Wyo4x4
New Member
Hi all, I'm a long time cruiser rider (30yrs) now looking to go Adventure. I'm planning to retire in Central America and I'm trying to decide if an NC750x is going to hold up to the typical 3rd world roads found there.
I plan to explore every road I find over time as I spread out across the region.
I've ridden dual sport offroad so I'm familiar with what comes with that. I understand the NC is limited in ground clearance and suspension travel but I'm not expecting it to be a dirt bike or enduro. I do however want to go where the average 4WD can go... occasionally. Primarily I'll be riding rocky, muddy, sometimes graded roads and pavement. I've added a picture as an example.
I haven't ridden an NC so I'm concerned about how well the 54hp will do on the highway. Speed is not so important but the power to GTF outta the way is, as well as being able to pass quickly.
I'd go straight for an Africa Twin if it was in my budget. I like the NC DCT concept. There are others like the vstrom that has a few extra ponies so I'm just trying to do my research. I gave up my motorcycle endorsement a few years ago so I can't test ride anything and can't get my endorsement without a bike. I just moved to Tennessee from Wyoming and I don't know anybody here.
I've seen some pretty impressive NC750x travel videos on YouTube and that's why I'm here. I've attached a picture of an example of the roads in Honduras.
Thanks in advance!
I plan to explore every road I find over time as I spread out across the region.
I've ridden dual sport offroad so I'm familiar with what comes with that. I understand the NC is limited in ground clearance and suspension travel but I'm not expecting it to be a dirt bike or enduro. I do however want to go where the average 4WD can go... occasionally. Primarily I'll be riding rocky, muddy, sometimes graded roads and pavement. I've added a picture as an example.
I haven't ridden an NC so I'm concerned about how well the 54hp will do on the highway. Speed is not so important but the power to GTF outta the way is, as well as being able to pass quickly.
I'd go straight for an Africa Twin if it was in my budget. I like the NC DCT concept. There are others like the vstrom that has a few extra ponies so I'm just trying to do my research. I gave up my motorcycle endorsement a few years ago so I can't test ride anything and can't get my endorsement without a bike. I just moved to Tennessee from Wyoming and I don't know anybody here.
I've seen some pretty impressive NC750x travel videos on YouTube and that's why I'm here. I've attached a picture of an example of the roads in Honduras.
Thanks in advance!