09-13-2023, 09:27 PM
I have really learned to appreciate our manual models. Mine a 2018 and Sparky's 2015 with the slightly smaller 700. The motor has excellent torque and by shifting early you can squeeze some remarkable mileage, averaging 70 to 80 mpg. Maintenance is so simple with screw and nut adjusters for the valves and easy access to same. The NC also does well on dirt roads and with better tires would make a good ADV ride. It tours well also, better than my CB1100, with a far better seat and better fuel range. Biggest complaint for me is very basic fork and rear suspension which can be remedied at least. Can't complain about price as both our bikes were purchased new at big discount. Sparky's was just over $5K and mine $7K, out the door prices.