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Thanks for the review. I come from primarily a dual sport background. I rarely write on forums, but this bike I really like. Mine is a 2018. I've had it a couple years and have done no Iron Butt trips (I'm a member) but think it would probably work even with my old (69) frame (6'2"). I find it...
Ha.... This is kind of a funny thread, what with the complaints about the bike (some valid, many subjective, maybe a troll here and there), and the defense of the bike's virtues. Guess I fall in the latter camp. To me the bike is light weight, handles great, and I really really like the DCT...
I paid 6k + tax for an '18 XD in really nice shape with 2,800 miles on it. I also looked for a few months, but my "gotta have" was pretty tight; an '18 with the DCT in really good condition with less than 10,000 miles. There were a couple bikes that were beyond a reasonable driving distance...
I've had my '18 750 DCT for a couple months and approx 2,000 miles. Previous recent bikes were BMW R1200GSA and Triumph Tiger Explorer 1200. Really world class great bikes and I am not seriously comparing the NC to either of those....except for the utility factor. Ok, not off-road utility or...
Yup. I did the same also. Helped me too. I added bar risers (mostly because I'ved used them on most of my bikes) but did not find they did anything for me with my '18 750 so I removed them. Others have found the bar risers on this bike helped them a lot.
I've only had the bike for a couple...
Seat comfort depends on the individual. I find the 2018 NC OEM seat pretty doggone comfortable. Haven't done an Iron Butt with the bike, but rides of 5 hours out and 5 hours back was no problem. In the past I changed the seat on a Triumph Explorer and had cushion work done on a BMW GSA so they...
I stand corrected. Guess I was comparing to my experience with my dual sports and my look see at NADA and KBB before I decided to buy my NC750 (a used 2018). But not the first time I've been wrong about motorcycle prices ;).
Good idea. As you mentioned previously, depreciation on these things is low compared to many other bikes. So the logic of considering a new bike makes sense.
That said, it's likely you'll have just as much fun on a used bike. Maybe one that serves as your "research bike" so you can really...
Hey Forty Two,
For whatever it's worth, here's the take from a guy who has bought bikes because I liked the looks and bikes because I thought the functionality was superior to other offerings. I've made my share of mistakes.
IMO, the best looking bike I ever owned was a Harley Road King...
42....Buying motorcycles is fun. I know, I've bought WAY more than I ever needed. A couple things that may be helpful, if you see a used model that fits...jump if pricing looks right (check KBB, NADA, Cycletrader). They often don't last. Also, new bikes sometimes require patience as availability...
I've never seen a dealer lay a bike down for a test pick-up, but it's not a bad idea. Unfortunately, technique is as important as strength and weight of the rider (maybe more important), so I'm guessing there would be significant resistance to doing this for a prospective buyer who may not be...
I get this. I've nearly always had more than one bike. That is not to say the NC is not a great platform upon which to build. We all know the bike (or bikes) that work for you is the one(s) that fit you best physically and emotionally. I loved my R1200GSA. It was far better than an out of the...
Obviously subjective, but I have thought the same thing. Something about the lines and proportions seem to create, at least to my eye, a "flow" that looks modern and yet classic at the same time. Handsome.