2021 Honda NC750X [DCT] Review | In Depth Road Test 

Thanks John. That’s really kind of you. 🥰

Can’t compete with that to be fair 😂😂😂💪

I can imagine mate. Such a good all round machine.

Thanks mate 🙏

Thanks for watching and congratulations on your new bike!!! 🙏

Thanks mate. This is definitely the bike for you.

Thanks Stan. Glad it helped.

😂😂😂 nice to know I have an international viewer 🥰🙏

Thanks buddy I appreciate it 🙏

Congratulations mate!!! What an awesome bike 🎉👏🏻

You’re welcome. Glad it helped you 🥰

Thank you for watching 🙏

Thanks for watching 😂

Thanks. For the money it makes a lot of sense.

Thanks Ben. They are a great buy.

Thanks buddy 🙏

Thanks mate appreciate it 🙏

Thanks and glad you enjoyed it

Thanks Phil that’s lovely of you to say 🙏

Thank you 🙏

Thanks Paul. Appreciate you taking the time to comment that 🙏 good luck with the new bike

so you feel more power compare to the 2018 model? and how is the seat height. can you feel any difference in that aspect?

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Much appreciated pal

Thanks Roger. Appreciate the positivity 🥰

Thanks. Did you try one?

Thanks for the support I appreciate it 🙏

Thanks Gary. Appreciate it 🙌

Thanks buddy I appreciate it 🙏

Haha thanks my man

Good stuff mate. Congratulations

😂😂😈 it’s a bad habit of mine. I do it when I’m on the phone too.

Some good points pal. Thanks for watching 🙏

Thanks for taking the time to comment and watch. Appreciate it 🙏

have you done valves by yourself?

Very welcome mate. Thanks for the support 🙏

Thanks Jim

Good news mate and congratulations 🎉

RbW and DCT are a match made in heaven..... The lower ride height also lowers COG even further. Substantially so. It's as easy to push around, and lean over/under mirrors, in tight parking spots as a 300 class scooter now. And it doesn't pitch as much when braking hard. The latter at least partly because Honda has tuned the new, shorter suspension fairly firm. Reviewer is 17 stone, and finds it comfortable and good handling. Smaller riders may find it borderline too stiff over rough stuff. I'm 12-13 stone, and "plush" wasn't what immediately came to mind on a test ride. But if I get one, I will no doubt load it down with luggage, and likely fit stickier tires, so I can't say I'm bothered (It's not _that_ firm. Just firer than, say, a Vstrom 650.) In addition to supporting luggage and a passenger, the firmness will also come in handy for those who want to ride more aggressively. One thing I like about the lower height, is that it takes less space leaned over on narrow lanes. Really tall adventure bikes, sometimes feel like even with the tires almost in the ditch, you have to duck under oncoming SUV mirrors in turns. Lower bikes are just a bit tidier in that regard. All in all, it's pretty impressive how Honda has simultaneously achieved a low seat height, decent leg room AND still retained decent ground clearance for pretty spirited (for a street bike. It was never meant to be Marquez' new Honda) riding. I didn't check or measure or anything, but I can only assume they have achieved it by placing the pegs fairly close together, in addition to specking a fairly supportive suspension.

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Not at all mate. I appreciate it :)

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Yes, the previous incarnations (I had a 2016 NC750S) had a rather early redline and I used to bounce mine off it unintentionally a few times till I got used to it. They're definitely bikes which are faster if you try less hard.

Thanks for watching mate 🙏

For me, the power is sufficient. But cruise control and shaft drive and I'd buy one tomorrow.

@@adampennington8954 Cruise for sure, even a belt drive would be nice. Wind screen seems to be an issue at higher speed but that's fine if they leave it as it will always be preference. Im with ya.

Why does everyone want belt or shaft drives? You have way more options for final drive ratio's with chain and sprockets. Want a little bit more low end grunt change your sprockets. Want to go a little faster in the top end..... change your sprockets. lets see you do that on the cheep if you can even find a company that will take the time to make the parts for a belt or shaft drive. Noooooo........ for me though oiling a chain is a bit of a chore, I'll take the chain option any day of the week just for the reason I mentioned about the freedom to change your final drive ratio cheep and easily. You can keep your belt or shaft drive.

@@theperson7718 Because I want to ride and not do chain maintenance. My other bikes have chains. I prefer my tourer to have belt or shaft.

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Thank you. Really appreciate the feedback 🥰

Haha I’ll take that as a compliment. I definitely don’t work for Honda. Check out my Fireblade review if you’re unsure 🤭

Completely agree mate 👍🏻

Thanks Bradley. Appreciate the support

Thanks Nigel. No not at all. Really liked this bike.

Thanks also to you Garry for taking the time to leave a nice comment. 🙏

I see you’ve had two 750s models ! I’m really keen on the old s model as I believe it’s lower seat height! Can you confirm it’s lower? And what’s your honest opinion? I guess it’s good as you had two cheers in advance.

Ivor, yes indeed I had two "S's". My first was a 2016 DCT. The second, an earlier 2014 Manual. The seat is quite a bit lower than the X model at a shade over 800mm. I'm 5'6" with a 29" inseam so I find a lot of bikes too tall as you might imagine. The NC's were brilliant bikes and very good for pillion too. The seat is a quite hard though so I recommend the Shad replacement which is gel and really comfy. The manual version tends to hit the rev limiter a bit and you can get caught out during an overtake. I know it takes less than a second to snick an extra gear but it does reduce the safety margin. You soon get accustomed to it but the DCT bike looks after you more in this respect. These bikes are truly faster - the slower you ride them 😁. The worse thing about the S is that it doesn't benefit from the longer travel "DB" forks of the X model. It's the main area of dissatisfaction with the S. Reducing tyre pressures F&R by about 2 psi makes a surprising difference and doesn't affect handling one bit.

Thanks Garry that’s good info as I’m also short so lower seat is what I’m looking for, cheers stay safe.

Thanks appreciate it. Comfortable, very much so actually.

Will sure try my msn. Thanks. 🙏

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That’s a good call. Looking to get a go on one of those soon.

I believe so mate and thank you for the nice words 🙏

You’re welcome mate

Thanks mate. In my opinion yes, very much so.

Yeah it’s a great bike. Thanks for watching 🙏

Good info. Thanks mate 🙏

Thanks mate appreciate the support 🙏

Yeah I agree it’s a good looking thing. Love America. Would love to visit more often.

The dct was recalled it would stall some people got better off with the 6 speed manual

Hurt

No not at all it’s just really comfy. Go and see if you can have a test ride though. It’s important to be confident in your decision.

Totally agree 👍

Sorry I missed this. My notifications didn’t come up. Yes I went up to and beyond that (off camera 😈 allegedly). It’s really stable and handles it great.

@@mostlymotorbikes Are they going to mail you a ticket.....lol

Thanks mate. Let me know how you get on.

@@mostlymotorbikes it was a tough choice but decided to get the cb650r and loving it so far 👌🏻 cheers

@@MrRustyz good and congratulations mate. Lovely bike

It’s a good point mate. It really is a do it all bike.

Couldn’t agree more

Easily mate. I’m 17 stone (unfortunately) myself

@@mostlymotorbikes cheers 👍👍

Thanks appreciate it. I’ve not ridden the older model but the seat height has been reduced quite a bit. They have improved lots of different areas of the bike though and I am told it’s incrementally better all round. Hope it helps.

How you getting on with it?

@@mostlymotorbikes hi…thanks for asking, well, I actually got the 2023 version, basically a new paint job, got my bike in January, not the ideal time, weather utter pants on the island, I have just been doing lots of slow riding practice to be honest, getting a feel for how the bike is at low speeds, and just getting used to being back on a bike….bit wobbly to start with, but feel much happier with it, I’ll be having a few lessons , one to one on a smaller bike, just to get that extra road experience…..then I’ll be out on my bike as much as I can…got a fair few extras on the bike, think I need a front fender extender and a rear hugger….but yep, I love my new bike…..my biggest issue is the likely hood of having to get a new motorbike jacket and trousers……I am losing weight….and although that’s great….going to cost me on new gear this summer….cheers for your interest, appreciate that…thanks for sharing your excellent videos…cheers.

@@karlhoward2737 that’s good to know. Pleased for you. Keep at it.

Slightly less comfortable and marginally slower but all round handling and everyday use is better. It’s a proper touring bike and you can get all the touring accessories too.

Makes a lot of sense at the price point mate

Just bought the Forza. Awesome...though this looks great too. Don't think you can go wrong with either.

@@robertmarsh3588 completely agree mate and congratulations 👏🏻

Pretty well id think mate. Decent power if not bucket loads. Enough to be comfortable at touring pace.

@@mostlymotorbikes thanks for the response. A bucket load? 😜.

Thanks Geoff. Glad you liked the review.

Couldn’t agree more

Glad you’re liking it

Thanks for watching 🙏

I have no idea what this means but thank you ☺️

A throttle lock type. It is not electronic, but works well. "KAOKO" I think is the name. There are other as well.

What this guy said.

@@davidfalgout7304 there’s one aswell that releases when you pull the front brake right? Do you know the name of that one?

DCT, more upright, frunk, a bit easier on the pillion.

@@hershchat Thank you. In the end I decided to stick with the CB500F. think it's a better looking, more exciting bike than the NC750X, and it suits the type of roads I mostly ride on better with its responsiveness and agility. Best of luck for a great riding season! Let's hope the price of fuel doesn't go absolutely crazy.

Glad you got sorted

This

Yeah it’s a bit of a miss but price point reflects I think

Yes it does. It’s in the storage compartment. Forgot that. Damn it!!

I've seen several other reviews showing that there is a USB charging port inside the 'frunk' (i.e. the tank storage compartment). Cheers.

@@jaxwylde2139 correct

It’s NOT standard. £60 from Honda. I know because when I was ordering the bike I had to pay extra for it.

Also, what jacket is that lol?

I haven’t unfortunately sorry. It’s just a cheap alpinestars one I caught i a sale last year tbh

Congratulations my man. Enjoy!

Really comfortable for cruising

Thanks mate. Much appreciated 🙏

Good man and congrats.

Thanks my man. Appreciate the support 🙏

They shortened 1st 2nd and 3rd to make it a bit more engaging I am told.

Both would be fine but CBX lighter and more manageable. Also a good bit cheaper.

What he said

I base it on genius and a positive attitude

Thanks mate 🙏

@@mostlymotorbikes welcome dear

Haha thanks. It’s a great bike but enjoy the whitling process 😉

I’m not sure but it’s likely

Yeah legroom is good. It’s really comfortable for me. I am 6ft 31” leg.

The Missenden Flyer is 5'8" and he was comfortable on the bike.

Good to hear it mate. You fancying one?

@@mostlymotorbikes yep. I’m pretty sure that’s what I’m going to buy.

@@serious_in_seattle6917 good for you mate. Enjoy 😊

Depends on the group but on the roads it’s plenty in most situations

Yes it’s a miss. Trade off for price point I think

I think you made a good choice 👍🏻

Ha, I am looking to trade in my Goldwing Non-Tour DCT on a 2022 NC750X DCT. For the type of riding I do the NC seems to be a better fit. Going back to a chain is kind of a bummer so glad to see you maybe see it as an advantage.

Thanks buddy appreciate it 🙏

DCT works....don't be a dinosaur

Sport Mode every time you start it. Sorted.

Sorry I have not ridden the CB yet. I’ll try and get on one.

I test rode both today inFrance. Similar riding position and wind protection. The CB500x feels a bit lighter but noticeably slower and way less smooth power delivery, although that might be my gear changing, haven’t ridden a bike in years. The Nc750X has More than enough power for what I’m looking for. Apparently they only sell the DCT version in France, it feels weird to not be changing gears, like a cross between a real bike and a scooter. I prefer the NC750X but gonna try out the Africa twin beforehand. I am 6’3” and 18 st, there is plenty of legroom but they do feel small bikes. Africa twin 800cc would be perfect!

And thanks for the video, I forgot to say, very good!

@@MrT-sm5mb more than welcome. Thanks for watching 🥰