HONDA X-ADV (2017 - 2021) Review

No issues so far - bought second hand with 16K on the clock - now done 1000 miles (in a couple of months) - everything works perfecly.

Brakes offer the power with ease, sure they are not going to deliver razor sharp feed back though.Comfort is great, with a good size range for 90% of people. Engine is smooth and with zero hesitation from the DCT. Ride quality is good, with its porky weight dealt with without much fuss.

It’s Not going to win the GP… But it’s buttery smooth torque curve and linear power delivery will win on British roads.

Erm…. It’s a Honda…..Zero problems with build quality or reliability.

It’s a little pricey to buy, but the fun factor soon puts that worry to bed. Servicing and up keep is on par with most other bikes at 700cc

Well it has just about everything you could need, just missing an espresso maker..

At last MoT the tester commented that the readings on the machine were the best he had ever seen. I guess the brakes are quite good, but seeing as my previous bike was a Kawasaki KH250 it's not a good comparison. Riding is quite good but I find the seat does give a numb backside after, say an hour, which appears to be a common complaint. Having running boards this does allow you to move around on the bike so not cramped at all.

It's got DCT which makes life extremely easy. DCT does seem a little clunky at times which probably means it needs a reset. Engine is a 270 degree crank which makes for a distinct noise but is a little gruff for me and vibrates . However, it just proves it's a motorbike not a scooter especially with chain drive too.

Excellent build quality, no faults to date.

Service bike myself, seems easy enough. Running costs are reasonable with 70 mpg being absolute lowest as I've seen over 100mpg on certain runs.

Missing a temperature gauge and fuel remaining (mileage to refuelling ) on dash. Dash is good with speedo being dominant large numbers. Don't know why a calendar is included on dash - maybe for when old age reallly bites?Adjustable screen is great, up in winter and down in summer. Rides like a good old fashioned naked bike with screen down.

78mpg average

Just had minor Honda yearly service so far

No cruise control or heated grips

Very comfortable ride and brakes are top quality. I do not expect sportbike handling from this heavy automatic machine, but it does not handle like a scooter either.

It would benefit from a supercharger. Not quite as exciting as my other bikes but torque is plentiful, and this is what you really need for town and touring.

Build quality is superb, all components are top drawer and feel premium, no issues whatsoever.

Yes, it is based on NC750 so you expect (and you get) excellent running costs. Servicing is very reasonable, and fuel is consumed only just.

I installed Honda heated grips, touring screen, "weather flaps", spot lights, Michelin Road 4 tyres and full Givi luggage system. Now it makes sense as a touring bike. I would expect at least heated grips as standard for this kind of money, but alas, it was all extra.

As extra wheel base very good on uneven surfaces and bumps do not get the jolt that used to happen on nc750x brakes are good Linked so no real dive under braking Turning is good do not feel the weight By fitting the break on left hand side make control very with the DCT also the new seat make it easy to put feet down Getting on and off bike suggest putting foot on running board then can put foot through

With the extra power and gearing on DCT and engine management great for getting around town and relaxing the motorway and with auto Box all you need to do is look where your going And can get a good setting on screen easy control

Looks like very good and panels join line up no rubbing of rattle from bike

Was not sure about sitting position and foot position now done 400 miles is working out ok only which, they had fitted the foot pegs as standard as show on photo and review

Equipment. Was good only negative was why have they not fitted correct software so I can use my I phone and not fitted foot pegs for standing up as photo in review

It Goes a lot better than you think That dct gearbox is a peach I'm getting 71mpg avg so far not bad at all

Really like it so far pleased i bought one time will tell in the next review

XADV expensive? Go ride one, the ride quality is really good, much better that anything else in the NC range. Honda spent some proper money on the suspension. The brakes are radial calipers from the Africa Twin, the brake pads are simple to change and they work very well. Comfort is great, I have the off-road pegs also do lots of options for feet position. I can ride all day and still feel fine.

750 twin, 270 crank, sounds fine! Only 54bhp but torque everywhere. The DCT is programmed really well, not much beats you off the line. Ultimately 54bhp and 235kg means that top speed is around 100mph (Speedo says 110mph+) but you can cruise at 90mph and still get 60mpg.

Scooters and this are expensive? There's a good reason, they're designed to be used everyday. They don't need a heated garage and pampering. They don't corrode, are easy to clean, easy to maintain, this bike comes with a centre stand, screen that works, hand guards that are all extra on other bikes.

It's a twin with a single throttle body and a low low limit. Servicing is cheap and easy.

Comes with hand guards, centre stand, good screen, great mirrors, great instruments, ace switch gear, big grab rails. Mine came with the Honda heated grips, which I use ALL the time. I fitted aftermarket off-road pegs also. Tyre choice is limited, Bridgestone or Pirelli primarily, but they are both great so no problem?

Very comfortable around town with a brilliant adjustable screen for faster roads. Good quality running gear and great brakes make it feel modern and safe. Feels like a step forward compared to the current crop of scooters.

I love the lazy power delivery of the NCs. If you're into high revving sports bikes you won't like it but as an everyday steed it's a perfect power delivery... smooth but with some character, punchy with very little effort, and frugal without even trying to be. The multi mode DCT gearbox is what attracted me to the NC range to begin with. It is brilliant on the X-ADV and really suits the use the bike will be put to. Much nicer to ride than a CVT scooter.

Early days for the X-ADV yet but the platform it's built on is bullet proof. The X-ADV looks and feels like a step up in quality compared to the other NCs.

Great on fuel. (80mpg with a not especially steady hand). Expensive to buy initially but it's a do-anything, go most places bike and makes you feel a bit special as it's such a rare sight on the road. Combine that with its premium feel and suddenly it's good value. Much more fun that the premium scooters, which are more expensive.

Nice all round standard spec but add Honda's heated grips (which are integrated into the dash display) and a rear rack/box (not Honda's standard 'adventure' style box... I've fitted a Givi rack with a 52 litre Maxia box) and you have what I think is the perfect all round bike... ride it every day of the year to work like a scooter, tour on it at sensible speeds like a conventional motor bike, and have fun at the weekends... it'll do everything but don't expect a track day bike if that's your thing. A belt drive instead of a chain would make it perfect for me and I've never come close to saying that about any bike previously.