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2019 Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin DCT | What A BELTER!

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Hi folks.
This is a, sort of, recap to my time on the SUPERB Africa Twin.
We had just spent a weekend camping in Wales, which is where I rode my first miles (and IT's first miles) on it.
It's clear from this video how I feel about it.
This bike, as it stands, with all the fitted extras would cost £17,244.
Base model RRP is £12,999
Enquiries; rich@wildbadtouring.com
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@andrewgibbs5135 3 года назад

I remembered being so impressed with this video, photography, location and the review of the bike. Just revisited to see if the 1000 DCT was any lesser performer than the 1100, I think not. Love the graphics, sound an overall look of this one........Great video, many thanks 👍

@SBKPete 5 лет назад

Great review 👏🏻 As for the fly tipping, I think the gas canister gives it away, as to who has dumped the rubbish.

@greywoolfe9 3 года назад

You have just relieved my Lockdown blues. The roads you picked are favourites of mine and funnily enough I did the lane a while ago in the mud on an 06 1200 GS with the lovely Louise as pillion. Hilarious! and the Honda certainly handled it better. Love your enthusiasm and on the back of this the Honda with DCT has gone to the top of my list as a replacement for the GS.

@RichyVida 3 года назад

It’s an amazing machine - as is the GS. 👍

@rickp9946 5 лет назад

I bought a DCT back in 2016 when they came out. I went for it as I'd enjoyed a couple of test rides. Ultimately I didn't get on with DCT as it lacked the involvement I wanted in a bike so I sold it after 900 miles. I prefer to have a regular gearbox - especially with an upshifter and blipper which you'd imagine is quite similar to DCT! Can't explain why - just horses for courses. I also felt it was a little top heavy and tall for me (32" inseam, 5ft 11 ins). And my spokes rusted! Everything else was great though.

@jaypuck6912 5 лет назад

Yup!!! After DCT, what's next? Self-driving? At some point, we have to ask why we are even on a motorcycle. I will never even put a Rekluse in.

@avrider99 5 лет назад

@@jaypuck6912 You miss the whole point of DCT...

@jaypuck6912 5 лет назад

@@avrider99 Am I? Or are you missing the whole point of riding a motorcycle? You might as well get an electric bike and then you don't even need DCT.

@honda116969 4 года назад

@@jaypuck6912 I personally prefer DCT and it doesn't take away from the fun I have on a motorcycle maybe you need the manual gearbox to enjoy it... Cuz I'll tell you what, I don't need a manual gearbox to enjoy it. DCT it is!

@johnnybigood4708 2 года назад

The AT, was my first dream adventure bike, then i saw the tenere700 with a little less gadgetry, and 1 or 2 other bikes with other things, but i keep seeing the AT, videos like yours and its videos like yours, thats cemented it for me permanently, thars just no comparison it has to be the africa twin no question about and the one i preferred to start off with, and yes i agree its got the look of a animated superhero look of it and the sound is better than the rest. 👍

@gcprost 4 года назад

I'm a short rider, 5'4" with a 30" inseam. I find my AT very easy to manage. I don't try to put both feet down, most of the time. I leave my right foot on the peg and put my left foot flat on the deck.

@cjskeptic8931 4 года назад

I have a 2019 AT adventure DCT... Living in Australia I commute on it, tour on it, off road on it... this review is spott on... it is an all round brilliant bike.. The DCT is brilliant. Great review.

@RichyVida 4 года назад

Cheers CJ. I’ve just done a few days up in the Highlands of Scotland on the brand new one. So an updated review and mini-series for the next generation coming V soon!

@johncompton8902 5 лет назад

Best Africa Twin review I’ve seen, no log jumping & night ride that’s a first, cracking video 😊

@whitedrguy6503 5 лет назад

Would have to one of the very few vloggers to test the AT and not say it lacks power. Well done sir. 👍👍👍

@RichyVida 5 лет назад

I've heard that, on a few comments. I don't think it lacks power at all. You have to remember what it's made for. More than enough power, and trust me, it's no slouch!

@WWADV 5 лет назад

As an owner of an '18 Adv Sports, the buffeting can be remediated with a formatted plastic piece that covers the back half of the fork tunnel.

@sleepindragon179 5 лет назад

For me anyway the Africa Twin is the best looking by a long way of all the adventure bikes. I rode one when they 1st came out. I had the bike for 2 days and put 700 miles on it, and found it comfy and capable on road. Its a big bike but the engine was a bit dull, a bit meh. Dunno if they've improved engine performance now or not. For on road use the powerplant is a bit uninspiring. Thanks Rich.

@ridewyoming 5 лет назад

How long ago ? I test drove the 2018 model (and bought the 2019) and touched 90mph and still felt like it had much more power to give.

@markjones3425 5 лет назад

I owned a 2017 standard shift and thought it had great power. I did NOT drive it in low RPMS but rather enjoyed the 1000cc engine in 45-7500rpm range and had a gas!!....and had to gas up a lot...but what fun! Great bike. I took it on a 14000km ride around South America and drove it completely differently, very calm low RPM and low speed most of the time to save rubber and make the next gas station...started in San Antonio Chile rode north a few hundred miles then to the Patagonia through Argentina and Southern Chile crossing the Andes numerous times, then back north again crossing the Andes often and to the northern sections of Argentina, back in the Alti Plano of Chile and Peru, to Ecuador and finally Columbia, tons of off road mixed conditions, snow, rain, very high winds, blazing sun, deep mud, water crossings and millions of turns and twists on very fun routes!! etc. The bike NEVER skipped a beat and had TONS of power even at 4800m above sea level. Its an outstanding machine, and extremely forgiving and easy to ride.

@ridewyoming 5 лет назад

@@markjones3425 I'm so jealous 😊

@gregorywilliams8580 2 года назад

You might like it in sport mode!

@peterwells5424 5 лет назад

Great to see you having so much fun. Your enthusiasm is contagious! I’ve been riding a 2016 AT DCT in Japan for the last 18months. It is so incredibly versatile and easy to ride on the narrow mountain roads.

@johnnybigood4708 2 года назад

Love it no messing about speeding things up I like the video to be in normal time all the time, and yes beautiful soundtrack 👍 I need that soundtrack

@Dave-el6qd 5 лет назад

Great review Richy. I ride a DCT Crosstourer and like you say it’s a stunning, intuitive and clever system.

@honda116969 4 года назад

I like your review very much! & I like how you have a glass-half-full attitude about it. More people need to be positive about stuff, I like your outlook! & your hauling ass with that bike

@jboyers1 4 года назад

I really liked your review and as many mentioned, your enthusiasm and respect for the country. I was going to suggest you pop in your still images during the video and dang, you did it at the end! Very well done Richy.

@andrewtofts7884 5 лет назад

Thank you Richy, the best video I’ve seen in a long time and what a testimony to the capabilities of that bike. I recently did the BMW Off Road Skills course on a GS 1250; would love to try this motorcycle to compare the two. Cheers, Andy

@briantwigger9364 Год назад

It’s your fault I bought a 2017 dct …….. thanks for a fantastic summer touring buddy, what a bike 👍👍🍻

@LambChopRides 5 лет назад

Lovely bike, need to try one myself. Ref fly tipping, sure I saw a load of cut tiles there and didn't you say you take your van up there?? 😂

@gregc6661 3 года назад

I know I am late discovering this video but you sir are one hell of a great motorcycle reviewer! I was already very interested in the Africa Twin but you’ve put a completely new dimension on my enthusiasm. Thank you

@RichyVida 3 года назад

Thank you very much ;-)

@hornet224 5 лет назад

No RU-vid motovlogger deserves the Africa Twin more than you. You're special. I'll pledge $20 to start.

@RichyVida 5 лет назад

That's a lovely thing to say. Thank you!

@greengoblindave 3 года назад

Hi Richi. Just to let you know. I’ve bought a Africa Twin it is only a 2017 model DCT. With all the money I’ve spent on bikes over the last few years since I developed a leg problem lol.. 15 gran plus.. But I just wanted to let you know your review on this bike pushed me that way and I’d just like to thank you... 👍

@RichyVida 3 года назад

Wow, congratulations mate! I’m glad it helped sway you to this amazing machine 👍👍

@rceparts9693 5 лет назад

I told you the ADV life is much more fun, gets you more places and easier to keep your license.

@somecolbyguy1833 5 лет назад

Very cool "ghost shot" of you at the end. Thanks for the honest review, Mr. Vida, as always!

@themisinformedfryer8140 5 лет назад

Hey kids, what a beautiful bike and an even more beautiful video, thank you my friend.

@mistery00t29 5 лет назад

This is only one evening bike review on RU-vid 😎 This bike would be perfect if it has shaft drive...apart from that everything is spot on! And is a bit weird that only one exhaust pipe gets dirty,the other one will always look new,or newer,and all the mud from front wheel and dirt goes straight on frame. You shoud get one,you are Honda guy! 👍

@NSteele76 5 лет назад

Agree re shaft drive, I would be very tempted to chop my VFR1200F in for one if that was the case.

@IanDocherty335 5 лет назад

.........and tubeless tyres. 👍🏍

@davidhardstaff8110 5 лет назад

I don't understand, why shaft? It's heavier, it robs power and it still needs maintenance, also a cost if it takes a prang . Chains last a long time if cleaned and lured and that takes minutes every now and then. Unless you are doing 700 mile days day in day out I'd take chain every time. But whatever floats your boat.

@jaypuck6912 5 лет назад

….. and cruise control..... and 50 more HP...…. and a MUCH bigger gas tank. Other than everything we just mentioned, sure it's "spot on."

@Harleyguy03 5 лет назад

Really 𝙜𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩 review! No cruise and tubed tires were deal breakers for me. I went with the 2019 1250GS HP. Gotta love that 𝙍𝙚𝙙 𝙒𝙝𝙞𝙩𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝘽𝙡𝙪𝙚!

@blackhillsboozer9306 5 лет назад

Can't stand that BMW copied Honda...Guess its the greatist form of flattery!

@deviantrider9309 5 лет назад

Hands down the best review i have seen for the AT & iv'e watched a few as it was on my short list last autumn when i was in the market, Could really see you on an adventure bike when funds permit, as i think you would make full use of its capabilities ** Ohh & i'm pretty sure you can retro fit cruise control on these long as its the later ride by wire model for about £300 watch lamb chops rides ** I personally think they missed a trick & should of fitted it as standard considering most people use them for touring

@migueld5175 5 лет назад

Tubed tires are a big dealbreaker for me! 3 flat tires in 2 years time, and always fixed it in 10 minutes.

@grahew632 5 лет назад

Yes you can now fit a bladder system..... no more tubes!👍

@russelllocke7180 5 лет назад

Viewed a number of reviews on the Africa Twin 🏍 and am yet to hear a bad one. You’re a braver man than me riding at night with 🦌 deer and 🐑 sheep about. Cheers Richy.

@plymouthjanner8940 5 лет назад

I have a DCT Honda Crosstourer and Absolutely Love it. Great Vid Richy. Cheers..

@colinjohnson1104 5 лет назад

i have the early model and got a lower seat and i`m 5`7" love it dual fun enjoy it while you can.

@EdBraunbeck 4 года назад

Did the lower seat help a lot?

@stevenbown5752 5 лет назад

Great vid Rich, that bike sounds lovely...I'm sure you can manage to squeeze another on alongside the VFR in the new gaff....

@zedcharlie 4 года назад

Best review of dct anywhere, you sussed out how to ride it! I always think if we always had auto transmissions and then somebody invented manual everyone would hate it!!!

@TheZakkmylde 4 года назад

Good job and video. New Africa twin looks maybe even better. Cheers from Canada 🤘🏼

@RichyVida 4 года назад

Yes, the new one definitely has my attention!

@TheZakkmylde 4 года назад

RichyVida but seems when comparing to the other bikes it doesn’t seem To get same respect especially dct version. I own a Honda truck and love Honda reliability so I can only assume this bike should be no different and maybe cost of ownership cheaper then gs or a ktm 🤷🏻‍♂️

@raycollington4310 5 лет назад

I tried the GS but fell in love with the AT within the first mile of the test ride. I'm in my second month and love every mile on mine. I only have 30" inside leg and are fine with the seat in the lower position. The ATAS however would need longer legs. Thanks Richy!

@ptb1968uk 4 года назад

Just sold my Tracer MT09 and now looking for my first Africa Twin. Can’t wait!!

@Mrfish2015 5 лет назад

Glad you like it mate , I love mine (not dct) I’m tempted to get that colour in dct though , I get the 1200/1250 comparison question all the time , it’s built to go against the 850 the crosstourer goes against the bigger BMW’s , so very hard to compare ... off road only one winner though lol.. Great vid bud and fly tippers should be drop kicked

@VRFlightSimGuy 5 лет назад

Gotta say it sounds gorgeous

@alexmorgan3435 5 лет назад

Headlights are pretty impressive, something most reviews don't cover as they are only reviewed in daylight. So one up for you Richy. And the switchgear could be illuminated as well. In fact it should now be mandatory on ALL new bikes with the many buttons to press and wiggle.

@dahi1602 5 лет назад

Great review, love the bike. You’ve got me thinking!

@pinkiewerewolf 5 лет назад

Love the 2019 Blue color scheme on the standard AT.

@oldmanonapan7678 Год назад

Picking one up Friday, can't wait

@stephenbray4420 5 лет назад

Great vid again mate your photography is amazing especially the one near the street lamp thanks very much for your channel and what a bike love it

@butcherknife59knife46 7 месяцев назад

I just pick up a 2019 AT manual 4k miles but in stealth Blk & Gold. Lots of extras Im putting on the finishing touches heated grips extra lighting. Tank protection pads screen protection and a total cleaning oil and filters. Awaiting spring her in the states. Thanks for sharing.

@simondavis741 5 лет назад

Excellent review and I love the stills photos at the end. Good work. 👍🏻

@jencam6854 5 лет назад

Really enjoyed that video, much more interesting and different than the usual review vids out there. I didn't believe you were going to go back down that lane in the dark! 😮

@RichyVida 5 лет назад

haha I loved it! ;-)

@scottraines7419 4 года назад

I think this is a very well rounded and thought out video and description of the attributes of the Africa Twin DCT. I really liked that he could ride and talk, without wind buffeting interruption. I'd like to have riding that quiet. I know that's more than likely an attribute of the camera used more than anything else. I'm new to the AT and the DCT and so far, I wouldn't trade it for the world. I appreciate, how much he APPRECIATES the bike and all it offers. Great video and representation of the bike. I especially liked the way he condemned the trashy area he found. Some people are such boneheads.

@RichyVida 4 года назад

Cheers Scott, and welcome. I did a review on the brand new one, too. I shot up to Scotland in January on it. Some would say foolish at that time of year, but I had a great time, and the series of vids it produced (in my opinion) are really great. Check it out!

@timplympton4653 5 лет назад

Great video, I just picked mine up today [dct version] I live 3 miles from the dealer but I think I put on 50 miles getting home.. haha! Absolutely love this bike!

@davidbadham3712 5 лет назад

Really enjoyed that, cheers RV. The latest adventure bikes add a new dimension to a good bike ride🖖

@leoncelestinedave 5 лет назад

Brilliant review, this is the Adventure Sport, is it not? It does not look like the regular DCT. I have the 2018 DCT and I absolutely love it! I went in skeptical but was blown away by the DCT and the modes ensures that there is something for every type of rider. The DCT has tons and tons of character! You have a new subscriber today! Cheers!

@RichyVida 5 лет назад

This is the Standard ;-)

@40mosher 5 лет назад

Your comment on the screen height, that’s the taller adventure screen. I have no issue with the standard. I’m 5’10”ish. They do say ya get windbuffeting from the fork tunnel, which is why you can buy, and I have, a airdam which cuts that out completely. Cheers

@shauna260 4 года назад

My comment is a few months late but I totally agree, it’s not the screen. I’m 5’10 and was getting the same buffeting issue, was also told about the fork tube /tank gap cover. I fitted a cover and now I have zero buffeting! AT’s are great bikes.

@MikesProjectsandHobbiesMC 5 лет назад

Great review, I picked up an Africa Twin Adventure Sports a couple of weeks ago. I love it, been riding for over 45 years and this is in the top 5 bikes I have ever owed or ridden. Im 5'11" and ride with the seat in the low position. I didnt get any buffeting with the stock shield but in cooler weather I feel its way too "vented" so for now I popped on a Puig Touring shield and the airflow is just at perfect. I have zero complaints about anything on the bike. I grew up on dirt bikes so the height doesn't bother me. I read on the forums of people replacing the seat and I have come to the conclusion people just replace shit on a motorcycle for bragging rights. "oh look at my new $1000 seat"...... The stock seat is fine. I ride 120 miles a day to work and my butt hasn't complained yet. This might be the perfect motorcycle for me. Oh and mine is a manual.

@RichyVida 5 лет назад

Yep, no complaints with that seat at all.

@docgreen4934 5 лет назад

Hi Richy - the Aussie guys at Big Bike Adventures love this bike too and they really put in the mileage. The guy who got me back to biking has the normal geared AF and he really prefers it to the GS. I’m going for some test rides this summer before making a decision on a tourer. Many thanks for this and the great shots! Yours aye, Alan

@JonathanErwin 5 лет назад

Got the 2018 Africa twin adv sports. The bike rocks on all fronts a few mods for a lower seat, bigger foot pegs and a taller windscreen and beefier crash bars and the bike is unstoppable. I cannot recommend another bike before the africa twin for price and performance on and off road for a large adventure bike.

@RichyVida 5 лет назад

Totally agree!

@Dp3.16 5 лет назад

Told ya they were awsome bike's,.probably my next bike.great vid 👍

@kevinwestwood6668 5 лет назад

Excellent review, most reviews I've seen on the DCT version, they just dismiss it,it's nice to see the bike being reved hard and listen to the gears DCT,changing, Honda has 0% finance on all their bikes until July, looks good.

@HORNET6 5 лет назад

Kevin Westwood is it nice? The bike has only done 600 miles...or don't we run bikes in these days?

@ridewyoming 5 лет назад

Not in the States unfortunately, best financing they do is 3.99%, which is still ok. Buy my dealer gave me a good discount on the 2019 model and no delivery charge.

@jaypuck6912 5 лет назад

@@ridewyoming NEVER pay a delivery charge. What rubbish. RideWyo, what city are you in?

@ridewyoming 5 лет назад

@@jaypuck6912 i live in Montana but ordered the AT on Wyoming from my old dealership. They're nice and honest. Imagine the Honda dealership in Montana wanted to charge me $350 for an oil change on the CBR250R claiming it takes a lot of labor time. I did it myself after watching a RU-vid video and took me half hour. I'll never set foot there again. The dealership where I ordered it even gave me a $500 discount on the 2019 brand new model

@jaypuck6912 5 лет назад

@@ridewyoming How's the riding in Montana? I only know Colorado, and I'm guessing the mountain passes are just as awesome as CO.

@jimc793 5 лет назад

Great video, as always. If you commented on engine temp and vibes, I missed it. I love my newly-purchased 2015 VFR Interceptor Deluxe with quick shifter but I am always surprised at the engine temps I see. (I live in the Southwest Desert in the US). So I'm always curious about engine temps on Honda's bikes and curious about vibrations on any bike. Obviously, vibes not an issue with the smooth-as-glass VFR.

@gunn00r 5 лет назад

Fantastic bike for sure! I was riding the same DCT version on Mallorca in December, banging it through the bends and going offroad to explore some empty beaches. I was honestly impressed how high the sports mode revs the engine!

@Ou8well 5 лет назад

Kid with a new toy! 😂 Pleased you’ve seen the light & you get the DCT. Love mine Fun,easy to ride and a real blast. I think you needs one! Have a word with Santa 🎅

@d4mcm 5 лет назад

Really good vid ! -10/10. ... love the bigger Africa twin its as big as a horse! .... never ridden DCT but it looks Awesome .

@philiphare8176 5 лет назад

Richy, surprised you haven't got one of these , they open up a whole new world of biking, getting to places that you don't see on the normal beaten track makes travelling way more fun. I did the Picos trail you mentioned on my GSA, all I can say is the views were amazing and it was a real adventure getting there. You also get to do things like roadbook RallyMoto events which are a blast :-)

@banjo4829 5 лет назад

Another great video Richy, just what the doctor ordered ! going to organise a road test asap.

@fenner-g6088 5 лет назад

I've got a F800GS that I use off road and on road, only use it off road if it's relatively dry though, because even with the Mitas E-07's I've fitted it's a proper handful in any mud !! It takes a GOOD rider to handle this size bike in knarly off road conditions. Them lanes would be a completely different proposition in the wet, and then to make it doable you need to compromise road handling by fitting more aggressive tyres. I went for a slightly older 800, spent money on crash protection for it, and a low seat to help my little old legs cope ... and I love it. I looked a a AT, and I think it would be even better than my 800 all round, but they are just too bloody tall !! People knock the "adventure style" bikes, but I've had all sorts over the last 35 years and I love the riding position.

@jaypuck6912 5 лет назад

If you don't like your 800 in the wet, you aren't going to like the AT at 550 lbs. Have you considered the new F850GS?

@fenner-g6088 5 лет назад

@@jaypuck6912 the GS8 is staying for a while, my point is that these big adventure bikes take some handling off road if it's wet and muddy, and you need to be a good rider, which I'm not ! I love my 800 off road in the dry though. I've got a Beta xtrainer 300 2 stroke for the gnarly stuff ... that's a whole different animal !!

@neilb4297 5 лет назад

Great review Richy, I’ve always loved the loved the looks of the AT and now I really need to test one to compared it to my GS.

@mikeschap1 5 лет назад

Totally agree Richy, it’s a lovely looking bike. Was at our local dealer recently and stood next to one, thinking how the hell would I get my leg over that. There’s a punchline there somewhere 😂😂😂 Keep up the great vids Richy. Anytime you fancy some South Wales touring give me a shout.

@mikekearsley2407 5 лет назад

Great review of this bike. I like your info on the DCT. I noticed you are driving on the wrong side of the road.Thanks.

@billh5850 5 лет назад

Another great vid Richy, I was near Chatsworth at the week-end, flaming cold it was, anyway thought you may like the Africa Twin, it is a great bike.

@JakeStrada 5 лет назад

I have the NC750X DCT and love it, It is amazing the amount of bikers that say - yeah dct (crap) then they get a shot and absolutely love it too. I love the africa twin, but the only thing that puts me off is the height and the tft screen looks quite boring compared to the bmw tft. Great review, thanks for uploading

@vctm1 5 лет назад

Jake Honda I’ve had the NC750X DCT for 4 years and now own an Africa Twin DCT. You can get the height of the AF reduced, the operation costs about 200€ and is reversible. Gets the AF to the same height as the NC. Btw I love both bikes equally, many common qualities (smoothness...) with each their own twist.

@EscapePlan97 5 лет назад

I prefer the r1200/1250 gs. The cruise control for example is a must have, if your doing hundreds of highway miles.

@colinburnside4569 5 лет назад

Good long review really enjoyed it. Thank You Richy.......:)

@MrG61-u9k 5 лет назад

Brilliant video Sir really enjoyed it. I'm into my 4th year of CRF1000 ownership, the DCT is very addictive. That Honda tall screen just doesn't work on the bike, in fact shorter screens work better, I have stock screen with MRA spoiler added.

@dalehawkes1594 5 лет назад

Great video you answered questions as I was watching I thought what’s the clutch lever for then those indicators seem on lol great job and it looks quite quick I ride my gsa quite quick and thought the Honda may be a little lacking but she seems like a goer I may have to book a test ride well done Richy 👍👍👍

@LickyDischarge 5 лет назад

Yet another fantastic upload and an epic bike! The fly tipping makes me sad and angry, living in the countryside myself, I see it far too often.

@abritablondeabike 5 лет назад

Good job mate. A pleasure to watch as always. 👍👍😃🤩

@paulpartridge2674 5 лет назад

Those lights must have been bright to show up on the GoPro like that. Great review as always , cant wait for the Aber series 👍🍻

@RichyVida 5 лет назад

As always, the GP doesn't show it like it was. They are super bright.

@stevebolton8471 5 лет назад

Well that’s the best shot night riding video I have ever seen. The lights look great. Would love to try one but then I might want to change my NC750X DCT and the Mrs would not be happy!

@MrAnthonyHilton 5 лет назад

I test rode both manual and DCT and in the end went for a Manual Adventure Sport, Glad as I've since heard some scary stories about the DCT's playing up.

@alrightdave6135 5 лет назад

Anthony Hilton where have you heard that?

@paulwood7798 5 лет назад

Another cracking film Rich. I quite like the bike and have seen plenty of great reviews but its a total world away from your VFR so praise from yourself is praise indeed. Just wondered how much to fill the tank and what miles it does till a refill. Cracking photos at the end as well. Cheers Rich

@RichyVida 5 лет назад

Didn't really fil from empty, so couldn't really say. It has an 18ltr tank (VFR has 21ltr). I think approx 160miles to the tank - maybe a touch more...

@rongreen4766 5 лет назад

Thanks for the night ride, enjoyed it. I think it would be perfect out here in Oz.

@RichyVida 5 лет назад

Check out Big Bike Adventures. He has one (amongst others) and loves it. He’s on your soil ;-)

@motoventure_6938 5 лет назад

Top video Richy. I absolutely loved the AT when I test rode one (DCT model). I would have had one if it wasn't for the high insurance quotes I got personally!

@wobblybrother4552 5 лет назад

Once again Richy a brill video,very informative. Know what you mean about DCT. I ride a 750X with DCT and after enduring some flack from mates who said ''It's a scooter''🛵 But i absolutely love it , by the way, don't know if you can fit a electronic foot gear pedal on to a Africa twin but I've had one fitted to my 750X really changes the feel of bike it's more like a quickshifter. Keep up the good work 😁

@gordonLP 5 лет назад

I would imagine with the DCT in manual the foot shifter would be quite good (I have an X-ADV so I'm aware of the options), but you then have to question why have the DCT version as its heavier, more complicated and cost more. I'm still not sure about the DCT, for me it always seems to be in the wrong gear when you want to overtake (I know you can knock it down, but it will nearly always just change up again), it also has an annoying habit of changing up whilst cornering on round-abouts, I think on balance from my experience with DCT, I would stick with the manual option.

@DDLovett 5 лет назад

Fantastic review Richy. Magic.

@lambo2817 5 лет назад

Awesome bike mate, my uncle has one and only good reports so far! Now, back to the USA tour series ......

@Roger_White 5 лет назад

A very capable bike for anything, another honest video Mr Vida....best get that house purchased 😉.

@RichyVida 5 лет назад

I'm bloody trying! Damn solicitors sitting with their thumbs up their arses!

@Roger_White 5 лет назад

Nothing wrong with thumbs up arses...we’ve all tried it...or is that just me 😳🤦‍♂️🤣

@thesilverfoxtravels6653 5 лет назад

Excellent video again. I'll keep an eye out for you on the Africa Twin as I'll be down there tomorrow. I'm having a few days in the Peak District and staying at the Departure Lounge Travelodge. Hope the weather's good. Cheers.

@RichyVida 5 лет назад

Bugger! I'd have called for a coffee, but I'm at the Katana launch tomorrow ;-)

@thesilverfoxtravels6653 5 лет назад

Hope you have a great time. I'll be exploring the Peak District till Saturday afternoon so might see you around anyway. Enjoy the launch.

@kevinperree7764 5 лет назад

A bit like “The Crumble” but without the falling off and comedy cussing 👍👍

@krisdonnelly8122 5 лет назад

Great video. Bike looks and sounds phenomenal 👌

@peterwillekens8275 5 лет назад

I love that bike! Great vid! Really enjoyed it! 👍 👍

@exothermal.sprocket 5 лет назад

Full exhaust system on this machine would sound awesome.

@darrenwardle8828 5 лет назад

Another great video mate, thank you. The front end always reminds me of a mad sonic the hedgehog 😂. Whats the difference in between the crosstourer and the Africa twin?? Both similar models? Just wondering why Honda have brought similar bikes out?? Thanks again for another very enjoyable and informative video 👍👍

@kevinwestwood6668 5 лет назад

The Africa twin is more off road focused, it has a 21" front wheel, spoked wheels, tubed tyres,you wouldn't take a cross tourer off road.

@motorbiketoureruk 5 лет назад

I’ve had one for a 18 months now, didn’t really like the DCT at first. Now I think it’s a great bike, standard tyres are shite in the wet. The only thing I would change is to tubeless as I don’t get why Honda went with tubes

@bobbo4360 5 лет назад

Does your camera not like the LCD display it keeps going fuzzy 😂

@RichyVida 5 лет назад

I thought it was a problem with the dash at first. Kept going weird. Sat in the garage with ignition on; I cannot get it to do it!

@davidthomas6681 5 лет назад

*coughs* speed demon 😁

@bobbo4360 5 лет назад

Just thought my eyes were going but if it was just on idle too 😂🤣😂

@Ibrahim-ls2qk 5 лет назад

RIP Johnny, may he watch over your ride into the horizon

@RichyVida 5 лет назад

Thank you

@jaypuck6912 5 лет назад

Oh this is an easy one. Cruise control? ABS? Cast aluminum wheels instead of spoked? Tubeless? Much larger gas tank AND a reserve tank? 50 more HP? Shaft drive? If I was shopping for a bike like these, it would be the BMW all the way. I'll choose an F850GS over the Honda as well, without most of the features I just mentioned.

@TheMissendenFlyer 5 лет назад

Fabulous bike the Africa Twin, you should try the Adventure Sport version - I thought that was even better!! (and it's taller!!). Too bad then that to my eyes it's as fugly as they come!! You'll be telling me you like the looks of the Suzuki Katana next.....great vid as ever bud...ride safe!

@RichyVida 5 лет назад

You really don't like the look? I think it's stunning! Funny you should mention the Katana........... ;-)

@TheMissendenFlyer 5 лет назад

@@RichyVida Nah, those uprighty Dakaresque looks don't float my boat I'm afraid...which is a shame 'cos they are super bikes to ride as you found out.....

@Mr2OOM 5 лет назад

@@TheMissendenFlyer I'm going to have to disagree with you Mr TMF, I'm with Mr RV on the looks .. it looks stunning and your review of it even contributed to my decision to get one .. and I love mine ...

@thewoodster8607 5 лет назад

I thought he was riding the adventure sport version?!#$

@purpleyellowfrog 5 лет назад

I think its the best looking of all the adventure bikes, very handsome looking machine,especially in that colourway .Looks are subjective though...

@waynedl99 5 лет назад

One of my favourite lanes that, down to Chatsworth. Nothing better than coming out at the bottom covered in mud 👍

@bobatwell7505 5 лет назад

Another brilliant video , loved it

@Jaffa1951 5 лет назад

Wow!! Great lights. You'll have to let TMF know what camera you're using for the night time stuff as the one he uses doesn't show how good the lights are. I'm half way through your Norway tour - really enjoying it.

@ducatiadventures7230 4 года назад

Great Review ! You just sold one to me, Still not sure about which transmission I will chose but the bike definitely Africa the same color is a must for me :) Thank you !

@RichyVida 4 года назад

Wicked bike!

@Greggspies 5 лет назад

Was going have gear assist pro fitted to my GS until I tested 1250, glad I didn't it's not very good. Loads will say it's brill but it ain't, very aggressive up shift worked better down the box!! Think Honda with the DSG box has the best idea a true twin plate gear shift which is linear..... just sayin!