Honda's A2 Adventure around SCOTLAND NC500 // First ride? CL500!

Hey Everyone,
I recently went on a trip with Honda Europe to take their 500 range along some of the NC500!
I wanted to take you along for the ride, show you the sights as well as sharing my brief experience of the bikes!
This is Vlog 1/3.
I hope you enjoy!!
Usernamekate 🏁
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[@AlesJezek-xw7po]

Super Labombstic Fantastic Školastic!!!👍👏🤘👃👂🦵💪🤝🫁🫀🧠👀🌛🌞💯🔥😇🙏😍🏍️💓🦧🦍🐒🦔🦜🐠🐟🐳🐬⚓🧭🛢️⛽🚦🤽🏊🚣🏄🪂🐢🌍🌌🪐🐪🐫

[@Englishbikerdan]

Fantastic vid, got a real taste of your adventure. 👍

[@junalison6452]

Great view and awesome ride! Getting CL 500 soon

[@juliabarnes7528]

Hi Kate I thoroughly enjoyed your video of Scotland, look forward to the next one😊

[@andrewmanning5763]

Looks like a hoot 😊 THanks for sharing and those 125s at the end looked like fun. Looking forward to the next installment.

[@UsernameKate]

Thanks Andrew! The next 2 Sundays will have the next 2 installments 😊

[@andrewmanning5763]

@@UsernameKate Sweet and thanks for letting me know.

[@KevinRodgersGB]

I have the Rebel 500 (same engine) and the clutch/gear change is awesome. Good for beginners and experienced riders alike.

[@timmorgan6234]

I bought one of an SCL500 a month ago (US) and it has missed about 60% of downshifts if you go above 5th gear since day one. I've also got a Rebel, and agree they shift great. Took my scrambler back to the dealer and after a week and a half in which they only adjusted the shift linkages, they told me it was fixed. Went for a test ride, and it still wouldn't down shift correctly. Had the dealer ride it and they confirmed the problem (they also confirmed the problem on day one, but said it would "wear in". After 1200 miles, it hasn't). They called Honda and then called me back saying is was rider error. I have a Rebel that I've put over 5000 miles on in the last year and a Harley I've put over 40,000 miles on, I know how to shift, even with bikes with clunky transmissions). Chances are, you'll get a good one since it's Honda, but if you don't, good luck getting it fixed under warranty. Also should mention, except for the fact that it won't downshift, I love the bike, so this is not a case of buyers remorse. More a case of WTF Honda?

[@colindobson2964]

Looks a great time. Looking forward to your next video.

[@simondemetriou7750]

Great video Kate.........cant wait for the next one! Used to have a 2019 CB500X........what a great, simple bike with good handling, engine, comfort, and tank range 😁

[@UsernameKate]

The next one is the CB500X 😊 glad you enjoyed this one!

[@johnmorgan2898]

Hi Kate, Thank you so much for this video; I followed the activity at the time via various Instagram posts, each a few seconds, but this really shows how it all hangs together. It was truly inspirational of Honda to take you through Lairg on the A836, thereby avoiding the main tourist route. Apart from those motorhomes you had the roads very much to yourselves. You were very fortunate to be invited to go on this expedition; I would have paid money to have had the opportunity (of course some manufacturers do.....). Looking forward to the next two!! 🏍🙂

[@UsernameKate]

John, I'm so glad you enjoyed it, and it's so cool that you were following along on Instagram 😁 the next instalment is Sunday on the CB500X 😁

[@TheHdleif]

Great vid Kate, fantastic view`s in Scotland too. Keep up the great work! 😀

[@UsernameKate]

Thanks dude 😊

[@DannielWilkinson-kw6dd]

Some of my fave roads/rides. Love the area. Good vid, Thanks.

[@UsernameKate]

Thanks Danniel, I appreciate that! 😊

[@YammieBobber999]

Absolutely love my wee CL500 👌

[@UsernameKate]

Glad you love it! 😊

[@999fedora]

Love it, love it, love it! Makes me want to visit Scotland myself.

[@UsernameKate]

😁 do it, do it!

[@frankvanleeuwen2943]

When the weather is good it makes it so mutch nicer... Great video...

[@UsernameKate]

Haha, there's a high chance you need to pack your waterproofs if you're travelling that far north 😫😅

[@chrishart8548]

​@UsernameKate last couple of times I've ridden it's pissed down. But my waterproofs kept me dry and my tyres grip like glue my ABS a ASC prevents any drama it was still loads of fun. Had to give the bike a quick wash down a wipe off and a spray with GT85 before all that dirty water gets to dry on and starts to oxidise everything.

[@ttrguy9952]

U.N.K. I love all your videos. I love how you ride. You are a Lady that knows bikes. Wonderful stuff. With all respects. Ride SAFE and BE safe Lady! 👍👍🌹

[@UsernameKate]

Ah thank you! 😊

[@2Sticks]

Excellent work Kate. Not being in the UK, I really appreciate the additional travelogue style and some background info'.

[@UsernameKate]

Appreciate that! 😊

[@dondle2]

Nice one again Kate, look forward to your take on the CB500X, as it is what I ride on our Argyll back roads. Bloody motorhomes should be restricted from B roads and single track roads, they try to kill me on a daily basis during the tourist season, bring back the old days.

[@UsernameKate]

Cb500x episode will go live this coming Sunday 😊

[@OntarioAndrews415]

Awesome vid. Thank you UNK!!!!!!!

[@BlueHippoMoto]

Hi Kate , awesome Vlog , looks like a great trip to be involved on. 😊

[@UsernameKate]

It was good fun! 😊

[@utbelegs]

I'd be equally delighted listening to you about historic Scottish landmarks! I'll have to bucket list this one.

[@UsernameKate]

😁😁

[@tomeoftheancient2225]

Really enjoyed the video. Beautiful country.

[@UsernameKate]

Thanks :)

[@G0ogs]

Well done Kate keep the vids coming.

[@garrywright3380]

Great video, Kate , I’ve just bought one of these and you did it true justice..

[@markhinde6187]

Great post, I am getting to like the CL500.....

[@UsernameKate]

Rides real nice!

[@scottishsibber8415]

Fit like What a way to start the week lovely rain always performs Your first bike was a bit of a let down looking forward to seeing your progress over the trip with the other bike’s

[@davideccles1617]

Lovely review and great site seeing 😊well done ✔️

[@IzunokuniZ]

Good run on flat dirt♡！

[@friarpesel5646]

Ey up! Looks like a great day of fun, aside from the “sunny” Scottish weather. Stay Northern strong! 🔥

[@UsernameKate]

Oushh 💪

[@pistonpinup]

Great Video Kate! The CL500 is like you said pretty easy for a A2 newbie and I thought the same about the controls all very light and easy for a relatively new rider! Loved that you went for the Dax in the end! the gearing on those is pretty funky but like you said, you get used to it pretty quickly!!! 😁

[@UsernameKate]

Glad you liked it chick! No one was going for the Dax, it was looking lonely 🥲

[@creedm3040]

Awesome video! It's hard to believe Dunrobin Castle was started early 1300's. Remodeled several times. That is amazing. Best!

[@UsernameKate]

It is a crazy thought! 😬

[@racheltaylor6578]

⁠@@UsernameKateThe Duchess of Sutherland and her husband cleared the people off the land to make way for sheep farmers

[@s.venkateswarpatnaik2484]

Hei I liked your video and Honda CL 500 motorcycle.I wish you Happy touring on Honda CL 500🎉

[@wolfpackpete6408]

This CL model from Honda, I feel takes a lot of design cues from the Triumph Scrambler that Chris Pratt rode through the jungle with his pack of velociraptors. Maybe that's the idea. For younger riders or anyone with the Scrambler 900 outwith their budget, to get that feeling from their motorcycling ownership experience?! Competition from the new Triumph Scrambler 400, but the Honda's exhaust is styled more like the bike in the movie.

[@Subject__017]

Great video Kate! Really enjoyed this and I’m looking forward to seeing your turn on the CBR500R - I’ve got one myself and can’t wait to hear your opinion of it. I’ve also got the Dax (in red) and I absolutely love it. Like you said, it’s such a fun bike and it’s great to use for a bimble on the lanes with. I’m trying to keep mine mostly standard as I usually end up doing a lot of customisation 😅 so far, I’ve a horn cover, a clear cam cover and custom brake lever & pedal. Anyhow, take care and I look forward to the next instalments.

[@UsernameKate]

I have a bit of an unexpected opinion on that bike! Can't wait for you to watch it! And I love that you have a Dax! It was so much fun (the brief time I got to spend on it!) And yeah, customising the bikes can drain your pockets! 😭

[@tonyoutdoorsuk3479]

Hi Kate, what a beautiful video. I actually got welled up a few times thinking about my beloved Scotland and watching you all on the bikes! Bless me, lol. I’m definitely going to do my CBT next year when I’ve enough money saved up! Take care! X

[@UsernameKate]

Thank you so much! hopefully it all goes well for you

[@tonyoutdoorsuk3479]

@@UsernameKate wow, that was an EPIC 3 day adventure! I’m sure it will all go well…once I have moved, hopefully back to Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 again I will save for a used bike and be able to do bike camps for my channels!

[@tonyoutdoorsuk3479]

@@UsernameKate wow, that was an EPIC 3 day adventure! I’m sure it will all go well…once I have moved, hopefully back to Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 again I will save for a used bike and be able to do bike camps for my channel!

[@carolineobrien192]

Awesome video

[@derbyshireruralrider9398]

Been watching the series of Rob Little going up to Scotland and round NC500 on an old Yamaha 100 in glorious sunshine. Presume filmed in June

[@LadyFarrow1]

It’s great isn’t it 👍

[@UsernameKate]

I'll have to check him out!

[@frankvanleeuwen2943]

Verry classic looking bike.... My first bike was a Honda XLR 500 it had the same headlight suround...maybe the had some left from 1988...😂

[@UsernameKate]

🤭

[@gentleapache]

Nice singing "Ready or not here I come, you can't hide!"

[@UsernameKate]

Forgot I kept that in 🤣

[@gentleapache]

@@UsernameKate you sounded great! ❤🎶🎵....should give us a few lines in all your videos or start your intros off with your own song.

[@gentleapache]

@@UsernameKate i do a lil producing i can do that for you...link me up. 👍🏾😁👍🏾

[@chema1546]

Ok 👏🎉 Kate 😊

[@user-bv6pv3or7f]

I liked number one and I hope to see the other videos when I get peace.

[@UsernameKate]

The next few Sundays 😊👍

[@allanmason7544]

fantastic vid kate

[@UsernameKate]

Thanks Allan!

[@mikep.9371]

Sure glad you ditched the rain clouds Kate. More on the little bike at the end would be interesting. Picking up a used 2005 200cc DR Suzuki myself to go with my Versys 650 and Suzuki Intruder LC 1500 next week.

[@UsernameKate]

We didn't get much time on them tbh! But I wanna get a Dax at some point to cover in a bit more detail 😊

[@richarddepledge960]

HI KATE, Scotland A9 to Inverness is an awsome route. Go that way often with work. Im up Scotland tomorrow but to Kilmarnock then east of Glasgow and probably back down M6. ill look out for you if your heading back down. Enjoy yourself.

[@UsernameKate]

Hey Richard! It was filmed last month, im long home now 😊

[@Rides_With_Ron]

Great review. I appreciate how you took the time to walk the bike and could see how you were able to handle it. I’m undecided between the super meteor and the continental gt Mr Clean. Any suggestions? Thanx again

[@chrishart8548]

Did you find the mirrors a bit strange on the CL500 like they were making you go cross eyed. I'm loving the cb500x in that green it comes in at the moment. Its so comfy light and manageable. My partner at 5'7" even finds it easy to put her feet down and doesn't feel like it might fall over.

[@stevieeplea5611]

Looking forward to seeing this kate wearing your leathers and swanky helmet and dark visor keep being the legend ride safe with ruby and grace only one username Kate

[@tonybarton3746]

Lived in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 a lot biggest accessory is Mossi repellent and the most dangerous is single track roads where the kamikaze sheep 🐑 jump out in front of you just as you get to them , little blighters 😂😂😂🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿, have a great trip 😊👍👍

[@UsernameKate]

Thanks Tony! It was a wonderful trip 😊

[@cav581979]

GREAT VIDEO! It would seem like the heat from the exhaust would be a little toasty so close on the seat.

[@matt-zr6zs]

Sticky 😂toffee pudding yum 😋 yum 😅

[@UsernameKate]

Food of gods for sure!

[@cospics]

Nice vid brought back memories, I used to live there opposite the entrance of the castle, in the mid eighties working for Sutherland estates..... anyway why the f model is not included? Sold out I guess 😆 Went recently to Youles to service my wifes and check the hornet or the triple 765 but I went away with a very low milage px monster+ ......who can say no to Bolognese V2 vibrator😅

[@UsernameKate]

🤣🤣

[@kostassideris3328]

Great video as always congrats🎉! What brand is your new helmet?

[@UsernameKate]

It's a Shoei Xspirit3 😊

[@kostassideris3328]

@@UsernameKate thank❤❤ you.

[@MrEbbitdog]

Looks like my MT50 from the 80’s 😂 can only think the stylist must be a relative of some one higher up to have kept their job after !

[@OntarioAndrews415]

Question for yah UNK: how did you come across and why did you pick the opening theme music you use? I like it. Just wondering how it came to be for your YT Channel. :)

[@user-ku4rs8gv5z]

nice singing voice! :)

[@philipchard7596]

Great blog Kate, Noticed you used 720x60 frames , do you usually use that setting as it’s super clear picture quality.Glad your having a great time🙏😎🇸🇪❤️👍

[@UsernameKate]

Do I? 🤣 I have no idea, I honestly hit upload and hope for the best lol!

[@philipchard7596]

@@UsernameKate According to my tv that’s what you where recording in , according to settings 😂😂😂👍very good blog though, 🙏❤️🇸🇪😎

[@SAM-zt2uy]

could you ask Honda when they are bringing the CT125 to the UK? Ive got a full licence but have 0 interest in modern bikes but the CT looks a lot of fun!

[@moto-jeff]

The brown seat on the CL is the optional high seat, which is an extra 30mm. So 820mm seat height on that one. Its the standard black seat that is 790mm.

[@UsernameKate]

Amazing, thanks Jeff! We were briefed on what had what in terms of extras so we just hopped on and went! It didn't feel like it was 820mm that being said! But I have slept since 🤣

[@moto-jeff]

@@UsernameKate When i rode tested one, i specifically chose a demo that had this higher seat as i'm tall so need a higher seat height and good seat to peg distance. As you said in your vid, its a really easy bike to ride. I liked how it rode but not keen on its looks. Waiting to see for myself what Triumph's 400X Scram is like, that looks much better imo.

[@roryingram9332]

Looking forward to the cb500x video if there is one. The CL looks better there than what I'd seen previously, did it have optional extras other than the heated grips?'

[@UsernameKate]

It had a side bag on it and I want to say a tour or adventure pack (I'm sure some one will correct me) with handguards, the mudguard and different pegs 😊

[@roryingram9332]

@@UsernameKate thanks, i think the hand guards, high level mud guard and light cowl made it look a lot more purposeful! Honda did the NC500 when the 2023 CB500X was launched too, I fancy one

[@theflyingfossil2146]

This is what you you do best, keep up the good work. 🏍

[@UsernameKate]

Thank you 😊😊😊

[@gopherchucksgamingnstuff2263]

If I tour where I live, it is Beach, food, traffic, and cops. Florida lol

[@UsernameKate]

And nice weather usually! 🤣

[@racheltaylor6578]

Have you done the Duke’s pass at Aberfoyle Kate? It’s popular with bikers and cyclists.Lots of twisty bits and climbs.

[@UsernameKate]

I don't think I have Rachel! I'm gonna get on Google maps now and have a look!

[@trevjones1315]

Who on earth designed that bike and stepped back and thought, yep that's a beauty. Was it Ray Charles 😂😂

[@UsernameKate]

Trevor you savage 🤣🤣

[@duanestiles4821]

They need to name it the Honda pumpkin lol

[@happygilmorides7353]

Kate, what of the 500 versions would you go for and spend your dosh on?

[@UsernameKate]

You know what... I never thought i'd say this... but the CBR500R :) Surprised me the most that bike!

[@martinhughes9769]

Designer must have been smoking something 🪴 think it starts off in a pot ,that tank is floating in fresh air spoils the bike, Great engine throughout the 500 range, unfortunately this is the ugly duckling, beautiful scenery 😊 that hotel looks a love place

[@MrJenno76]

I believe Dunrobin castle was owned by a retired scouser 😉

[@UsernameKate]

🤣

[@LukeAshton05]

Sticky toffee pudding 🍮😋

[@UsernameKate]

It was so nice!!

[@winni4u]

✌️😃👍

[@UsernameKate]

Thanks Winni!

[@pauljones3449]

Leave for the NC500 a month today 👍

[@UsernameKate]

Excited for you!!

[@RawTopShot]

I like the scrambler look of the CL, but I'm wondering why the power difference from the other 500's, especially the CB500X, since it's almost the same category and target demographic. Also a little bit of a shame the CL500 hasn't come with semi-knobblies as standard considering the rest of the bike's appearance.

[@UsernameKate]

When I say power difference, it is super super marginal. Like a point something, so thankfully not really noticeable but I did wonder why it was slightly different too!!

[@RawTopShot]

@@Tondaloona03 Last sentence ran on; sorry 🤣😂🤣

[@UsernameKate]

I understood ya! 😁

[@marcbrasse747]

Please take this as a compliment but every time I watch your videos I am also always a bit pleasantly distracted in spite of the excellent motorcycle content. Perfect combination.

[@RawTopShot]

​ Oh dear, I understand what you were trying to say, but simping is the wrong word. Do yourself a favour and look up the actual definition of simp, it requires interaction on the objectives part to qualify.

[@marcbrasse747]

@@Tondaloona03 Not really yours to interpret, especially since you seem to add an extraordinary amount of weight to what is in essence a rather polite remark. Saying even less would have meant to not make the compliment at all. Maybe you could learn from that.

[@StephanieG1]

Your second attempt at a pronouncing Lairg was correct. Don't worry too much about pronouncing Scottish place names. We appreciate you trying. Most Scots live in the central belt and have little idea how to pronounce Gaelic place names.

[@UsernameKate]

Thanks Stephanie! 😁 honestly I'm so bad it's often a lil embarrassing!

[@justmejohn773]

Living the dream Crocodile.

[@UsernameKate]

Trying! 🐊

[@ronoldcross8189]

Couldn't have picked a prettier ride, even if bit damp from time to time

[@chrishart8548]

I'm amazed a bike with a 180° crankshaft works. I thought a 270° was essential.

[@UsernameKate]

🤭🤭

[@MsDenver2]

Am I seeing things or is that man sitting backwards on a bike ? I hope you don’t pass any police like that👍🏍

[@UsernameKate]

Your eyes do not deceive you 🤭

[@Jackrabbit4520]

I couldn’t watch more than the first minute as you were making me dizzy rocking backwards and forwards, what was that all about?

[@UsernameKate]

Dynamism 🤌

[@Jackrabbit4520]

@@UsernameKate Ha, trust me when I say it didn't work.

[@UsernameKate]

Oh, I beg to differ 🤣

[@billwaterhouse5894]

Kate…you’re making me dizzy 😂

[@UsernameKate]

Sit down then 🤭🤭🤭

[@billwaterhouse5894]

hahahahaha

[@billwaterhouse5894]

By the way, love your stuff… especially when you make videos with usernamedad. I guess it’s because of my age and my kids likely close to yours

[@Chijousaikyo]

Front Single Disk? This must be a joke....

[@nikoscosmos]

Haha yes you are really funny!

[@fredmaldonado9204]

Your videos are smashinglin lovely. English bike Dan videos aren't as well made as your videos. Oh, by the way, I am an American. But I just Love to hear the proper English spoken language. 😊

[@romeldias]

How in the world did the designers pass the drawings on this bike!?!? 🤢

[@UsernameKate]

🥲

[@latinrider1809]

your cute, i wish i can go to England and ride with you,.. cheers pretty lady

[@staryjanek]

We in Scotland call this castle " Not Dun Robbin" The Sutherland clan chief cleared the people of the land, burning the houses of tenants over their heads, forced emigration and even selling tenants into slavery and replacing people with more profitable sheep. The Sutherland clan chief and his descendants are reviled up here, bloodthirsty and without any scruples. Sorry to burst your romantic notions, but those are the facts, sadly :( Love your vids I hope you enjoyed your visit and keep up the good work :)

[@UsernameKate]

Damnnnn, it's always good to hear facts so thanks for sharing them!

[@staryjanek]

@@UsernameKate Aye, sorry to be a bubble buster, BUT wealth doesn't appear out of the air, usually it involves other folks suffering, sobering thought. Hey ho, keep doing such a good job, more strength to your arm :)

[@cospics]

It's good to know local history and what happened then .... but my question is should the working class restrict our freedom by hating someone, mainly because of their past. Long time ago I've worked for the estate, and lived in the castle grounds met Alastair and his late mother and my impression was of hospitable people who have to carry tradition good or bad.....luck of the draw in my opinion, anyway.... brilliant biking roads I had the pleasure to ride back in the day. Miss the place not the weather 😀

[@maxrider7880]

I am sorry but that CL500 looks absolutely tragic!

[@courtneythrelkeld]

😂😂😂

[@jonnyhonda]

But what about them sexy white bolt on primer white fairings and mudguard lol

[@UsernameKate]

I do wish they were colour coded!

[@jonnyhonda]

@@UsernameKate 2 years from now they will colour code. They always do it 4 the end of line models. Cmx500 got same treatment.

[@UsernameKate]

Interesting!!

[@Ridewithunicorn]

Hi Kate y your side don't had crash guards ❤U kate

[@richarddevaottien7724]

Did Honda provide an ambulance for the v@×€d participatants?

[@701Adventures]

Some great scenery but I was cringing at about the 18:00 minute mark when you’re approaching that left bend and the photographer is directing you to pull up alongside them on their offside while riding on single track. On a closed road, no problem but not here, you only need to meet yourself coming in the opposite direction and you’re all dead. Quite poor riding really, learn to say NO. 👍

[@theresnosuchman7675]

@701Adventures She‘s not a bloody amateur. "Es ist sehr windig, ja" 🌬️

[@simonchilli2088]

Did the Honda people have the map of Scotland upside down when they chose the locations?🥲 Although I don't think the south of Scotland is getting any better weather either tbf.

[@UsernameKate]

🤣