JPD750
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Hey all,
I’ve had my 2021 NC DCT for a few days now. I’ve done some around town riding and as I’m still very new to riding, I’m trying to get a feel for the bike and get comfortable with the controls, riding position etc. I decided to take the commuter plunge yesterday which was a big reason for my purchase. The fuel economy and storage on the NC were a no brained for this.
I’m about 35 miles west of Chicago-where I work. I wasn’t confident in expressway speeds so I took the main roads until I got closer to the city at which point there is steady traffic on 290E and I got on. Approaching 8 or so miles outside of downtown traffic speeds picked up and I was in the 50+mph zone. The wind off my chest and helmet was definitely affecting my confidence. I had several spots where I had to let off and refocus. I got off 290 as I got within a few miles of my destination and finished my journey on main and side streets.
The NC really shines in the city. Especially the DCT. Being able to just roll on and off the throttle while maneuvering around turning vehicles and double parked cars is a dream.
On my trip home things were very interesting. At that hour drivers on 290w often going 80mph and some more while weaving in and out of lanes. I stuck to the right lane and stayed on just long enough to get through some of the areas you may not want to find yourself riding through. As I got closer to home I could see a thunderstorm forming and active in my path.
As I was within 10 miles from my home it was storming hard. I pulled over. Set to rain mode. Checked weather to see if I could wait it out. I was looking at an hour of this storm. I decided to give it a shot. It was very late and almost no vehicles on the road. Hazard lights on and traveling at about 20-30 the rest of the way I got home soaked, but safe.
I want to get more comfortable at higher speeds. Hoping a taller windscreen will help with that. Also looking to pick up a top box so I can be more prepared for storms with rain gear on board.
I got to experience a lot of riding in 1 trip. The bike didn’t let me down.
I’ve had my 2021 NC DCT for a few days now. I’ve done some around town riding and as I’m still very new to riding, I’m trying to get a feel for the bike and get comfortable with the controls, riding position etc. I decided to take the commuter plunge yesterday which was a big reason for my purchase. The fuel economy and storage on the NC were a no brained for this.
I’m about 35 miles west of Chicago-where I work. I wasn’t confident in expressway speeds so I took the main roads until I got closer to the city at which point there is steady traffic on 290E and I got on. Approaching 8 or so miles outside of downtown traffic speeds picked up and I was in the 50+mph zone. The wind off my chest and helmet was definitely affecting my confidence. I had several spots where I had to let off and refocus. I got off 290 as I got within a few miles of my destination and finished my journey on main and side streets.
The NC really shines in the city. Especially the DCT. Being able to just roll on and off the throttle while maneuvering around turning vehicles and double parked cars is a dream.
On my trip home things were very interesting. At that hour drivers on 290w often going 80mph and some more while weaving in and out of lanes. I stuck to the right lane and stayed on just long enough to get through some of the areas you may not want to find yourself riding through. As I got closer to home I could see a thunderstorm forming and active in my path.
As I was within 10 miles from my home it was storming hard. I pulled over. Set to rain mode. Checked weather to see if I could wait it out. I was looking at an hour of this storm. I decided to give it a shot. It was very late and almost no vehicles on the road. Hazard lights on and traveling at about 20-30 the rest of the way I got home soaked, but safe.
I want to get more comfortable at higher speeds. Hoping a taller windscreen will help with that. Also looking to pick up a top box so I can be more prepared for storms with rain gear on board.
I got to experience a lot of riding in 1 trip. The bike didn’t let me down.