The Honda Deauville | The One that Got Away

[@johnwood4448]

I've owned a 2010 NT700V Deauville for the past two years,bought as a winter bike due to the shaft drive.I initially had a love hate relationship with it,but realised after a short while the absolute gem of a bike it I'd got. I bought it with 26k on the clock and a stack of paperwork along with a w/shop manual and FSH,in immaculate condition,owned by a careful gentleman who'd really looked after it and all for £3,400! The bike now has 42k on and it's never missed a beat,in the time I've owned it it's had fork seals and bushes,two sets of tyres and servicing including a big one at 38k including valve check,plugs,air filter,etc,etc which cost me £320 at Blackpool Honda dealer. The bike sits unstressdd at 70/75 all day long and is surprisingly nimble through the twisties for such a heavy bike.I would have no quarms of taking it across Europe or beyond it's so reliable and comfortable and it returns 65 to 70(if I'm gentle)mpg imp,mine also has the R&G lower foot fairing which is a boon for keeping your feet warm in the colder months😊 Great bike highly recommended! People who think it's dull and boring are the ones who've never owned one.

[@blearyview2254]

Terrific post John everything you say in spot on. Funnily enough, my full service was £325 as well and got to say well worth it. That service included the fork seals so a really good price.

[@ragarse3]

Regrets! I too had a Deauville and regret selling it. Comfortable, fast enough, economical, great storage and the shaft impeccable - where on earth are the mid engined shafts now? I love my Vulcan S now but lubing the chain every 500 miles without a centre stand is a real pain. Ive had a few Hondas ST1100 through Silverwing 600 - they have all been totally under rated, those critics of Honda's so-called boringness are so off the mark in my opinion. The ageing process dictates to me the bike I ride and I will be perfectly happy on a 350 Forza in a couple of years. A smaller Deauville in my mind - scooter /bike, who cares its 2 wheeled fun with an engine. Thanks for the vid, red looks so much better than sikver.

[@blearyview2254]

Morning Steve, my sentiments exactly but it be a boring world if we all liked the same things. I now have the NT1100 (chain drive boooo) and it a better bike in just about every respect but the old heart strings still pull for the Deauville. Hey ho.

[@basilboris]

I sold my Deauville 650 and bought a ZZR1100 and it was the worst biking decision I ever made. I missed that Deauville every day.

[@blearyview2254]

Morning, it funny how the Deauville was lambasted as being a Dullville yet there are so many folk who loved them. I still hanker after the old girl as it is one of the most comfortable mid range touring bikes.

[@davidsanderson1891]

Morning Alex. The deauville is nearly a classic now .that bike got me watching griff and Jones and pooley on utube. Always a underrated bike .the old videos are sometimes the best and good memories. Thank you sir I enjoyed that ,old dave

[@blearyview2254]

Cheers Dave. I really liked how the pannier were integrated as part of the bike and the engines are bullet proof. Also got to mention how comfortable the bike was with a seat that did not give you blisters after an hour. I wonder why they decided that all bikes should now come with the comfort of a park bench.

[@davidsanderson1891]

@@blearyview2254 that's to make you spend on a new seat 😂 lol

[@blearyview2254]

@@davidsanderson1891 Highway robbery sir

[@tojj29]

Beautiful bikes, lovely in that colour too. I've seen videos of people going all over the world with those things. And what's not to like about Glenshee, stunning all the way up and down the other side. Very nice Al, I'd have been tempted to keep that little beaut. My mate Mike has one all in bits if you fancy a project🤔🤔

[@blearyview2254]

Cam he post it? 🤣🤣🤣I working slowly through the BMW so no room for any more projects for now. Yeah, I should have kept and guess what? My wife urged me to keep it it which just makes it worse 😆

[@tojj29]

@@blearyview2254 🤦‍♂🤦‍♂

[@Almond001]

My first big bike after riding vespas for 30 years when I eventually passed my test, I got a T reg Doh and loved it, I finally had to get shut because it was far too heavy for me when I was diagnosed with rumatiod arthritis. I had the big wide panniers and they were great for carrying stuff. The next bike and I've still got it is a 2015 Honda NC 750 X DCT and I love it. I do miss the Doh though.

[@blearyview2254]

Morning John, it is amazing the bad rep the Deauville attracts yet folk who own them just love the bikes. I still have my 2019 NC which is another bike that attracts criticism but is such an amazing motorcycle, so easy to ride and very forgiving. Thanks for looking in and the great comment, sorry to hear about the arthritis.

[@RRRRefuelRideRace]

A great machine. I am thinking of getting one as my second bike. :) Drop by bro, you may like my content. Cheers.

[@paulegan7250]

Hiya, Lovely video Thank you, I tell you what, The video from your son's camera wasn't bad at all, in fact, it was quite good. I always liked the Deauville and yours was a very nice one. Im just trying to remember how many times I have regretted getting rid of something, too many to count.

[@blearyview2254]

Morning Paul, the camera is a Sena Tube and I have it in my camera drawer.It a very basic camera but not too bad for it;'s time. I always wonder what it would feel like going back to an old bike because sometimes sentiment clouds the mind.

[@dezmondwhitney1208]

Thanks for yet another sample of your beautiful local countryside. I almost bought a Deavuille once. but ended up with a Blackbird instead, a bike I enjoyed for years. As I am older now I am once again seriously looking at an NT700V.

[@blearyview2254]

Well thank you very much Dezmond, I really appreciate your kind comment. Do not overlook a more modern version in the NT1100 as they are both about the same weight but of course the NT is chain drive but it is a modern motorcycle and rides very well. Good luck in your search.

[@dezmondwhitney1208]

@@blearyview2254 Thank You. I will have a really good look at the NT1100 too.

[@Ainsworth-Rider]

What a great bike the Deauville was / is fancy getting rid 😮 thanks for sharing Alex 👍

[@blearyview2254]

Yeah I know but enjoyed it while it was with me. The has been off the road six months after I sold it, I check every now and again it it SORN. I actually went back t see if they still had the bike but it was gone. I think someone from the garage got it I never saw it advertised.

[@Ainsworth-Rider]

@@blearyview2254 you wasn't ment to keep her then and just look what's in your garage now 🙂

[@blearyview2254]

@@Ainsworth-Rider A man can pine 🤣🤣🤣 but that is very true.

[@clayfarnet970]

I have a silver 2010 Honda NT700VA Deauville. Great bike, but I’m thinking about selling it. I started riding again about a year ago and I’m addicted. My wife thinks I’m going crazy. I have 5 motorcycles now and need to make room. I’m sure I’ll regret it a year from now.

[@blearyview2254]

@@clayfarnet970 I know what you mean, just store, you know I am right haha 😁 I am totally addicted as well since I come back to biking, it such great fun.

[@5dTraveller]

You said it Alex, not many around in that condition. I'm planning to keep mine until either it or I can't go any further 😄, it's not as good as that one but I reckon it'll do another 20k no bother. First ride video coming at the weekend. Cheers, Mick

[@blearyview2254]

Cheers Mick, the Deauville can clock up big mileages if looked after, I got the valve clearances done and it made a huge difference, the bike ran so smooth. Excellent, looking forward to it and I do like the colour. If the second hand market ever gets back down to sensible values, you never know, I may just indulge 😁

[@5dTraveller]

@@blearyview2254 I'll be giving it an oil and filter change now and a thorough going over after the winter, by then it'll need one 😁.

[@Lanes-Explorer5733]

Well Alex... What can one say 😂. At least you have the video and good memories. And oh my what a lovely ride - spectacular.

[@blearyview2254]

Morning Peter, yes indeed that is so true. I hope you enjoyed breakfast 👍

[@Lanes-Explorer5733]

@@blearyview2254 Yes Alex , my Friday breakfast treat is now satisfied. Thank you. I have an acquaintance locally who has a 60s Redditch 350 Bullet but his touring bike is a Deauville.

[@blearyview2254]

@@Lanes-Explorer5733 My time with a Deauville has passed but there are still some excellent examples around. I have not been up Glenshee way for a while, I think another ride up is due soon.

[@kimetogo]

Very nice video Alex, and the music is such a great match to the riding. One type of bike I've never owned is a shaft drive, would be great if they made an NT1100 with shaft drive, I would be 1st in the que.I would have loved to keep all my bikes, only thing stopping me was space. Keep them videos rolling as always very well edited and commented.

[@blearyview2254]

Evening Joe, I do miss the shaft drive, no faffing with cleaning the chain stuff. I have same issue, three bikes is my max so unless I get rid of something it a no go getting another. You are working your way through the videos and glad you enjoying them. I have spent a lot of time trying different edit techniques and aim for consistency (the intro for instance) . I have a bit of a controversial video this Friday 😆 I am sure some folk will get wound up but it all really just a bit of fun.

[@greywolf9292]

Oh I see a marked resemblance between the Deauville and the NT when seen from the side, I can see why one led to the other. I think we all have regrets regarding bikes and cars we owned but sold. Thankfully I was able to bring one of mine back in the shape of the Thunderbird Sport.

[@blearyview2254]

I was actually thinking about you and the Bird, so never say never.

[@АндрейВаранкин-р2э]

Классный мотоцикл. Спасибо за хороший обзор и хорошую музыку.

[@blearyview2254]

Thank you, glad you liked it.

[@АндрейВаранкин-р2э]

@@blearyview2254 Какая цена на сегодня такого красавца ?

[@RRRRefuelRideRace]

Great bike. Hondas are just a great value. I like it. Thinking of getting one as my second bike. Got my full watch and like. You can check what I do when you can. Cheers. :)

[@blearyview2254]

Cheers RRR, I will take a look when I get the chance.

[@RRRRefuelRideRace]

@@blearyview2254 Cool. Thanks. Appreciate it.

[@bjrnmgranvang1107]

I have one just like it, 2011 model, same colour, but with a custom saddle.

[@blearyview2254]

Best colour by far. I just had the standard saddle but it felt fine but a custom seat would be an upgrade.

[@paulrobert504]

Hi Alex. I'm so interested in buying one because of the quality of this old bikes and also low maintenance and bulletproof engines. The little doubt I had, you pulverised it. 😃 Im going to buy one today because I'm looking for one for 2 weeks now. You make me make the final decision.😂 😂. By the way, I love the song but can't find who's singing. All the best. Ride safe man.

[@blearyview2254]

Hello Paul, good luck with your search. Like with every bike, they are not perfect but it suited me. I am touring right now and not home until next week but will get the name of the song for you.

[@blearyview2254]

The song is called "Right Here Next to Me" (featuring JoAnna Janet) and comes as part of the PowerDirector video editing suite.

[@flitsies]

The only thing I hate about this bike is that it is so uncomfortable to ride, it's very reliable, it can be quick it's a good bike but it needs longer handle bars.

[@blearyview2254]

Hello, for me the bike was very comfortable and could ride it with no issues, well apart from the slight vibrations that came through the handle bars although the Grip Puppies sorted that out. Thanks for the comment.

[@yaninacepqni2091]

Mate I had the same problem but I just sorted it. First. I bought 30mm bar risers it was ok but I'm 194cm tall and I wanted it a bit higher so I bought those other risers that rise it and moves it back a bit but it still wasn't enough so I came up with using both risers First the 30mm piece then the other ones and now it's absolutely fantastic. I just had to play a bit with the cables cuz they are not long enough so I had to change their way around the brackets. I really recommend you to try at least 1 set.of bar risers you will feel the difference immediately

[@flitsies]

@@yaninacepqni2091 Yes I tried the risers but was turned off from trying bigger risers due to the problems with the cables like you said. But I think if Honda has addressed the comfort issue of this bike they would have sold a lot more. It's a really good bike but the comfort issue is a big one, considering it is supposed to be a touring bike that is strange. If I keep the bike any longer I may look into getting some custom made cables.

[@blearyview2254]

@@yaninacepqni2091 Thanks for the useful info.

[@mloclam6917]

I loved mine up until a volvo decided to smash into me and wrote it off

[@blearyview2254]

Damm, i hope you came out of the crash okay. That a real pity as they were a great bike.

[@adolfgerhardhermann5952]

Jesus Christ! This engine sounds like a train!

[@blearyview2254]

Steam or diesel? 🤣🤣🤣This engine was pretty bullet proof and did it's job well. Thanks for the comment.

[@AndrewDasilvaPLT]

Music is too loud

[@blearyview2254]

Seems fine at this end, thanks for the comment.