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There was a UK rider (Stan) that rode nearly million miles on VFR. https://www.vfrdiscussion.com/applications/core/interface/file/attachment.php?id=51135

Manufacturers do not want to take risks or lose money. It costs considerable amount of millions to design a new vehicle and build/modify factory to build it. For EV it includes extra parts and the factories to make the batteries and motors. ICE factories are already built so they have huge cost...

Battery technology is not evolving at high speeds. It may look that way but for mass manufacturing we have only been getting around 1-3% improvements in energy density per year. We have been getting more longevity, mostly due to improved BMS and more knowledgeable owners. Yet there are still EV...

The five year old Zero SR (that I got last summer) is awesome for city travels and daily use. In my use it averages near 1000 km per month in travel to/from work and shopping use. No issue with charging and range in that use. After up to 200 km (depending on routes taken, usually about half of...

I have been shot at while riding. What gear do you recommend for that?

The750X would look good with a Vetter Windjammer. ;)

My view of beauty must be vastly different from the judges of this competition.

Right. I need to have my head examined. For some reason I took him to mean the 2021 version, the first year after last update. My screenshot was from after his post. This seems current. https://powersports.honda.com/motorcycle/adventure/nc750x

Maybe what he means is that the bike is almost completely unchanged since 2020 2021. The colours might be different but probably all the parts are interchangeable, down to the last screw. But Honda does list them as 2024, and more importantly, they'll be available as new in 2024. My guess is...

KTM is reportedly working on auto shift for their big bikes. With centrifugal clutch. The main reason these systems are mostly in big bikes is that they are expensive, so they are better suited to expensive bikes. For cheaper and smaller bikes the CVT transmission, as in scooters, is simple...

Honda has announced the 2024 NC750X for US market. https://powersports.honda.com/motorcycle/adventure/nc750x I don't notice much change.

There used to be self canceling turn signal kits available for most bikes. Not that I have looked in the last few years. Some of these were "German quality design" but "Chinese quality design" was also available. In most cases they involve modifying the turn signal switch so it returns to centre...

If I'm understanding this correctly, the E-clutch "brain" monitors the rider clutch input and modifies the clutch bite based on various parameters. It could in theory give a complete noob the gift of smooth clutch control when accelerating from standstill. No more embarrassingly killing the...

Honda is apparently planning on introducing E-clutch for some selected models. Add pneumatic piston on the gear lever and you have an automatic transmission with only small part of the weight and complications of DCT. Maybe next NC will go down that route...

Kawasaki Versys 1000. 4 cylinder inline engine. Smooth as a butter. Large frontal area gives good shelter at speed. A bit heavier, but doesn't really feel like it.

Will the beloved NC be discontinued (the Transalp might take over the 750cc space in the product line), continued as is for the next year, or will we get brand new upgraded bike. Does anyone have any idea ahead of the Eicma show? 7. Oct. Edited for clarification. 29. Oct. Added link to Honda...

ChatGPT says this. "The Honda NC750 series, particularly the models equipped with the Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT), features two oil filters for specific reasons. The DCT system consists of two separate clutches that engage and disengage gears in an automated fashion, allowing for seamless...

Some people put car tires at the back of their bikes. They usually claim everything has improved. If you feel (or fear) that changing only one tire has negative effect, change them both. If not, don't sweat the small stuff.

I've had Oxford for years. I've replaced them after about 30.000 km because the grip surface gets worn. Adventure, Touring, and Sport are the same wattage grips, only the outside thickness and texture differs. Good dealer would allow you to open the packages (without damaging them) and feel the...

I have a chinese all-in-one 10 000 mAh unit that I carry in my tankbag. When I go on trips I use it to power the SatNav and keep my phone charged. Then I charge it where I'm staying that night. Very useful piece of kit. In emergency I can even use it to start my bike. :D