Things To Know When Buying A Honda Africa Twin CRF1000L

[@eriklund784]

Great video! Love the honest opinions about this bike! ABS on the rear turned off in the dirt is the best advice ever! Connecting with the bike in the dirt is crucial! Thank you!

[@pezis9588]

Thanks for the vid mate! Loved how starting form 4:30 when skipping fast-forward with the arrow key throughout the length of the entire vid you can see the shadows of the trees slowly appearing and taking over the bike at the end.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Hahaha! Yeah, it's a long one, but the Things To Know Videos are a bit special on the channel.

[@LinhNguyen-nq5di]

Great video review. I really appreciate that you compared various aftermarket parts, eg. crash bars. I'm new to the ADV bike scene, and didn't know there were multiple options. Thank you for excellent video!

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thank you very much!! Glad it was helpful! There are lots of options out there and they are pricey no matter what you pick. Do your research and you'll be glad you did in the end!

[@KiwiMark67]

I used the Mitas E07 front & rear on my DR650, liked the rear but the front was so-so, like you I found the front not aggressive enough. On my '17 Africa Twin I decided to get an E07 rear, but on the front I went with a Continental TKC80 which is a 40/60 tyre. So far I'm much happier with the more aggressive front tyre, gives me better grip and better braking on the loose stuff.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Good to know! I'm about to switch at 8k and I must say that I'm impressed with their life span. I saw that they recently put out a new version of the E07, so I'll give that a good look.

[@hillkiran]

I am planning on buying an Africa Twin, so this video was extremely helpful

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thanks man! Glad to hear it. Good luck with the new bike, you'll love it!

[@zr9115]

Really interested in this as my next bike. Thanks for the great review!

[@kevintaylor1012]

I just upgraded from a XR650L to the Africa Twin. Thanks for all the do's and don'ts. Keep the shiny side up. 😎

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Congrats on the new bike man! You're going to love it.

[@loneranger1843]

Extremely nice review. Thanks for the level of detail. Congrats on the new bike; looks like you're going to enjoy it a long time.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thank you sir! As the weather gets nicer the planning has started. Got some awesome camping and long distant

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Distance rides in the works.

[@family60athotmail]

Thanks for great review on this bike and products, this is my next bike for sure.

[@peterwells5424]

Great video. I’ve just bought an Africa Twin and need to get it set up. I love your enthusiasm!

[@Kornholeeoo]

When I first saw this video and you were talking about the front tire not performing well, my first thought was you have it running the wrong way. I thought that couldn't be right, but after looking at a lot of other videos of people using this tire, I do believe you have it running the wrong way. Looking at the front of it, it looks like the chevrons are pointing up, they should be pointing down. Front tire is basically running backwards. I've had mud tires like this before. The "arrow" or pointed side of the "chevron" of the tread should always be going in the direction of tire rotation. I'd flip it and see how it works before trying a new tire. I hear these are really good tires for off road. The way it's running now, it is funneling sand and water inwards to the center of the tire where the rubber meats the turf. If you flip the tire around, it will funnel stuff out and away from the tire and you might be surprised at how much better traction it gets. Great video though. I'm really looking at one of the Adventure bikes in a year or two. This bike is now a serious contender. Great video! Ride safe!

[@ColoradoDualSport]

You know, you aren't the first person to say this to me. Hobbs actually broght it up on our last ride. We took a look and it is installed correctly as per the directional arrows on the tire. I will triple check, but we looked at it for a good while out in the woods. The problem is that we ride a lot of pea gravel and the tread depth *or lack there of* dosn't allow a lot of "sink in and grab" like a traditional knobbie does.

[@Toadster250]

I was thinking the same thing. You almost always see the tread pointing forward on directional tires but I don't have one of these tires to know. It looks like the rear tire has the tread pointing forward.

[@SoftSoulBro]

Super useful dude thank you! I remembered your DRZ video as soon as you mentioned it. That one is great too.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thanks man! Glad it helped you out!

[@Enonymouse_]

I own a 700CTX from honda, the fairing removal is a pain in the ass pretty much no matter what model you use. It's got me leaning more towards naked bikes more and more when I consider my future ride.

[@lagaman11]

Awesome man! I am seriously considering selling my R1150GSA and getting an Africa Twin. I like the Silver, like yours, better than the Red or the White. Great video!

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thank you sir! They are amazing bikes. They do need some work when you get them, but I like being able to Taylor it to my liking.

[@TheTraveler101]

Relatively new to adventure rider myself (coming from the sport touring world). Slick idea about soft tail bag in hard top box for basecamp riding. Appreciate it!

[@langstonfranco1989]

InstaBlaster.

[@stephtraveler7378]

tip: buy all the Givi stuff direct from a Euro website. You can save like 40% due to US price controls. Just don't order anything textile related and you'll avoid import tariffs. Skid plate, racks, panniers, crash bars are all considered automotive parts and not subject to import taxes. Pick a large Euro retailer (think Revzilla equivalent of Euro) and you'll be fine.

[@AlexandreVasilchenko]

Thanks for review. Great bike! I'll add some mine mods experience. Think about to change stock handguards to aluminium Cycra or Acerbis, at last test drive in middle mud, we fall down AT1000, and broke plastic handguard completely. And i don't really like this plastic top plate with "Oh, crap handles." )) i hope your top case is mount to metal frame. The standard exhaust is too big and heavy, prefer LeoVince or akrapovic. In my AT750 i've changed standard exhaust to LV one, and have made custom case racks with top plate, like solid system. They are more compact than givi or touratech or else racks, so im not so wide on the road 1.05cm with x2 36 liters cases. Oh yeah, bagster tank cover save your tank from scratch mess in desert, and it will be easier to hold on bike with your knees. Between left case and bike enough space to add some toolbox or fuel canister, idk is there someone making them for AT1000? like bmw doing it for 1200gs.. The tires are good, my friends, who drive over Mongolia also using Mitas E07/09, i'd prefer Metzeler Enduro Sahara 3, extreme safety on wet road, and enough good at off-road. I'm already looking at AT1000, but wanna ride more and more thousands on my AT750, especially after all these changes i've done. Combination CRF1000 & DRZ400 - is awesome! Anywheregobikes!

[@droptuned83]

Awsome looking tool , love this colour .Think we get it in the UK for 2017 . Good to here about your choices of craash bars and the panniers look great . I am going to get one in october when its time to swap my VFR800X. DCT transmission for sure.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Awesome man! You'll love it. Just make sure you do the necessary upgrades before taking her to far off-road.

[@markgunnison]

The bike is looking great. I like it with the cases.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thank you sir! I am loving it so far. She's a monster.

[@harley1steve]

A very good bike. Top of the line accessories. Nice instructional video.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thank you! I can't wait to put all of this to use this summer.

[@grysnlvfr]

I used the e07 rear and tkc80 front on my 800 gs adventure, awesome combo! nice channel

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thank you sir! I think that might be my next move.

[@Baszilton]

This was perfect, you answered everything i wanted to know!

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Great! Glad I could help!

[@bobbenton7088]

CDS, been following you for years. I just pulled the trigger on the 2018 AT Adventure Sports model. Question about tires, did you go with the Mitas tubeless rear, with a tube?

[@elwood62]

Another good video. The whole time watching it I couldn't help but be reminded of the Power Rangers. Remember how when they had their masks on the person talking would wave their arms around so you knew which one was speaking ;)

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Ha! Yeah! I had to do that because of the dang wind! This was actaully the third location and third time I filmed the video. The audio was a total waste on the other two. However, luckily the shots were good!

[@dradventures2117]

This is one of the BIG issues that I have with large ADV bikes [2:02]: the need for CRASH BARS (usually). And I am not picking on just the Africa Twin here, my concern applies to all ADV bikes needing crash protection, usually the fairing-ed multi-cylinder bikes. These large bikes are already on the heavy side straight off the showroom floor. The last thing you want to do is having to add more WEIGHT to an already heavy bike - it kind off defeats the purpose, doesn't it?! My Suzuki DR 650 is not quite as comfortable on the road or over long cruising distances as a large ADV bike, but it is VERY capable off-road, extremely robust and drop-resistant, relatively light, and best of all does not require crash bars (making it even heavier)! The same goes for other singles like KTM 690s, XR 650Ls, KLRs etc.

[@Aamarante20]

Great review and loved the scenario!!

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thank you sir!

[@444ira]

Great information.... well worth the time! Your Honda Africa Twin is beautiful! Thanks for sharing! Curious about the Givi skid plate removal for oil filter change..... is it just a few bottom screws (bolts) or is there more to it?

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thank you! Removal is easy after initial installation. When you first install it you need to install a bracket which requires dropping the exhaust, but that bracket isn't "part of the skid plate" if you understand what I'm trying to say.

[@JVDADV]

I got the bar risers from touratech! Changed my riding life!

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Yeah, I've been looking at a few different ones. From what I hear you can go 2 inch and not have to change any cables. Is that right?

[@JVDADV]

ColoradoDualSport yes

[@norkamalbinarahmanarahman9600]

Thinking of switching my F800GS to the Africa Twin. Thanks for the review.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Any time man! If you have any questions, just let me know.

[@norkamalbinarahmanarahman9600]

Have u tried both bikes and make comparition? F800 and AT.

[@sweetcostarica]

Disadvantages of the Honda Africa Twin to think about: - *Higher Fork Wind* - with the large fork well ATV helmets (mainly) experience buffeting on the African Twin. - *Poor Rear Shock* - The Africa Twin rear shock has a lot of “bounce”. - *Small Wind Screen* - taller riders will have more wind exposure. - *Small Gas Tank* - 18.8 liter - *Non-Standard Controls* - handle bar left side controls have the horn & turn signal buttons/switches reversed. So a lot of new Africa Twin riders blow their horns before a turn & vice versa. - *Very Small Foot Pegs* - They are tiny. - *Uses Tubed Tires* - Tube-less tires are much, much better! - *Bare Bone Bike* - The Honda Africa Twin seems designed to make you buy accessories other bikes come standard with. You need to get: a center stand, a 12 volt outlet (s), cruise control, etc. *The Honda Africa Twin is a great “adventure” motorcycle* but I hope version 2.0 addresses the above list of problems for a better user friendly bike.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

I would have to disagree with everything but the rear shock. From a guy who originally rode a DRZ-400S I love the fact that you can buy a "blank sheet of paper" and customize it to your liking. The price difference between those kitted out bikes you mentioned leaves the room to purchase those farkles. Both my AT and DRZ look nothing like they did the day I rode them home and personally I find that great.

[@sweetcostarica]

No problem. We are different people with different needs & motivations. I wrote exactly the same disadvantages on another KZbinr channel and he said: "Good stuff .. I use a road helmet with a higher screen so don't get the buffeting (almost perfect now) Agree the pegs are too small as well , looking at pivot pegs .. it is a great bike just needs a bit more tweaking" EDIT: Note - He also made a video detailing much of the same problems I mentioned.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Go for the pivot pegs. They are amazing on this bike. I've had them for a few months now and I want some for my DRZ as well.

[@sweetcostarica]

Sorry ColoradoDualSport I have just finished saving up money for a motorcycle and will get one very soon. So my "Disadvantages of the Honda Africa Twin..." list was just want I found out. It is not my choice. I have Pros & Cons lists for every "Adventure" bike I like. ***I was just sharing what ruled out the Honda AF for me.*** I will get a *Yamaha Super Tenere* for it's advantages vs disadvantages for my style of riding. EDIT: I was a BMW Adventure guy with having three (3) BMW motorcycles in my life & found them lacking but OK.

[@sweetcostarica]

"but I hope version 2.0" said by me in 2017. *Verson 2.0 is here!* in the new Honda *Africa Twin Adventure Sport.* This new AF addresses most of my concerns above. So we both won here. Have an excellent New Year ColoradoDualSport!!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Man you bike looks great with the luggage on it. Like it my friend. I would like to see Touratech Add that missing piece to their crash bars as well as another issue with the bottom bolts. I bought the same Ram mount for the Phone for my bike after watching his video as well. And just FYI, it does not fit the 6 Plus. My bad hehehe, So I made one. Hermit didn't come help me with my installs so far, hehehe. I wonder if he will come by and help me with the rest when I get it back from the powder cant guy hehehe. I know it rains pretty regular there in Colorado, how do your tires do in wet pavement? 10K miles, that is awesome, keep us posted on your milage and let us know. I think you are right on the traction control, if you are used to doing the traction control yourself, it is a huge hinderenace mohave the bike start stalling when you give it gas hoping it will spin up and don't. I agree, with the kick satin foot print as well as some of the other mods, the 12 volt plug in should definitely come from the factory with that. Thanks for sharing and I hope you have a blessed week my friend. Keep up the great videos.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thank you brother! I have to admit that at first I didn't like the silver. However, after a few months of ownership it has grown on me and I now love it, especially with the luggage attached. Yes, I think that would be a great improvement that TT could make to their setup. As for the ram mount it doesn't fit my note 4 either, but without the two top pegs installed I can slide it down in without much hassle, so it works and is still very secure. Your auto correct issue on the kick stand is so spot on! Haha! It was satin, but has since been brought into the light! Thanks again man.

[@lenlaskowski7374]

I know what you mean about the Givi instructions. I got one of their skidplates for my 2014 V Strom 650 and it was all guessing.

[@DualsPortvet]

Nice! I'm still on the fence, but so leaning to getting one next month.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

It's a great bike. If you pick it up you'll love it.

[@jaylittleton1]

Since you mentioned "pick it up", with the luggage empty, how is it to bring back upright once it's on it's side? How much weight should one be able to dead lift to be able to raise this bike? Could be an important factor for a potential owner to know. Thank you for this informative vid.

[@ianferrier235]

Great review 👍👍

[@frankstocker5475]

How nice to do what you like doing, enjoy every day. Frank.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thanks Frank! I try to do just that.

[@bicycle697]

Hi, loved your vid! I'm in the market for an Africa Twin. Any year(s) I should stay away from?

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Hey man, the 2020 ATAS has a recall for the welds inside the tank which were breaking off and clogging the fuel system. Other then that nothing that stands out. You may want to join the Facebook Africa Twin group for more opinions, but you can't go wrong.

[@bicycle697]

@@ColoradoDualSport Thank you Sir!

[@rovers10001]

Those panniers look so much better than the plastic ones that Honda offer!!!

[@ColoradoDualSport]

NO KIDDING! YES! I love how they look. The Honda ones look so cheap it makes me sad.

[@oldgreyman5994]

Great video! One more reason to pick one up. I do have a question, did you use thread locker on the bolts for the Givi plate & bars?

[@ColoradoDualSport]

I did. I used it on everything but the bots that actually hold the skid plate on to the bike since they will have to be removed for general maintenance.

[@oldgreyman5994]

good to know, thanks!

[@DCCLourens]

Awesome! I am still torn to either go for the 1190 R because of the release of the 1090 R will help drop the price. My only gripe is that the money you save on the Twin is the amount of upgrading you need to do if you want to do serious offroading. But I Love the simplicity of everything of the bike and just enough power. But the 1190 R is seducing me :P Got a video similar to this for the 1190 R? Again awesome points you made!

[@ColoradoDualSport]

That is a tough choice. The KTM is hands down the better choice if you will primarily be riding gnarly off-road. On the other hand the AT does highway better, but is still very capable off-road. In my case I chose the versatility since I know I'll be doing lots of touring and still want to get dirty after I'm there or on the way. Then you have the vstrom which is more light duty off-road etc. Think it over and be honest with yourself. 500lbs is a lot to handle and we're all not Chris Burch. Haha

[@DCCLourens]

I will do some test rides on all of them during the demo days and make my decision next fall. Plenty of time to think :) But thanks for the advice! I did a lot of thinking for my Suzuki Bandit before buying it and no regrets. But now I am itching to do weekend camping off road and disconnect from the city life. The roads in Holland and Germany are too nice and comfy lol. I like the rough stuff dating back from my mountain biking days. :P

[@jchapman1351]

Did you consider the Heidenau K60? After burning up the factory tires on my GS I'll be putting on more aggressive tires and will put the E07 on my research list. Love your videos, stay safe.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

I did, but the size the AT takes has that solid center lug which looks like it would suck off-road.

[@jchapman1351]

ColoradoDualSport I had the K60's on my super tenere and was fairly happy with them but maybe a bit vibey at 75. They had plenty of bite on the IDBDR but you're doing way more aggressive stuff (baby heads video) I look forward to your wear report on the rear tire. Stay safe.

[@glendecuir6317]

nice big guy. I myself is quite partial to first year models great Buy good luck buddy.....

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thank you sir! I'm really enjoying it.

[@thehappyhiker8112]

I do like your vids and subscribe. They are helpful.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thanks man!

[@busdriver4Christ1]

Does the Givi skid-plate make oil changes hard or is it the same process as OE once the mounting bracket is installed?

[@jrbass62]

I have a Givi on my 14 1000 strom don't have to take it off, pretty easy oil change

[@NagolAtoms]

Great video. Is it both the Givi TNH1144 Upper Engine Guards and the Givi TN1144/TN1151 Crash Bars that you are using? You didn't list them under "mods so far" and I don't want to make an ordering mistake. Thanks for the helpful video

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Givi TNH1144 Upper Engine Guards GIVI TN1144 Lower Engine Guards Givi SR1144 Top Case Fit Kit Givi PL1144CAM Side Case Racks Givi 37 LT side cases Givi 42 LT top case Givi Trekker Fender Skid Plate Sorry about the wait, I was in a Turkey coma over the holliday! Hope that helps. The 1151 are the silver!

[@NagolAtoms]

Thanks for the info. I finally pulled the trigger on an Africa Twin a couple days ago, still awaiting shipment. Did you consider putting a 48L side case on the left side instead of a 37L? Assuming the right case sticks out further than the left due to the exhaust, have you had any issues with balance or ergonomics?

[@lifebythehorns]

man that's a great looking bike! want one so bad

[@ColoradoDualSport]

She's beautiful man. You won't regret it.

[@thedude8526]

I do to. Currently have a 08 Klr650 so this would be a huge upgrade. Ill have to start saving money.

[@JoshuaCushing]

Cool video..... more about the f650gs please!!!

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thank you! I'll have more on the F650GS once she rides it more! I need to light a fire under her butt.

[@waynemitchelson5152]

Awesome info, thank you ! Safe adventures ✊🏾😎👊🏾💨💨💨

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Any time! Glad it helped!

[@busdriver4Christ1]

Love the video, subscribed.

[@ThumperMcKenzie]

Nicely done review! Thanks!

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thank you sir! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@kingsqueak2221]

If you didn't already (I think you would know), Loctite Blue (medium) everything on the engine bars and luggage brackets and plates. Top-box most of all.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Yes sir! I made a special trip to Home Depot before starting the installs just to get extra. Very good advice.

[@Jeepmeat1974]

Great vid man what bran is your helmet? I love that mirror finish screen ! :)

[@ColoradoDualSport]

That is the Icon Variant with a replacement shield. I think they go for about $30 from retailers. Best DS helmet I've found yet!

[@Jeepmeat1974]

Thanks man look great hey !! love the vids ! :)

[@tanjukara14]

great review...thanks probably you mentioned somewhere but I’d like to know yr opinion about dct? thanks

[@johnpeeples6523]

I would suggest different foot pegs. I put fast way foot pegs and that made my off road easier to handle especially when standing.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Yes! That is on the list. I'm not spending $200 on foot pegs though. I'll wait until Tusk has some for a reasonable price.

[@johnpeeples6523]

I don't blame you

[@CastleBomb44]

Uggg the Africa Twin looks great,... and I would love to try having some fun in the dirt but that would be my first off road experience. Realistically I would be 95% road and like 5%. Would the African hold up as a road trip highway bike?

[@ColoradoDualSport]

It would hold up just fine, but there are better options out there for light duty dual sports. You might be happier with the Vstrom honestly. It's much more geared to street. However, the AT would do it and would be a lot of fun.

[@larrytan3822]

lovely looking setup! 😃

[@jscheelerdpt]

I know its too late for you, but should have checked out Altrider. And get a Fusebox for your accessories

[@ColoradoDualSport]

I have seen those. If I end up adding heated grips or some other accessory I may go that route. Thanks!

[@jscheelerdpt]

@ColoradoDualSport, I used the Eastern Beaver PC-8 (www.easternbeaver.com/) on my Super Tenere and it worked well (along with a bunch of his connectors). Hooked up dual Gerbings heat controllers, BD Squadrons, powered tank bag, and GPS. Let me know if ya want some help or just someone to say "yea, looks good" while drinking a beer...in Broomfield.

[@dougiequick1]

I was all set to buy ...made a geat deal over phone 22700 out the door on new/old 2017...kept thinking about 500+ llbs and just chickened out ...bought a CHEAP like new 2008 Vstrom650 simply to pacify until I see what Yamaha is going to sell as 700 tenere

[@ThomasMeeks]

Off the wall question... What helmet do you use? Do you wear glasses? I just picked up a used WR250R and I wear glasses. I'm having a bit of a time finding a helmet that accommodates the ear pieces.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

I started off with the AFX FX39 and it was awesome for the price. I now use the Icon Variant, which is considered the caddilac of dual sport helmets and I love it. I loved both as a matter of fact, but the Icon is much quieter and better designed for wind. However, with that comes the price. Yes I do wear glasses and it does suck having to take them off and put them back on every time I put on my helmet. However, if you've worn glasses for any amount of time it's second nature. I used both helmets with the SMH10 and now the Icon with the 20S from Sena. The speakers fit perfectly and there is plenty of cable routing options.

[@ThomasMeeks]

Thanks for the reply. Interesting, I've got both those helmets on my list but noted next to the Icon Variant that it was not good with glasses based solely on what I'm finding online in forums etc. The only helmet I've been able to try in person and get my glasses on with is a Fox MX helmet, but then I'd need goggles to go over the glasses. (I'm just starting my hunt as well) Like you said, taking the glasses off and on is second nature so I don't care about that. I'll have to find a shop around here that carries the Icon and try it out. Thanks again!

[@ColoradoDualSport]

One thing to note about the Icon. The cheek pads need about half of the padding removed. You'll notice it gives you perma duck face until you do the mod. Hermit did mine and I'm sure he'd tell you how to do it easily. Yeah, no issues with my glasses at all. Plenty of room.

[@ThomasMeeks]

Yes, good point. I've read that about a few, it may have even been the Icon. I'm getting the particulars on some of them confused now that I've been getting lost in the research. Supposedly the Arai XD4 is the top of the line but they didn't have my size to try on at CycleGear this weekend. I spoke to the guy I bought my bike from this evening and he said that Arai XD4 is his favorite. It all sounds good but I was really NOT planning to spend $600 on a helmet! That's a quarter of the cost of my used WR. I'm going to try and find an Icon locally to try on and will go from there.

[@InsanityJoe87]

Thinking about trading in both my bikes and a race quad for this thing! I think this one bike could keep me as happy as the 3 things taking up garage space now.. I wonder how insurance is on this honda..

[@ColoradoDualSport]

It is a great and very versatile bike, but keep one small trail bike. I'm really happy having this and the DRZ. All bases covered.

[@InsanityJoe87]

ColoradoDualSport yea well I don't even have a small trail bike plus trails out here in kansas aren't worth getting a bike for. I currently have a KLR, ninja 650r, and a ltr 450. I'm thinking the africa twin can scratch all those itches reasonably but it only takes up one spot in my garage.

[@spartan8390]

Excellent video!

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thank you sir!

[@ChaoticDetour]

It's a Teletubby Hermit!!! You do realize we've seen your face before, right... :) Your really getting the bike set up. So when is the Road of Bones planned?

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Yes I do, but I also realize you don't want wind nose in your videos. I'll remember that comment. Road of Bones?

[@ChaoticDetour]

Long Way Round, Siberia

[@philclarke7712]

ChaoticDetour Long Way Round! That's for people with film crews. Mondo Enduro would be s more authentic reference. No Jedi's.

[@bruno84]

Great vid! Thanks! Actually, let me ask you something, I'm 5'9". Do you think the original screen will do the job? Thanks and safe riding!

[@Frollet1]

'motoz tractionator adventure' tyres might be worth a look

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thank you sir! Are they "long life"?

[@Frollet1]

unsure only read the reviews thus far, but motoz tyres come with very deep tread compared to the others im getting the more dirt oriented ones this week for my 250

[@dannylorenze6188]

Great job on the review.. Thanks..

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thank you Dan!

[@Nithhoggr]

when are you taking this down to everide so we can see how this does with a drz400? haha I'm trying to decide if I want a drz or the AT and it's killing me!

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Well that is a HUGE gap in bike lol. What type of riding do you want to do? That will help answer the question much more easily.

[@yessure5291]

Did you rule out the Alt Rider crash bar combo and the Alt Rider skid pan?

[@Nicoya]

Turning off the TC and rear ABS is definitely the way to ride off-road. I know on BMWs you can just flip to Enduro riding mode and forget about it, but on bikes like the Tiger or the Africa Twin and a few others they always reset the TC/ABS modes every time you switch off the bike which is baffling to me.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

I wish they would issue a firmware update LOL! I would literally pay for it.

[@texnorthman]

Can't say that level 1 ever caused me any issues when I tested one off road - but level 3 stopped me mid hill-climb once! And that was because the bike reset to level 3 after I turned it around with the engine off...

[@jeffferguson899]

really nice bike. great vid. I cannot understand why Honda does not put at least two 12v ports on the bike from the factory.

[@owenthomas9793]

He starts talking about what you need to know about 5:30. You're welcome

[@ColoradoDualSport]

There's always a smart ass lol.

[@ktmman1503]

Thanks for the video... How do you go changing the oil with that Bash Plate ??? Cheers... Craig.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Any time! Plate has to come off, but removal is easy and quick. You don't have to take the bracket off.

[@jeffferguson899]

Question. do you think a 225 lbs. guy can use the kickstand to mount the bike? as in stand on the left peg and putting your weight on the the side stand to swing a leg over?

[@Ron_Boy]

Very nice review. Thanks for pulling it together. One suggestion for future reviews... Wearing a helmet makes for noisy, distracting sound.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thanks Ron! Actually wearing the helmet killed almost all of the wind nose standing on top of that mountain. Unfortunately I can't afford a private sound crew, so I do the best I can work what I have. Haha!

[@WanderingBeast]

would love one, but I cant put so many gas tanks through my KLR for the $$ :)

[@ColoradoDualSport]

She gets about 50mpg if you aren't hard on the throttle! Xena get's 50mpg, but I'm very hard on her throttle lol.

[@Dan-qp1el]

Nice setting for a video.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thank you! I tried to find somewhere good because I knew standing and talking isn't exactly thrilling.

[@willatmiami]

Should I get the 2017 AT or wait for the 2018 and when is the 2018 release??

[@itethe]

willatmiami I'm also trying to decide whether to buy a 2017 at a discount or wait for a 2018. Dealer told me this week May 27 for 2018 in Arkansas.

[@willatmiami]

Johnny I’m 5’7 and I saw it in person I’m too short lol so I got a brand new 2015 nc700x for a discounted price but the AT looked fierce and if I was taller I would just get the 2018 over the 2017 unless money was a issue

[@torchhot]

I recommend the 17, I did not like the edgy character of the ride by wire on the 18..

[@maxm1907]

If you have the lower crash bars installed already, do you need the exhaust off to install the uppers?

[@motozixxer245]

So how much can you carve up corners with this thing? I know this will depend a lot on tires but what has your experience been?

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Mind you I'm no knee dragger to begin with, but she'll carve well beyond my skill level just fine.

[@motozixxer245]

ColoradoDualSport Awesome. I've just never been on an adv bike before. I'm really going to have to try one out sometime. Great video by the way!

[@JVDADV]

Up to 3500 on mine! Beautiful!

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Yes Sir! Loving it!

[@noobasdfjkl]

Hey, how is the brake dive on the pavement? I've heard it's pretty bad on this bike.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

It's about as bad as any of the light weight dual sports I've ridden. I don't have any issues with it, but it may take someone coming from a street bike by surprise. Any bike with long travel suspension is going to have a bit of dive. That's just the nature of the beast.

[@gryndej]

13:52 where is your spark plug cover? ;o

[@Dantlewoods]

What do you say about the durability of the engine?

[@jcaparra3453]

hey is that the DCT version of the africa twin?

[@OperationFoxley19441]

There should have been a drive shaft option!

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Why? That would be awful for off-road.

[@OperationFoxley19441]

I'm such a lazy tyke, and chains totally suck In the UK, we have salt on the roads in the winter time it corrodes and eats through bike chains. The Yamaha tenere 1200 uses a drive shaft and also the VFR X1200. The Africa twin is a great bike don't get me wrong but when I buy a bike I think about reliability and ease of maintenance.

[@philclarke7712]

It wasn't a 700 or a 650. 750 I believe and the 600 (originally) Transalp was a parallel twin not a V like the Africa Twin. This machine probably has more engineering DNA from the Transalp but, hey, marketing right? Sorry for geeking out.

[@droptuned83]

Phil Clarke , no the Transalp was always a v twin. this thing has zero dna from the translap. Sorry.

[@dakotamorgan6594]

Phil Clarke is right V-twin.

[@Logjam5]

Good stuff.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thank you sir!

[@bdottoz]

that helmet is badass. what is it? sweet f***in bike man

[@ColoradoDualSport]

That is the Icon Variant with the gold mirror shield. Absolutely love it (once I removed about half of the stuffing from the cheek pads). Super comfortable, low wind nose and looks killer!

[@bend3rbot]

Is Italian company, So Givi is pronounced "Jeevee"

[@kanan360]

I have 1200GS Adventure! when they say heavy bike I laugh :-) after my GS all bikes are light haha, the GS adventure is 30kg heavier then the African Twin. Love my GS but after suffering a knee issue became to hard to handle i'm 5,11ft not bad with the lower seat, but with a bad knee i started to feel the weight.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Yeah, they are heavy beasts! However, that do the long trips exceptionally well! Check out my current series called Idaho Or Bust, I think you'll enjoy it.

[@kanan360]

will do man. great video and bike. ride safe brother

[@davindersangha3761]

Ive been running mine @ Mitas 07 dakar 15psi

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Yeah, I can't go that low. We ride very rocky trails and anything below 25psi I feel rocks on the rim. Not good!

[@southerndeth]

Will this replace Xena? P.S. I think it is pronounced GEE-VEE. Great vid, thanks.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

No Xena will be with me for life! She's just my dedicated trail bike now. Thanks!

[@Bitzebatze]

So, did you cange the fuel tank?

[@ColoradoDualSport]

No sir. Staying stock with this one. Range is right where I want it.

[@JVDADV]

Do your like the karoo 3?

[@ColoradoDualSport]

I haven't tried them.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

That was my concern. I wanted longevity for the miles I will be putting in.

[@JVDADV]

ColoradoDualSport which tires did you want to settle on in the end?

[@howardsorenson9529]

So both side panniers is 37l?

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Yep, I didn't want the larger one on the non exhaust side because of weight balance. Also I now know that I can basically carry the entire house in this setup lol.

[@lamenoodles7282]

can you run tubes in the e07s fine?

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Yes sir. Have been since they were put on. The TL does not matter one bit.

[@lamenoodles7282]

ColoradoDualSport thank you! I just got my AT and i was worried about finding the right tires, still cant decide on these or karoo 3's

[@stephtraveler7378]

Do not get the Dakar version of the Mitas E07. Get the Mitas E07 plus w/o Dakar. The Darak are a bitch to change. Even for trained tech with good equipment. Get the standard E07 plus.

[@baldrick650]

definitely a burp at 23:21 haha

[@Expressoo22]

Has anyone set Suspension Sag on that bike correctly ?

[@PatrickFlinner]

Beautiful view, hard to concentrate on the bike and not the scenery.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Thank you! Yes, this is one of those trails where you go into auto pilot for sure. My head was on a swivel the whole way up.

[@BlackWarriorLures]

You look like Master Chief from Halo.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Haha! His bike would probably be cooler, but not by much.

[@jimnaz6281]

ColoradoDualSport sweet bike! You may have already covered this, but tell us about your gear. Ex Helmet, jacket, pants, boots etc.

[@bobkeener5141]

What is Zena?

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Xena is my DRZ.