(01-15-2017, 07:21 AM)Capo_imp Wrote: I rented and rode an NC 700 DCT on the Angeles Crest for over 200 miles a few years back. It was...adequate. Having a Speed Triple there now puts it in perspective.

The NC was Nice enough, and it makes for a good all weather, comfy bike for those looking for high- quality, lo- drama adequacy in a motorbike. The diesel- esque power delivery, 5k redline, and fun- sucking DCT made it feel like the scooter that it was derived from, but bikes like that have their place.

I'd find it an ideal NYC or urban bike, especially with that roo- pouch where the gas tank should be. Good weather protection. Ferret, you indicated you're heading into your dotage () so it might work out for you. In that I'm only 59, I have a while to go before I'd settle!!

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(01-16-2017, 12:43 PM)Nortoon_imp Wrote:

(01-15-2017, 07:21 AM)Capo_imp Wrote: I rented and rode an NC 700 DCT on the Angeles Crest for over 200 miles a few years back. It was...adequate. Having a Speed Triple there now puts it in perspective.

The NC was Nice enough, and it makes for a good all weather, comfy bike for those looking for high- quality, lo- drama adequacy in a motorbike. The diesel- esque power delivery, 5k redline, and fun- sucking DCT made it feel like the scooter that it was derived from, but bikes like that have their place.

I'd find it an ideal NYC or urban bike, especially with that roo- pouch where the gas tank should be. Good weather protection. Ferret, you indicated you're heading into your dotage () so it might work out for you. In that I'm only 59, I have a while to go before I'd settle!!

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Capo you tongue in cheek description of the NC700 made me laugh. The first 23 years I rode a motorcycle, good natured kidding was always a part of the crowd that I hung around with. I miss that. It's hard to do that on-line because it is so easy to be misunderstood and hurt someone's feelings.

You description of the NC700 however does reflect many of the comments made on the CB500X Forum by people who owned or tested the NC.

(01-12-2017, 04:02 AM)The ferret_imp Wrote: Just got back from returning the CTX and picking up my ST. It's now ready for some trippin! Only got a little wet coming home lol

Anyhow, on my return on the DCT, I paid attention where it shifted this time . On flat straight ground taking off from a light it shifted into 2nd at 15 mph, into 3rd @ 20, into 4th @ 25 into 5th @ 30 and into 6th @ 35, downshifts were at approx. the same speeds. Again this was in D mode (NOT sport mode). Roads were a little wet and I wasn't going to experiment with a bike that didn't belong to me.

Sea, yea it was a stretch to the pegs for me since I'm shorter than you by a bunch as evidenced by the Ribbers pic in your ride report. So much so, I didn't even try and use the rear brake, I just used the front. My left hand only reflexively reached for the clutch about 3 times each day lol. I actually thought about Cheryl and her bike on my ride back up to the shop, as I had a few turns to go thru. Remembering the roads I took you on in Kentucky, I'm even more impressed with her riding than I was before. The riding position is not really conducive to curvy roads and I took you guys on some doozies. She did unbelievably great... I didn't realize just how great until I rode the same machine thru some curves.

I don't think the bike lacks any power for the riding I was doing, but I never exceeded the speed limit of 45 mph. It would have been more aggressive in the Sport Mode, or using the paddle shifters, but for me yesterday and today, it was just a conveyance to get home and back, 11 miles each way.

I have ridden the SV 650 (my nephew has had 2) and the NC 700 (his brother in Nevada has one and Di and I borrowed it to ride thru the Sierra Nevada's in Nevada and Calif) and have ridden the FZ-07 at Yamaha days at my local dealer. Have not ridden the CB500X yet. Since I'm a low rpm/use the torque type rider, I am leaning toward the NC 700 (but not a DCT I'm afraid). Lots of SV 650s used for great prices though. The NC's are hard to find used around here.

(01-12-2017, 04:02 AM)The ferret_imp Wrote: Just got back from returning the CTX and picking up my ST. It's now ready for some trippin! Only got a little wet coming home lol

Anyhow, on my return on the DCT, I paid attention where it shifted this time . On flat straight ground taking off from a light it shifted into 2nd at 15 mph, into 3rd @ 20, into 4th @ 25 into 5th @ 30 and into 6th @ 35, downshifts were at approx. the same speeds. Again this was in D mode (NOT sport mode). Roads were a little wet and I wasn't going to experiment with a bike that didn't belong to me.

Sea, yea it was a stretch to the pegs for me since I'm shorter than you by a bunch as evidenced by the Ribbers pic in your ride report. So much so, I didn't even try and use the rear brake, I just used the front. My left hand only reflexively reached for the clutch about 3 times each day lol. I actually thought about Cheryl and her bike on my ride back up to the shop, as I had a few turns to go thru. Remembering the roads I took you on in Kentucky, I'm even more impressed with her riding than I was before. The riding position is not really conducive to curvy roads and I took you guys on some doozies. She did unbelievably great... I didn't realize just how great until I rode the same machine thru some curves.

I don't think the bike lacks any power for the riding I was doing, but I never exceeded the speed limit of 45 mph. It would have been more aggressive in the Sport Mode, or using the paddle shifters, but for me yesterday and today, it was just a conveyance to get home and back, 11 miles each way.

I have ridden the SV 650 (my nephew has had 2) and the NC 700 (his brother in Nevada has one and Di and I borrowed it to ride thru the Sierra Nevada's in Nevada and Calif) and have ridden the FZ-07 at Yamaha days at my local dealer. Have not ridden the CB500X yet. Since I'm a low rpm/use the torque type rider, I am leaning toward the NC 700 (but not a DCT I'm afraid). Lots of SV 650s used for great prices though. The NC's are hard to find used around here.

(01-15-2017, 10:39 AM)Flynrider_imp Wrote:

(01-15-2017, 07:46 AM)Cormanus_imp Wrote: While the Honda Australia website leaves a little to be desired, it looks like three variants of the CTX 700 will be offered here. The CTX 700—the basic 6-speed manual version; the CTX 700D—with DCT; and the CTX 700N—manual with no fairing, so I suppose 'N' stands for naked.

I'm not sure why I'd buy a bike with automatic transmission.

I'm with you there, Cormanus. I won't even buy a car with an automatic. If I had to deal with heavy city traffic, I'd probably have a different opinion.