Hi Guys, would really appreciate your feedback on the review format I'm using here. Too long, too short? Would you prefer some on road footage or the return of the model history and owners manual extracts etc? All feedback, good and bad, very much appreciated! Thanks folks :)
I bought a 2017 a couple years ago at 23K, now just passed the 50k level and it's been almost 100% great. I mean that.....apart from a one time mystery electrical issue during a rain storm (tightened the battery cables and it's never happened again......but 🤔🤨), I am extremely satisfied with this machine. Suspension...🤔...sure, I want to increase the spring rate...I'm 220LBS, but I've ridden dirt bikes through out my youth, so I know how to stand up 😊. Recommend....👍👍 I think you did a really good review here. thank you. -Rod
Thanks Rod, I really appreciate the feedback. I think they've really matured in to a great bike and these early ones certainly hide their mileage very well indeed, great bikes imho.
Thank you for the prompt reply. I appreciate your unbiased approach. About me, I own a 2019 Africa Twin (Standard). I purchased her brand new from a dealer in 2021. I am particularly concerned about the quality of the switchgear and the ignition switch. I don’t seem to have problems with any of the aforementioned components, however, I intend on taking a proactive approach. Currently, I’m in the information gathering phase. My primary focal point is my ignition switch as I have heard that internal corrosion is an eventuality. I’m exploring the possibility of using a spray on electrical cleaner followed by a lubricant. I’m hoping that periodically spraying a generous amount of both into the keyhole will do the trick. Regarding the switch gear. I’m thinking that I can open both the left and right handlebar units up and perform the same electrical cleaning and lubrication but from the inside. I’m hoping that doing so yearly as part of regular maintenance will do the trick. I’m curious about your thoughts.
Thanks for reaching out. I know the switch gear, especially on the left side, can have issues where replacement was required but without researching I'm not sure what the reason for failure was. With regard to the ignition switch, firstly they're a lot cheaper to replace but better still you can invariably take them apart and restore / clean them. I had to do this on a previous Honda project and I bought some plastic grease, some contact cleaner / lubricant (Servisol Super 10), and some 'brasso' to clean the contacts. It took a little while to pull apart and put back together and I needed a 'security' screwdriver, but it's still faultless years later. Hope this helps :)
Hi John, no this is one i hired for the review. Unlike most reviewers who have deals with dealers / manufacturers to get access to the latest bikes I rent the bikes i review (apart from the odd one I've owned for many years like the NC) This way you can be sure my take is completely straight and not influenced by a need to keep the dealers / manufacturers happy.
