePSI hate the looks but can't deny their functionality. They make for great "travel mules". 👌😎

[@KimCruz1]

Great review zack! Looking forward to the next one- the tenere 700!

[@johnnydangerously9598]

Wss stoked to stumble on this video and see Zack. Back it in!

[@jeditobiwan]

I love how my motorcycle internet searches have just become "daily rider [motorcycle model]"

[@geetarthneo]

I am so glad that Arri and Zack are back. 🤩🤩🤩

[@mikesampont6091]

Please do a daily ride review on the 2020 KTM 1290 Super adventure R. Love your videos brother.

[@DjMarkyBatch]

You guys are amazing, your content has occupied many hours of my life. Great video, only now do I realise the effort of making these videos after starting to do my own channel. Well done. Enjoy, stay safe!

[@theonlyredspecial]

love the bike ,traded in to get one last week after a demo. nicely done article thanks. love the 300mile tank range.

[@forestmotoadventures]

Have $500 quid down on 2021 Darkness Black version…waiting for engine guards OEM upper “light bar” (aka crash guard) to arrive and be installed….Also, I am a couple inches shorter than Zack but didn’t feel the bike was that tall…maybe his seat choice (34?) was to high.

[@bigbearbland]

Was in my Honda shop today getting some lube to change my final drive and was looking at this exact bike. What a ride! In 1975 i bought a 72' Honda XL 250 with my first check from my first job. I was 15. This bike took me right back to then. I loved being able to just turn L/R and hit a trail! I would have bought this bike today except for ONE thing. At 58, 6'1" 235lbs, the height and center of balance makes for quite a challenge, I would suppose. I see my future actually riding someones for the day or at least half before dropping 20g's. It would certainly take a few trips away from my GoldWing from what I am told for being able to hit the trail/camp ect. We'll see come November. Ooh just imagine, a new bike with abilities that outweigh the cost, reliable and ready to function in the modern world with historical value. It'll go great with our second term POTUS!

[@FragEightyfive]

340 miles is a long time. My Versys will do mid-high 200's and even that feels like a long time. 250-280 miles. if I'm cruising just under freeway speeds and I need a short break every 3-4 hours. 3 hours is ideal, stand up while fueling, keep going.

[@Firestorm637]

Expensive but is ready to go. No expensive add ons on a depreciating vehicle. Nice job Honda!

[@christenney5435]

Please please pleeeeeease find a Tenere 700 to ride! Awesome content as always, Zack.

[@Neiljitsu]

I had the older 1000cc bike. I didn't like the handling on road, the tubed tyres were a pita, it wasn't fast at all but it was great off road. Kept it for 18 months and sold it. Back on a bmw gs again.

[@atoka45]

Great comprehensive review! Thanks! Good to see you again!

[@iamkaioken]

Always love the ride dude. Looking at add one to the stable next year, I can't wait to hit the road and explore.

[@pmdinaz]

Got a kick out your giggle in the intro. It was subtle but I heard it. I get a kick out of hearing you giggle and laugh when the bike is being forced to misbehave haha.

[@operationsoperations5515]

Hey buddy great review as usual, but whats up with the fencing pose at the beginning of the video

[@Ritalie]

it seems so easy for Kawasaki to just build a 2 cylinder version of the KLR-650. A paralell twin is what turns a motorcycle into an Adventure Bike. Having 75 horsepower instead of 42 horsepower, would make a KLR a more versatile bike. They could even make it a KLR-600 twin. A twin would produce way more smoothness, more top speed, and shorter gear ratios for driving slow in the woods (parallel twins can idle extremely low).

[@toltod]

Could they please update the firmware so you don't have to press the touchscreen after starting the bike? Make the warning last 10 seconds and then go away. Otherwise your going to be driving and then realize you forgot to click it....terrible distraction while your on the move.

[@ZenScapeOasisPure]

Always quality stuff coming from Zack, best reviews, cheers man, even watching the bike reviews I'm not really interested in lol

[@gatti493]

reviewers make a real big deal about how complicated the screen layout is and all the buttons on the left handle bar , i am 54 and havent been on a bike since the 80s, i have just bought an Africa twin, after two days with the bike i completely understood the set up of the buttons and what they did , in this review you have not made a big deal of it fair play to you ! Seriously this is NOT Rocket science , a mobile phone has a FAR bigger learning curve , i am a very average IQ , you or anybody would be VERY FOOLISH to let any scare mongering about how hard it is to use that bloomin console , ITS NOT HARD AT ALL, a quick look at any video on you tube of it and it becomes childs play and quite enjoyable.

[@michaeldobson8859]

Good review Zack. I like the way you discuss the controls and display while riding, just the way an owner would need to deal with the complexity of the controls, while in situation. The discussion and comparison between competitors is valid and accurate. Honda has built a good upgrade to their original new AT bike. I also like the way Honda packaged the bike. Pick the AS version and you get all the pieces, verses getting pinged for multiple packages and individual options that stack prices up and up. I missed the heated seat and grips discussion. Does it come with those two features or not?

[@caseyrice768]

I DID learn something and I DID have fun. Thanks!

[@alexm6340]

20:25 I mean, considering how easy it is to put wheelie control in the software since they already have it developed. It's just a selling argument. Most adventure bikes don't really need it but it sells so it's there.

[@DerpEye]

i've test ridden the adv dct with electronic suspensions. It's 250kgs, but you can't really feel the weight. The seat height is pretty low at 82cm, the saddle is narrow. My 2017 is 85cm and feels much higher.

[@TommyBarnezTV]

Awesome bike, havent ridden the adventure sport yet, just the standard which was an outstanding ride

[@nicklizardi8526]

Can't wait for you guys to review and make a video on the Rebel 1100

[@danemoll4065]

I love my 2017. Giant Loop Great Basin is a great backrest when loaded correctly. Great review.

[@rafa_olpa]

Just subscribed ONLY because of Zack, MC commute or revzilla commute, as long as he is riding, i will follow. Great video, keep 'em coming brother. Love from Greece!

[@zackcourts2280]

👋

[@bernarddulmet4909]

I have a standard CRF 1000 mechanical gearbox, model year 2018, i.e. second version with ride by wire and 4 riding modes. I rode it 11 000 km, the majority on tours with my spouse. We appreciate its flexibility and its altogether smooth but not boring manners, but there is a couple of technical points I would like to know about the 2020 model. The load capacity of the CRF1000L is 213kg, including everything (accessories, luggage, passengers). It is relatively modest for traveling with pillion. Because the standard and DCT have the same chassis and the DCT is heavier, its load capacity is even down to 195kg. For comparison, a smaller 650 Vstrom legally endures 230kg of cargo. If it was not for duo riding capacity, I would have preferred a lighter and less expensive bike than the CRF 1000. What about the cargo capacity of the new models ? My second question : when coming to a stop, the CRF1000 tends to fall at the exact moment you come to the complete stop. The bike is very stable at 15km/h, but if you forget to use the rear brake, the release of the diving of the mellow fork when you reach zero speed may surprise you, especially with a fully loaded bike (you will not notice that when riding solo with almost no cargo). I also find that achieving very tight hairpins turns on narrow mountain roads is more difficult than on a street bike, especially on steep ascents and with the passenger. OK, I know you have to lean the bike and counterbalance, but with pillion and the mass transfer in ascent, it needs practice to succeed. As a whole, the height of this bike makes is not super accessible for the passenger. Would these points be noticeably better with the electronic suspension and/or the DCT ?

[@rajeshbashyam5650]

Great to see you back in action Zack !! nice one .

[@Smaug1]

6:57 - Wind hits him in the shoulders. This is PERFECT. That's where the vents are in jackets! How about a comparo versus Versys 1k, V-Strom and Super10? 26:10 - Sounds good to Mr.-I-don't-like-parallel-twins, eh? Hi praise indeed. We need a comparo vs. DL1000, Versys 1000 and Super10. Forget the stupide Euro bikes for the moment. Most of the USA is not thinking about them, they're too expensive.

[@ankrich04]

Another superb review. would love to see Honda CB500X on this channel. We definitely need any bike to dethrone the Versys ;-)

[@oldmanhare]

Great review. Riding one myself after owning my Multistrada, I found it lacking in almost every category on road. However, if I spent a lot of time off road I would give it more consideration.

[@coolhandchunk]

Gotta factor in reliability, servicability and maintenance costs too... this is where the Japanese bikes will always shine

[@oldmanhare]

@@coolhandchunk no doubt owning a Ducati has logistical drawbacks, but 15000 miles and counting with no issues here.

[@Angry-Lynx]

Cafe racer :p

[@12masterr]

@@coolhandchunk the heads are copys of the motocross bikes,let's see how good the accumulate miles!

[@coolhandchunk]

@@12masterr should be ok, engine is under low stress

[@Jumacado]

The most reliable adventure motorcycle without a doubt, if what you want to do is go far and forget the reliability problems of other brands, an engine with a very low compression, an engine for life, I think Honda has succeeded in designing such an engine , an oil filter, for example, which is carried by many cars and sold anywhere in the world, suspensions that, even though they are electronic, are light years away in reliability than those mounted for example by bmw or ducati ... a almost perfect bike in my opinion.

[@jmeditatesonamoto7050]

Love your videos, get to see Long Beach to palos verdes, old stomping grounds when I lived in Long Beach. I’m now in Costa Rica.

[@GaryJohnWalker1]

Great as ever - wish RevZilla did have more of a UK presence - international shipping's a pain. And wish there was a CB1100T - not an RR, R or even an F. Just a decent plodder roadster with this engine - and probably frame and electronics. Akin to the R1250R, slightly forward leaning ergos, bit of a wind deflector but no real screen, and just something with decent everyday performance, long distance range and comfort, and honda reliability. Without the ADV stance. A sedan/saloon not an SUV/crossover in 4 wheel terms. Must be old.

[@michaeldobson8859]

I would add that in comparing the GSA to the AT is that Honda’s commitment long term has always been lacking. Honda does not keep the parts inventory that BMW has always done. Try getting a part for the 2003 AT bike. In fact you can get all the parts for say a 1976 R90s bike but not at Honda!

[@GhostRider-ms1ep]

NICE TO SEE YOUR VIDEO ,I THINK BY FAR YOU ARE THE BEST . LIVE YOU STYLE BRO. PLS TRY TO WHEELIE MORE . I LOVE WHEN YOU DO IT

[@KingCast65]

Damn you better be 6-2 to ride this thing. I sat one yesterday. I am 5-9.5 and for me my Tiger800 is the perfect size. I am a very experienced rider but even just getting on the damn thing I had to focus to throw it upright as I swung my leg over. I'm sure it's a great bike but to me it's every bit a Big Man's bike fasho.

[@samiam5326]

Hi Zack, this or the V-Strom 1050 XT?

[@returnrider4952]

I just subscribed and hit the bell when I saw this video come up with Zac's face, haven't even watched it yet but its going to be awesome. Hope he can back it in and... does it wheely????

[@toltod]

as always, you give great reviews. Thank You!

[@jonarmitage9149]

I am an odd duck duck here maybe but I have the first year crf1000l dct and have ridden each of the models since and honestly they are more refined sort of...I have always felt like the first model is what Honda meant it to be without the design being hampered by the "market" ...it is really just a big damn crf250l that you can travel on....I did get bitten by the fork tubes going bad... and just did ohlins front forks and an ohlins rear shock ...I feel like Honda built the best real world big adv bike out there for 80-20 users. It is Not a ktm for heroes that just want to beat a big bike like it is a hard enduro beta300, or race like 450ktm, or tour like a 1200gs...it is an approachable big 80-20 adv for real avg. people who like to ride and enjoy it... Just as a side note the ohlins set up from cogent is far better (lightyears) than any of the factory versions I have ridden...it is lost in the noise sometimes but the standard model is also one of the shortest seat height, while still keeping ground clearance big advs out there...also very easy to open the cockpit up to ride standing if you are tall and have long arms (flip the handle bar risers around) so if you are 6'4" with short legs and long arms ;-) no problems. I have done several 3 and 4 week camping tours of the western us 7-11kmi on it and it will do the job....carry a gallon of gas out west just in case.

[@Mohandas.Gandhi]

Check out the speedometer at 4:20