2022: What did you do to/with your NC700/NC750 today?

[Luke’d]

Oops, sorry that’s wrong.
It is $154.00 per year for my NC700 full coverage. (Not sure where I got $100)

 

[Bskicrash1]

I have the 2 inch windshield adjustable brackets with the windshield in the tallest position. This left a gap below the windshield that allowed a lot of turbulent air to disrupt me. When the windscreen is at full height extension, the wind noise was louder even through the wind stream goes right over me. I figured it was from the gap in the windshield or from air coming through the fork area. I’ve read about the Africa Twin having a similar problem and how others had solved it. So I thought I’d apply some of that logic to the NC. I used the stock windscreen as a mold and created this. I immediately noticed a quieter ride with almost no turbulent air anymore.

 

[670cc]

Wow, thats an awesome rate for full coverage insurance.

Yes, it would be (if that was what I had). I choose a set of coverages that protect what I want protected and that I perceive as a good value.

 

[670cc]

I have the 2 inch windshield adjustable brackets with the windshield in the tallest position. This left a gap below the windshield that allowed a lot of turbulent air to disrupt me. When the windscreen is at full height extension, the wind noise was louder even through the wind stream goes right over me. I figured it was from the gap in the windshield or from air coming through the fork area. I’ve read about the Africa Twin having a similar problem and how others had solved it. So I thought I’d apply some of that logic to the NC. I used the stock windscreen as a mold and created this. I immediately noticed a quieter ride with almost no turbulent air anymore.
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Very nice work!

 

[Luke’d]

I have the 2 inch windshield adjustable brackets with the windshield in the tallest position. This left a gap below the windshield that allowed a lot of turbulent air to disrupt me. When the windscreen is at full height extension, the wind noise was louder even through the wind stream goes right over me. I figured it was from the gap in the windshield or from air coming through the fork area. I’ve read about the Africa Twin having a similar problem and how others had solved it. So I thought I’d apply some of that logic to the NC. I used the stock windscreen as a mold and created this. I immediately noticed a quieter ride with almost no turbulent air anymore.
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Ingenious! Good job.

 

[Bskicrash1]

Went for a 65 mile round trip. About 20 miles of it on forestry roads. 60’s and drizzle the whole time. My street tires were comfortable at 30-35 mph. Lots of running water and rock. This is probably the last ride with my street tires before spooning the next set on.

 

[mzflorida]

I have the 2 inch windshield adjustable brackets with the windshield in the tallest position. This left a gap below the windshield that allowed a lot of turbulent air to disrupt me. When the windscreen is at full height extension, the wind noise was louder even through the wind stream goes right over me. I figured it was from the gap in the windshield or from air coming through the fork area. I’ve read about the Africa Twin having a similar problem and how others had solved it. So I thought I’d apply some of that logic to the NC. I used the stock windscreen as a mold and created this. I immediately noticed a quieter ride with almost no turbulent air anymore.
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I think that is awesome fabrication!

 

[http404]

Did a group ride today, five gray haired retired guys hauling ass through 200 miles of high-speed curves with lunch in the middle. We were 2 K1600s, Ninja 1000SX, A full bagger Screaming Eagle HD, and my NC. The NC is a joy to ride as a sport bike. The poor Harley guy with no ground clearance was not able to take the turns like we could but we waited for him at every deviation. He was still moving along pretty fast for what he rode. Even among the high dollar rides, I'm real proud of how well the NC fits in the group. The NC crushes the curvy stuff. GS, RT, Ninja, Multistrada, KTM, FJR, VStrom...none of them run away from the NC in the curves. I'd highly recommend finding a sport-touring group near you. I've been in other groups and was even a road captain in one, but they were groups less focused on pushing the performance envelope...and that's fine. But find a S/T group and actually be excited to get out on the bike and push the envelope.

 

[Gixus]

Got my annual insurance bill for the NC and was pleasantly surprised. I gotta fork up just (US) $46.86/year to insure it for another year. By comparison, the annual license sticker costs $41, so the insurance isn’t too bad.

I was pleasantly surprised when I sold my gsx-s1000f and the premium of $1770 Canadian was reduced to only $899 for my Nc750. So judging by your cheap insurance, you must have about another 10 bikes in your garage lol.

 

[Gixus]

I just paid 111 for the year for my insurance wtf

That’s scandalous when 670cc pays half of that.

 

[Gixus]

Certainly, something to think about. I turned 72 last month, and having just lost an acquaintance in a MC wreck a few weeks ago, it's something I think about. Try not to, but I do. One of my best riding buds that I rode to California with in 2014 gave it up for the last time last year. (he had quit before but couldn't stay away. This time I think it's for good. He's also 72.)

I was down once..hit a left turner in 1969 on my 305 Honda Scrambler. Was knocked unconscious for awhile, broke my nose, right hand, right foot, 7 teeth Was going to quit then, but my mom convinced me I'd be sorry if I did. She was right, I have enjoyed riding all over the US, Canada, Europe. I love riding. Not sure what I would do if I gave it up.

Best of luck to you going forward bigbird. 55 years is indeed a good run.

Personally I’ll keep riding until I’m unable to do so because of physical limitations. I’ve lived with the risks for as many years as riders here, and am no more worried about crashing than I was 20 years ago. The majority of the ailments I have now have been caused by riding bikes. It would be a shame to put the result of all those years of riding with insufficient clothing to prevent arthritis, crashing with resulting injuries, behind me.

I still lust after a good bend, a bike powerful enough to stir the blood, and an open road.

 

[potter0o]

Was a grey commute on the way into work. Had a hand guard full of atmospheric river on the way home.

 

[bigbird]

Personally I’ll keep riding until I’m unable to do so because of physical limitations.

My concern wasn't the riding of the bike.
The NC is so tall I can't duck walk it backwards very easily.
I'm fearful that one of these days a slight mis-step will involve my losing control of it while walking it backwards by the handlebars and grab rails out of the garage.
This is where a Goldwing DCT with forward and reverse walking mode would give me that security.
On the road, I have no problems or anxiety.
But to trade my NC on a 'Wing, I'd be looking at $25k difference and I don't want to spend that kind of money on a 6 month a year toy.

 

[Deleted member 1183]

Personally I’ll keep riding until I’m unable to do so because of physical limitations. I’ve lived with the risks for as many years as riders here, and am no more worried about crashing than I was 20 years ago. The majority of the ailments I have now have been caused by riding bikes. It would be a shame to put the result of all those years of riding with insufficient clothing to prevent arthritis, crashing with resulting injuries, behind me.

I still lust after a good bend, a bike powerful enough to stir the blood, and an open road.

I totally agree with this view. I have gradually been downsizing my two up tourers since 2012 when I moved from a Goldwing to Triumph 1200 Explorer. I am 5'8" and of small stature so manhandling big bikes is my biggest problem at 71, and keeping balance two up and loaded when coming to a halt off camber etc. In 2018 I swapped the Triumph for a Strom and I hope to be able to continue with that for some time to come. However I will only stop when either physicality or reduced brain function or both put a stop to me. Motorcycling has kept me sane over years of commuting, touring and during covid restrictions. I simply couldn't be without one. I properly started out 50+ years ago on a 200 (after a disastrous M21 first bike) and now with a 300 CRF back in the shed I am again discovering the joys of a small bike both offroad and on.

 

[mzflorida]

I pay $1025 for the year for my insurance. WTF
That does cover liability and full comprehensive including vandalism, fire, theft, loss of wages, etc

If someone uninsured is responsible for anything, we don't and can't sue., It is all no-fault insurance.
My coverage is $200 deductible, $5M liability.
I have no choice, as we have mandatory government insurance in my province for anything considered a vehicle.

Oddly in Florida, riders of fully registered, road worthy, motorcycles are not required to carry insurance. However, if you are involved in an accident and do not have liability insurance your license can be revoked, but not necessarily. I have read the legislative intent of the statute and cannot make heads or tails of their logic. Our insurance on the NC, Xmax and Like150i is $208.00 per year for full coverage.

 

[Alias]

I live in Ohio. Full coverage on my 2012 nc700x is $123.84 per year.

 

[670cc]

My concern wasn't the riding of the bike.
The NC is so tall I can't duck walk it backwards very easily.
I'm fearful that one of these days a slight mis-step will involve my losing control of it while walking it backwards by the handlebars and grab rails out of the garage.
This is where a Goldwing DCT with forward and reverse walking mode would give me that security.
On the road, I have no problems or anxiety.
But to trade my NC on a 'Wing, I'd be looking at $25k difference and I don't want to spend that kind of money on a 6 month a year toy.

I’m not telling you what to do, but if I were in your situation, and I likely will be someday in a decade or so, I’d just downsize to a manageable weight and size machine. Eventually, a Honda Grom or Navi, or a scooter with a low center of gravity would do. Eventually, perhaps my Ruckus would do as my main machine (or a new electric version of it)?

I expect I’ll move to smaller two wheel machines that will enable my to keep riding well beyond the Goldwing and NC days.

 

[670cc]

Oddly in Florida, riders of fully registered, road worthy, motorcycles are not required to carry insurance. However, if you are involved in an accident and do not have liability insurance your license can be revoked, but not necessarily. I have read the legislative intent of the statute and cannot make heads or tails of their logic. Our insurance on the NC, Xmax and Like150i is $208.00 per year for full coverage.

So in Florida, if you ride a non street legal, unregistered, beater of a dirt/rat bike on the highway, then you do or don’t need insurance?

I guess it doesn’t matter. All my bikes are registered and road worthy, NC included, and I would never ride without liability and uninsured/underinsured motorist insurance, regardless of what I’m riding or what the government tells me.

 

[bigbird]

I’m not telling you what to do, but if I were in your situation, and I likely will be someday in a decade or so, I’d just downsize to a manageable weight and size machine. Eventually, a Honda Grom or Navi, or a scooter with a low center of gravity would do. Eventually, perhaps my Ruckus would do as my main machine (or a new electric version of it)?

I expect I’ll move to smaller two wheel machines that will enable my to keep riding well beyond the Goldwing and NC days.

I totally agree with your logic.
But currently my head isn't there.
Maybe next riding season I'll seriously consider a Yamaha xMax 300 scooter.
Maybe not.
However right now I would be OK with seeing the NC ride off into the sunset under a new owner.

 

[Deleted member 1183]

I totally agree with your logic.
But currently my head isn't there.
Maybe next riding season I'll seriously consider a Yamaha xMax 300 scooter.
Maybe not.
However right now I would be OK with seeing the NC ride off into the sunset under a new owner.

Scooters are brilliant. My current X-Adv is a sort of hybrid and a blast to ride. Its close relation the Forza750 likewise. However when they first came out I rode a Yamaha Majesty 250 for a few years commuting and it was an excellent two wheeler. They are not only practical but also fun on a twisty well surfaced road.