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I had babied that clutch its whole life...soooo now I replace the clutch every 50K no matter what. I guess I'd be quite happy if my clutch lasts 50k, but then again for those occasional jack-rabbit starts from a light, I don't mind abusing it just a little. OTOH, I've learned you can make...

As a long-time VFR owner, I was considering a more "adult" motorcycle a few years ago and rented a BMW 1200RT from a local agency (Eagle Riders, and they were great!). I arrived and they wheeled out a brand new RT with about 50 miles on it. I got on the bike and tried to start it, but it would...

At the urging of friends, I did a number of track days after buying a CBR600F4. Although I went with the idea that there was no way I was going to be pushing the bike at the track, in my first day I discovered I could steer the bike with the rear tire. And while it was enjoyable to learn higher...

Welcome from another inmate and fellow NC pilot. Just picked up a new NC (non-DCT model) and am thoroughly enjoying it. After years on a high-revving V4, it is a pleasure to ride this amazingly tractable motor. As Vistaz notes, lots of beautiful roads to ride in NorCal.

I've had a new NC for about a month and it is a manual, so I cannot comment on the DCT. I can say that it is an incredible machine. Its stable mate is my fourth VFR, a nearly perfect motorcycle, but for commuting, the NC wins hands down. Visibility is great, power is quite adequate (yes, it's...

Although I'm a little late on this post, after years on a succession of VFR's, I was thinking of a BMW RT as a more "adult" motorcycle. I arranged a rental at the local "Eagle Cycles" agency, went in and was thrilled I got a brand new RT1200 (2014 at the time). They wheeled it out and embarassed...

Thanks, Ray - I can't find a reference to a Leo Vince for the 2017, but it sounds good. I'm enjoying the "stealthy" quiet of the NC; my VFR has a Two Bros slip on which is not quiet, but that's what most of us love about the V4... Passed 300 miles today and am really happy with the NC...

Wow - I look at your list of bikes, and while it is more touring-oriented than mine, after two Yamaha Trail-80's, my first "real moto" was a brand new 1970 Yamaha R5 I bought for $800. I've owned eight Hondas over the last 20 years and love their bikes. Currently I've got a 2014 VFR800F and a...

I picked up a brand new NC700X a week ago and am really enjoying it. Despite the grousing about power that I've seen in reviews, the torque of this motor makes it a delight to ride. It is an amazing commuter machine, and just what the doctor (not that one!) for a quick visit to the supermarket...