I have lived every video I have watched of yours.. very well explained and comprehensive. I recently got one of these bikes and it has 10,000 miles on it so some of the things you have done I will be doing soon. Thanks dude..
Excellent video, I changed my suspension at about 160,000 k on my NC750X with YSS. Luckily they are made in Thailand and it was installed and set up by the factory. Rejuvenated my NC750X
Agree The stock shock on the NC is a bit crude I've only got about 30k KM on mine but may go get a YSS unit now as they seem dead easy to change. Good video Adrian, cheers.
Two good videos there Adrian, thanks for your work to produce these. My NC is young yet with just under 7000 miles so a ways to go before an assault on the bank account.... As to the bike and the ride, as you rightly say, the suspension is okay for what was paid for it, upgrading when needed rather than “just because” is the way to go. Appreciate your good work, looking forward to seeing what the front suspension upgrade brings by way of improvement.
Nicely explained video , you manage somehow to make us have realistic expectations about the suspension. Nevertheless, I am thinking how Honda was planning about building this great bike overall by making still a lot of compromises. Suspension it's one of it's compromise along with seat, weight and all small parts which we all know they need improvement. By making all these videos hopefully they will listen and improve the bike for the future. Greetings, looking forward to see your next video.
Very good video. Clear explanations on a difficult to explain subject as suspension feeling is. I had a similar experience on modified suspension on a 2016 Moto Guzzi V7ii with Matris parts. The feeling is likely to improve further as the parts get broken-in. Look forward for the fork mods.
My 700XDCT has been in service for over 4 years now. My solution? Upgrade to a new leftover red 2018 750! It felt much tighter and stable on the test ride, plus that extra power is noticeable. It took so long to find a nice red one, as I don't care for the blue 2019 or very dark color on the 2020. Good luck with the front forks.
On my old bmw k75s I changed the front fork tubes to progressive springs and it made a huge difference in ride quality; much more responsive to small bumps.
Ah, Deaves Rd and Mandalong Rd, a very good test run to have in your backyard. Great part of the world. I'll give you a wave next time I see you. Keep an eye out for Henre the yellow Super Tenere. Keep up the good vids including cameos by attractive mechanical assistant mate :-)
When the shock failed on my Deauville and I sent it away for repair (!) the shock specialist company said most manufacturers put the lowest spec shocks on all their bikes ..... for all bikes I guess. Its the specialist shock manufacturers like yours that add function and specification to better fit the bike and rider.... enjoy the better and safer ride as we should remember that shock is working hard to keep a constant tyre contact point...
I did order a Wilbers shock that is customized to the weight spectrum I gave them and I must say it makes a world of difference. Especially since I have another NC with the stock shock absorber as a direct comparison. Personally I believe upgrading the suspension is worth the money. Safe rides 👍🏍
Loving the videos and content, 2-3 weeks away from picking up the 2020 model so looking forward to comparing likes, dislikes and hates as per your previous posts. I'm also around your size but like to think of myself as well rounded, well lived and with lots of life experience in preference to lumpish. Cheers
Brendan Stirling - excellent. I grew up in Vic and spent many happy hours riding a Bantam in the bush around Murrindindi back when dinosaurs roamed the earth!
Great contribution there, I've been thinking of same upgrade to my 4 year old NC750X, unsure which make of shock to go with, a few options here in the UK. I first put half weight fork oil in to make front less harsh, helped a bit but not enough!
Adjusting preload on 2014 model is pita, those two nuts that you screw with C spanner. I wish Honda made it a little bit easier, and I need to adjust it every time I travel with pillion and luggage, otherwise it feels like stearing a boat. But those shocks are so expensive 400-600€
Very well explained, I do have doubts about YSS shocks for my Honda Varadero XL1000V but after watching your details review I am impress and confident. By the way after more than a year now with the YSS shocks still good?
YSS are good for the price. And the build quality is perfect. But I think the Wilbur’s shock I put on Wendy’s 500x is a bit better. But it cost considerably more.
no harm in not editing the comedy moment :) i have a 16 750x had heard of yss but didnt know if they were good or bad - when i change mine theyll be on the list thanks - can i ask who makes the screen lip thingy? was looking for a bigger screen but removeable lip would be good - thanks
Screen? Generic from fleabay. There are lots of sellers selling them. Just search “motorcycle screen extension”. YSS - made in Thailand. Had one on my 1150GS which performed well. Any they are way less expensive that for example Wilbers
@@AfricaTwin-Stuff If you and your wife ever come to the south of Thailand, I have a couple of bikes waiting for you to go explore. One 2019 Africa Twin and one 2018 Honda Forza 300. Free of charge of course. We can call it payment for your video production. Keep up the good work!
Thanks for the video. Really informative. Question - Will this motorcycle be comfortable for an occasional 2-3 hours ride with a pillion? Total weight around 200 kgs.
I also have an NC750X and I have been to Austria with my Wife on Pillion twice now, Fully Loaded Riding 350 miles a day for 3 days with No problems and Stock Suspension, Though I would like to upgrade it.
I did it earlier this year on a 2012 NC700x with stock suspension. Rider, Pillion and gear was about what you mentioned for weight. It handled fantastically, lots of power, passed vehicles in traffic with ease and still knocked down 50-60mpg!! :{) You can read about it and see the pictures here... www.nc700-forum.com/threads/making-a-run-to-the-oregon-coast-and-touring-lighthouses-if-possible.17450/
Why YSS - it was $500 cheaper than the equivalent Wilburs. - I had a YSS on my 1150GS and was happy with it. - the Oz company I’ve dealt with for over 15 years is now the Oz YSS distributor so I know I’ll get good after sales support if required.
Even the non-budget bikes often don't have the best suspension. They also aren't set up for your weight unless you weigh what the bike was designed for.
@@AfricaTwin-Stuff my 2011 Kawasaki Z1000 was not a bargain bike when new. The new Z900 is much more budget and the rear shock has limited adjustability. The fork has preload, compression and rebound damping, but benefits from tuning. It isn't quite as basic as the NC750. It also gets horrible gas mileage. Someday I will upgrade, but it isn't high on my list.
Just a thought, as it was initially harsh over bumps, you have adjusted the rebound only as this shock did not come with compression settings. Softening up the rebound will give you the effect of being softer over bumps but you well find a pogo effect as the rebound will continue to go back and forth before settling. If this is the case, you may be a better option to soften your rear pre-load at around 35-40 mm sag and then increase the rebound to where it settles quickly over bumps without the pogo. It's always a compromise when you don't have all of the rebound, compression settings to adjust. I went through the same process with my CBR500R with entry level. suspension.
Adjusting the sag will not effect the performance of the shock. It will however change the rake angle of the forks that will change the way it turns into the corners.
@@cruisingthethaiway6881 Changing the Sag to approximately 1/3 of the total travel will ensure that the shock operates in the correct part of the stroke meaning the compression and rebound shim stacks work as intended.
