Honda X-ADV 750 Owner's 3 year review and MOT checks

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Жыл бұрын

Honda X-ADV 750 owner's 3 year review of a 2019 model. This was purchased new from Eccosse Motorcycles in Dundee, Scotland. Five thousand miles and three winters. In the UK a three year old bike must have a safety check, called an MOT (Ministry of Transport). It is worthwhile checking over the basics a few weeks before the test and fixing obvious problems. Here I do a final check prior to taking the bike to a testing centre.

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@coolstorybro9946 Жыл бұрын

I have the same bike! Very happy with it :)

@StayAtHomeBiker Жыл бұрын

Can I ask if you get a lot of wind noise on yours. I think the wind hits my shoulders and sounds loud. More noise than on a naked bike.

@TheDervMan Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I’m keen to get one of these as a second bike. Had a NC750X before and loved the DCT gearbox. 👍🏻

@StayAtHomeBiker Жыл бұрын

I did not mention I traded in a NC750X against the X-ADV. I had the X for five years and it is a very capable bike. I had no issues or complaints with the X. I considered a new X but choose the X-ADV as something different to try. I have no regrets I the choice.

@TheDervMan Жыл бұрын

@@StayAtHomeBiker that is reassuring to know 👌🏻

@nigelren3719 Жыл бұрын

Lovely colour. Can't believe you took the chain guard off, I've hardly had to lube mine and it's always clean. Best bike I've owned, love it. I've got the 21, the headlight's like a car! I do like that green though. BTW I'm in Stirling. Perfect bike for our roads.

@StayAtHomeBiker Жыл бұрын

I wanted a hugger to protect the rear shock. The hugger and scotoiler complement each other. Pretty much no chain maintenance now.

@silentinvestor Жыл бұрын

Rlly considering this or the Tmax techmax

@jongreen3027 Жыл бұрын

ive just bought a 2017 adv mint condition i love it the dct gearbox is great

@killingtime8612 Жыл бұрын

Same here! It’s 2017 and has nearly 10k miles on it, but looks and rides like new. I’m excited to get a bike that can fit so many scenarios.

@StayAtHomeBiker Жыл бұрын

Nice 👍 the DCT seems particularly suited to the X-ADV.

@olivierblomme6414 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review. Which windscreen did you add to the bike ? Looks like it protects very well. Looking for a new screen as I am quite tall. Thanks

@StayAtHomeBiker Жыл бұрын

I have the Givi taller screen on the bike. I have realised it is the width that is the issue for me. The wind hitting my shoulders makes a lot of wind noise.

@deniseroberts6908 Жыл бұрын

Hi there, Would you change it for the newer 2021 version as I’m looking at a 2020 older version with full luggage and other extras for just under eight grand. Less a thousand miles too.

@StayAtHomeBiker Жыл бұрын

I would not change as I have no desire for the new TFT or rider modes, I really like the original instrument panel. I would however like to see if the leg spreading fatness if the bike was improved by much. I also like my green bike.

@rotorent963 Жыл бұрын

Is your bike the newer model want to know if the pannier system will fit on 2022 model as I know own lug system fixing points changed

@rotorent963 Жыл бұрын

Honda own luggage fixing points changed

@StayAtHomeBiker Жыл бұрын

My bike is a 2019 model. The SW Motech website has them listed as 2016 onwards and it looks like they will fit new models. Best check with them direct. I do recommend the set-up they make the bike so versatile for shopping, camping or just transporting stuff.

@allwheeldrivesn Жыл бұрын

What about the wind protection when you ride (face, chest, arms, legs) considering you do not have the original windshield

@StayAtHomeBiker Жыл бұрын

The protection with standard and the givi screen is just great. I switched to the givi because of the wind noise which I think is loud. The givi did not help. I think it is caused by turbulence at the sides hitting my shoulders and arms because the screen is narrow.

@allwheeldrivesn Жыл бұрын

@@StayAtHomeBiker well, Honda should work more on it, redesign the shape or add deflectors

@unpredictable_la2365 Жыл бұрын

Hi, can i know what is your mileage now? And is the fork getting soft when applying front brake?

@StayAtHomeBiker Жыл бұрын

At the end of 2021 the bike clocked up 2000 miles. Everything feels tight and as new.

@mabsbry1318 Жыл бұрын

Just wondering why you are effectively doing the mot test when the test station will be doing it? And if it gets a fail, it’s free to restest once you fix what they find…

@StayAtHomeBiker Жыл бұрын

Best practice to keep myself safe. and also if there is anything dangerous they will not let you drive away to fix it.

@joaoroman9583 Жыл бұрын

Did you get any aftermarket cruise control?

@StayAtHomeBiker 11 ай бұрын

No cruise control.

@tedosmond413 Жыл бұрын

how comfortable with a passenger? How is the passenger seat for the passenger.

@StayAtHomeBiker Жыл бұрын

Not something I can comment on. I don't even insure the bike for taking passengers.

@jeremyclifford1664 Жыл бұрын

Awesome bike,I can only ride scooters,'cos of disability,n'av a 2001 Fjs600 Silverwing scooter,that is awesome,as well,though it needs the Suspension,n'DCT,from the X ADV;If only,the,Xadv,had belt drive,instead of chain(wot a pain),I might 'av' one, if only,if only,awesome,keep on going,'praps the Italians do a belt drive conversion,'av'to look into it,after awl,if Harley Davidsons can,av'belt drive,n'so on,allez vitess

@StayAtHomeBiker Жыл бұрын

Belt drive would be a great addition to the X-ADV. It would really improve on the practicality and remove a maintenance task. I guess Honda are relying on the NC platform to keep costs down and sharing components with the very popular NC750X.

@fotistzava Жыл бұрын

Hi, I need footpegs too!!! Can you Please provide me some information about the seller?

@StayAtHomeBiker Жыл бұрын

They are Puig foot pegs. Highly recommend them as they give the scooter a more sporty feel.

@volkervox5943 Жыл бұрын

SW Motech Trax ADV 45l boxes on both sides?

@StayAtHomeBiker Жыл бұрын

Yes 45L both sides. I recommend them without any hesitation.

@volkervox5943 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the Answer. Have you an Picture from the backside?

@StayAtHomeBiker Жыл бұрын

I will do a walk around video of the bike and mods I have made.

@johncooper4851 Жыл бұрын

Not available in CANADA unfortunately!!!

@StayAtHomeBiker Жыл бұрын

I guess Honda don't think there are going to be enough people wanting a big scooter in North America. It has gone down well here in Europe but less so in UK although the reviews have been positive.

@davidwilkie6302 Жыл бұрын

Cud you tour the world on this

@StayAtHomeBiker Жыл бұрын

With the set-up I have you could tour for ever. All day comfort. The motor is reliable, easy to service, common parts the the NC750 range mean spares available everywhere. I should not think the worst sand or mud would be much fun with the weight of the bike. A tumble could see a lot of the plastics broken.

@davidwilkie6302 Жыл бұрын

@@StayAtHomeBiker so wot bike u fink too touring the world

@StayAtHomeBiker Жыл бұрын

@@davidwilkie6302 Touring on good road surfaces the X-ADV would be fantastic. Anything challenging then a small lighter bike or a mid-sized bike. The new Ducati desert looks like a world tourer.

@davidwilkie6302 Жыл бұрын

Ok just for touring spain