Honda launch special edition version of the popular X-ADV adventure scooter in striking yellow

Honda UK have announced plans to introduce a new special edition of their recently revamped X-ADV adventure scooter.

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Priced at £12,499, the bikes will be finished in a striking ‘Gold Finch Yellow’ paint job and limited to just 30 units. They will also be numbered at the base of the fuel tank, to help mark their authenticity.

Available to order from December, they are further distinguished from the standard models by the inclusion of the Adventure Pack, Comfort Pack, and Luggage Divider as standard.

These bundles include everything from protective front side pipes, front fog lights and the associated brackets, to heated grips, leg deflectors, a nine-litre console bag, and more.

Honda have sold more than 76,000 X-ADVs since its arrival in 2017 – with only the CB750 Hornet outperforming it for sales.

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It’s now had a significant update for 2025, with features including cruise control as standard, four-way backlit switchgear and a windscreen that can now be adjusted tool-free and on the move between three positions. 

There’s also added seat foam for extra comfort, with the opening to the underseat storage improved for easier access.

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The semi-automatic DCT gearbox has also had a tweak, with four standard riding modes now consisting of ‘Standard’, ‘Sport’, ‘Gravel’, and ‘Rain’. You get keyless ignition, too.

The 745cc parallel twin motor retains the same performance as before, with a claimed 57.8bhp on tap – there’s also a 47bhp version for A2 licence holders. The chassis too goes without revision and the X-ADV continues to roll on a 17/15-inch wheel combo.