Honda NC 750 XD - a motorcycle with amazing performance

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Japanese motorcycles of the famous Honda brand have always been famous for their excellent driving performance, power and reliability of power units, impeccable appearance and exceptional style.

The new product of Japanese engineers, named Honda NC 750 XD, was no exception.

The NC 700 series dates back to 2011, when the bike was presented to the public during the World Exhibition in Milan. Just two years later, the model received a larger engine, increased comfort and new software for a unique robotic gearbox.

It was this updated modification of the enduro, which received the XD prefix, that became an undoubted bestseller in its class.

Popularity of the model

The demand for a two-wheeled crossover from Honda is explained by many by the presence of an innovative automatic transmission, or more precisely, a unique robotic clutch .

However, the Honda NC 750 XD model is also attractive for bikers due to its incredible convenience and comfort , very modest fuel consumption and impressive engine power.

Thanks to a competent combination of operational and technical characteristics, as well as an increased level of safety, the motorcycle has become universal, which makes it possible to use it both for everyday trips and for long trips.

This certainly attracted the attention of many motorcycle fans to the Japanese “horse”.

The NC 750 XD motorcycle has a fast, aggressive and modern exterior.

It is equipped with effective optics , the light of which perfectly illuminates the road, an electronic liquid crystal instrument panel with odometer, speedometer and tachometer scales, a fuel gauge and other systems, as well as a convenient, comfortable seat designed for two people.

The basis of the design of the Honda HC 750 is a compact and lightweight diagonal tubular frame made of steel. It is characterized by high rigidity, which has a positive effect on the bike's handling.

The V-belt variator, telescopic front fork and rear suspension pendulum with monoshock absorber do an excellent job, leaving a pleasant riding impression and smoothing out all the bumps in the road.

The sports Honda CBR 600 RR, the characteristics of which are described in detail in our review, holds the speed record for production motorcycles with a 600 cc engine.

This popular 400 cc model from Honda was initially produced for the domestic market, but over time they decided to release it on other continents.

Test drive of the Honda NC750XD (DCT) model from Gazeta.ru

Honda NC750 motorcycle equipped with an automatic transmission for a close acquaintance , the Gazeta.Ru correspondent seriously thought about the right of “automatic motorcycles” to life and about who and how they can help.

Automatic on a motorcycle? Yes, this happens. And scooters have nothing to do with it: CVTs are installed on two-wheeled “stools”, “sofas” and “sofas”, and this thing does not suit the character of a motorcycle - about the same as pointe shoes for a boxer. That's why the Honda NC750 has a real gearbox. Well, that is, like a real, preselective, robotic one - much like the Volkswagen DSG and its numerous analogues.

Only, unlike the specialists from Wolfsburg, the engineers from Tokyo did not stoop to dry clutches and allowed the dual assembly of their gearbox to bathe in special oil - this is even more important for a motorcycle than for a car.

Honda NC750 is a unique motorcycle in its own way. It can be purchased in two designs and with two transmission options - traditional and automatic. To be fair, it should be noted that the second option is not unique: you can choose a box when buying a fashionable sports tourer with the VFR index, but different designs are, of course, interesting. Apart from this, the NC750 has another interesting feature: what everyone thinks is a fuel tank is actually a housing that can easily accommodate a helmet.

Well, or any other stuff that other motorcyclists are forced to carry in panniers or backpacks.

But all these are small things compared to the ergonomics of the automated version. Of course, there is no left “foot” here, but it can be ordered for an additional fee. But what’s tricked out on the steering wheel will remain there: the transmission mode selector, the manual mode switch, the up and down keys for the index finger and thumb of the left hand, and even the parking brake lever. Well, what about without a “handbrake”? You can't leave the motorcycle in gear.

So here everything is like a car: when you get ready to drive, don’t forget to release the parking brake. Otherwise, there are no special nuances: I started it, turned the gearbox into “drive” with my right thumb, turned the knob, and off I went.

The clutches work exemplary. The NC750 accelerates without fire, it doesn’t turn on the rear wheel, but this blandness successfully masks a very impressive pace. Before you have time to look back, the speedometer already shows “one hundred.” Suddenly.

In general, this “Honda” fascinates with its “relaxation”. Accelerate faster? Please. To turn? No problem. Turn sharper? No problem at all! Of course, it’s hard to call the chassis assembled, but the suspension warns the pilot in advance that the limit is close and it’s better not to tempt fate. Moreover, even a not very experienced pilot can pick up the signals.

Another thing is “automatic”. In principle, it is not difficult to get used to it. There is no need to think at all when accelerating, and downshifting during braking occurs smoothly and predictably. I did, however, notice how my brain had reorganized itself: after an hour I was braking not to the required speed, but to the desired gear, carefully monitoring the operation of the gearbox. A little strange, of course, but you can live. In the end, for the lords of iron there is a sport mode and a lever that puts the box entirely under the control of the pilot.

The latter is especially useful when “piercing” traffic jams - not even to change gears on your own, but to eliminate the arbitrariness of the machine: you never know what will come into his electronic head?

Therefore, the mechanism of movement in “cramped conditions” looks like this: we release the brakes to the second, pull the manual mode lever with the right indicator, and then - depending on the situation: either we roll on low gas, or we hold the motorcycle in the rear. Nothing complicated, in general, but you still need to think. It's even more important not to turn off your brain and rely on your electronic brain when going through long corners. Any motorcyclist knows the consequences of a sharp downshift during a long, high-speed ride, and even on wet asphalt.

Checking, needless to say, was alarming. But there is nowhere to go.

Long right, fourth gear, drive mode, speed - 80. Careful release of the gas... Yes! The gearbox pushes into third smoothly, but this is still enough to feel a distinct hint of the rear wheel slipping. Of course, this was a provocation, of course, intentional, but the fact remains: you need to think no less when driving with an automatic transmission than when manipulating the left “foot” and a traditional clutch.

Then who is this automatic Honda ? Yes, for those who need a regular motorcycle - an Every Day Carrier. Just ride without pretending to be a hero racer.

For such people, the Honda NC750 DCT will be just right. It will not frighten you with too active acceleration and at the same time will allow you to confidently stay even in high-speed traffic, and in addition, it will ensure smooth switching during braking, without forcing you to introduce the word “over-throttle” into your vocabulary.

Well, this is not a “link of evolution” between a scooter and a “normal” motorcycle. Here, as before, the theory of creation dominates. In other words, if you want to ride a motorcycle, learn. Nothing new.

Source: Gazeta.ru

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Check out the test drives:

• Test drive of the Honda NC700X from the editors of Auto.Mail.ru
• Test drive of the Honda NC700X model from Motorcycle Racing magazine

Review of the Honda NC 700 (NC 750) motorcycle

• Read review Honda NC 700 (NC 750)

Specifications

The overall dimensions of the Japanese motorcycle are:

• Length - 221.0 cm;
• Width - 84.0 cm;
• Height - 128.5 cm;
• Saddle elevation - 79.0 cm;
• Wheelbase - 152.5 cm;
• Ground clearance - 14.0 cm.

The dry weight of the “horse” is 229 kilograms, and the volume of the fuel tank is 14.1 liters.

The NC750XD motorcycle is equipped with a unique proprietary transmission, called Dual Clutch Transmission, which was developed specifically for this model.

It automatically shifts gears and engages/disengages the clutch, but fully retains the feeling of immediate acceleration inherent in manual transmissions.

Based on information from sensors, the system is able to perfectly select the appropriate gear for the conditions. Thus, if necessary, the system switches from MT to AT mode without “jumping” from gear to gear when cornering or other circumstances.

Honda NC750

The Honda NC 700 (NC 750) series of road motorcycles was first introduced in 2011, and mass production and sales began in 2012 in Japan, Europe, North America and Oceania. In total, 2 modifications of the Honda NC700 model were presented:

Honda NC700S - road version. Honda NC700X - enduro-touring version.

Both modifications are built on a single base and differ in appearance, ergonomics, overall dimensions and suspension travel.

ENGINE

Among the key features of the NC 700 series, first of all, it is worth highlighting the engine, which was created on the basis of a car engine from the Honda Jazz: the block was reduced to 2 cylinders, instead of the usual crankshaft, a 270° crankshaft was used. As a result, the NC700 engine turned out to be low-speed, but demonstrating excellent traction throughout the entire range and record fuel efficiency, officially declared within 3.5 liters per 100 km.

TRANSMISSION

Another important feature of the NC 700 is the availability of versions with an automatic transmission (DCT - dual clutch transmission) with two clutches. These modifications are designated by the letters D in the name: NC700SD/NC750SD, NC700XD/NC750XD.

BRAKE SYSTEM

The models are also equipped with an ABS system. Such modifications have the letter A in the name: NC700SA/NC750SA, NC700XA/NC750XA. An important nuance is that the NC700 models were equipped with ABS with combined brakes (C-ABS), while subsequent versions (NC750) were equipped with a conventional ABS system, without combined brakes.

In 2014, the NC700 was updated to the NC750, increasing engine capacity by 76 cc. see (from 669 to 745), having received a double balancer shaft, a new muffler, on-board computer and other changes. Power and torque indicators have increased slightly (50 hp -> 54 hp, 61 Nm -> 68 Nm).

For 2021, the NC750 series models have been redesigned again. In addition to the changed appearance (new wheel color, new dashboard), the models receive a new muffler shape, a larger trunk, LED headlights and lights, new front suspension settings, 7-speed rear suspension adjustment and additional transmission modes in versions with an automatic transmission.

Based on the engine and chassis of the Honda NC 700 (NC 750), the Honda CTX700 and Honda NM4 Vultus models were built.

Brief history of the model

2012 - start of production and sales of the Honda NC 700 series.

Model: Honda NC700S /SA /SD; Honda NC700X /XA /XD (Japan, Europe, North America, Oceania). Frame number: RC61 (NC700S), RC63 (NC700X).

2013 - no significant changes.

Model: Honda NC700S /SA /SD; Honda NC700X /XA /XD (Japan, Europe, North America, Oceania). Frame number: RC61 (NC700S), RC63 (NC700X).

2014 - NC700 series models are updated to NC750. The motorcycles receive a larger engine, a double balancer shaft, modified gearbox ratios, a new exhaust, a gear indicator on manual versions, an on-board computer (shows average fuel consumption, etc.), an adjustable brake lever, a new ABS system (without combined brakes) .

Model: Honda NC750S /SA /SD; Honda NC750X /XA /XD (Japan, Europe, North America, Oceania). Frame number: RC70 (NC750S), RC72 (NC750X).

2015 - no significant changes.

Model: Honda NC750S /SA /SD; Honda NC750X /XA /XD (Japan, Europe, North America, Oceania). Frame number: RC70 (NC750S), RC72 (NC750X).

2016 - the NC 750 series receives minor updates regarding the appearance and technical part - in particular, the models receive LED headlights and taillights, a new Showa fork with Dual-Bending technology, a new exhaust, additional riding modes for the DCT box, increased helmet storage, new colours, 7-way adjustable rear shock, new instrument panel, lighter clutch lever and changes to meet Euro 4 regulations.

Model: Honda NC750S /SA /SD; Honda NC750X /XA /XD (Japan, Europe, North America, Oceania). Frame number: RC88 (NC750S), RC90 (NC750X).

2017 - no significant changes.

Model: Honda NC750S /SA /SD; Honda NC750X /XA /XD (Japan, Europe, North America, Oceania). Frame number: RC88 (NC750S), RC90 (NC750X).

Instead of using a standard 360° crankshaft, the Honda NC700/NC750 gets a 270° crankshaft, making the inline 2-cylinder engine operate similar to a V-twin. This technology is called Crossplane.

Fuel consumption

The fuel consumption declared by the manufacturer for the Honda NC700 (NC750) in the combined cycle is 3.58 liters per 100 km (27.9 km per 1 liter of fuel).

Characteristics table

The heart of the motorcycle is an in-line two-cylinder liquid-cooled power unit with a volume of 745 “cubes” , which demonstrates excellent torque at low and medium speeds and has a low center of gravity.

This engine is compact, environmentally friendly, economical.

Average fuel consumption is only about 3.5 liters per hundred kilometers thanks to PGM-FI electronic injection.

The maximum power of this “engine” reaches 54 horsepower at 6250 rpm.

More detailed information about the technical characteristics is given in the following table:

Technical characteristics of Honda NC 700 (NC 750)

Model Honda NC 700 (NC 750)

Motorcycle type road (S)/tourist enduro (X)

Year of manufacture 2012-present. vr.

Diamond-shaped steel frame

Engine type 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, in-line

Working volume 670 cubic meters. cm (for NC 750 - 745 cc)

Bore/stroke 73 mm x 80 mm (NC 750 - 77 mm x 80 mm)

Compression ratio 10.7:1

Liquid cooling

Number of valves per cylinder SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder

Electronic fuel injection system (PGM-FI)

Ignition type digital transistor

Maximum power 51.1 hp at 6250 rpm (NC 750 - 54.79 hp)

Maximum torque 62 Nm at 4750 rpm (NC 750 - 68 Nm)

Transmission 6-speed (optional - automatic DCT)

Gearbox ratios 1 2.812 (DCT 2.666) 2 1.894 (DCT 1.904) 3 1.454 (DCT 1.454) 4 1.200 (DCT 1.200) 5 1.033 (DCT 1.033) 6 0.837 (DCT 0.837)

Drive type chain

Front tire size 120/70-ZR17

Rear tire size 160/60-ZR17

Front brakes 1 disc 320 mm, 2-piston caliper (optional C-ABS, on NC 750 - ABS)

Rear brakes 1 disc 240 mm, 1-piston caliper (optional C-ABS, on NC 750 - ABS)

Front suspension 41 mm telescopic fork, travel - 120 mm (S version), 153 mm (X version)

Rear suspension pendulum, with monoshock absorber, travel - 120 mm (S-version), 150 mm (X-version)

Length x Width x Height 2210x840x1285 mm (depending on version and configuration)

Wheelbase 1525-1540 mm (depending on version)

Seat height 775-830 mm (depending on version and configuration)

Acceleration to 100 km/h 5.8 sec

Maximum speed 170 km/h

Fuel tank capacity 14.1 l

Motorcycle weight (curb) 211-225 kg (depending on version and configuration)

Estimated cost

Currently, the original and unique Honda NC750X bike is available to domestic fans of high-quality and comfortable bikes.
From official dealers, this model off the assembly line costs from 630,000 rubles.

Here clients receive a guarantee from Japanese manufacturers and certificates of compliance with Russian Federation standards.

If you want to save money, you can find the NC750X motorcycle on the secondary car market , for example, the Honda NC 750 X DKT Travel Edition 2014, where its cost will be much lower, depending on the condition, mileage and appearance of the bike.

The choice is always yours!

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