Nt700v vs nc700x

Newrider2

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tampabay FL
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nc700x
Thoughts? Actually, I own a manual 2012 nc700x though the other day happened upon a used 2010 nt700v for $1,600 with 25k miles on it. A guy got it on trade with a boat form a 25 year old kid. No bike history plus the new owner got new tires for it and rear pads…said the prior tires were down to threads. So, that alone makes me worry about the bike plus the narrow clutch engagement lever on handle bar and last the right lid is total broken in two. The left side in front of the bag has the black plastic broken as well. Last, either head light build works (unless it is just one that is both high and low beam…turn signals all work though lol and actually look sort of cool plus do like the red color of the bike. Might be sold already it has been a few days since I saw it.

Thinking Honda spared the expense of spending $ on those parts it seems.
Though even at $1,6000 with a used lid a forum member has that needs glue for the lock pin leaves me to wonder how it would be different from my nc700x. Let along what deep dark rabbit hole I might be traveling down buy the nt700v under these conditions.
Thoughts…beyond why would one buy a NT700v if they already have a nc700x?
Thanks in advance though try to be kind in reply…I seem to have blinders on when it comes to how many bikes is enough. But retired do have nothing but time under Father Time takes us for a finale ride.
 
How many miles on your NC? If it has been well taken care of and you are happy with it, I would keep it. A 15/16 year old bike with only 25K on it could have all sorts of history and issues. Unless in retirement you want to keep the NC and use the NT for a toy and can afford to loose your investment, I would stand pat. Most of us here have gone on to newer, better bikes. We are all glad we had our NTs and most of us wouldnt give a plug nickel for another. Kind of like children. I have found in retirement I have lost all my free time after 21 years. I dont need a project bike. I have moved on to a 2017 XT V-strom, a 2014 FJR which gets heavier by the year, and an exquisit Honda 2015 VFR, which is 10 times the bike the NT ever was. I would have never bought an Nt if it werent for the availability of big lids. It was a good mule in its time.....but I wouldnt go back.
 
Both a NT and NC have passed through my garage at some point. I wouldn't have shopped the NT when the NC was there. I especially wouldn't shop a clapped out NT when a NC is in the garage.

The NC frunk is way less touchy and delicate than NT side lids. Think of NT bodywork as being made of bakelite. This includes the interior carcass, not just the lids. The maintenance free nature of the NT's shaft drive looses all luster when you have to contend with constant battles elsewhere on the bike. I had a low speed put down during my ownership of the NT, and the plastics repair costs were in the hundreds. Like dropping a fabergé egg on the floor. I have no problem with sitting down every few hundred miles, giving a sealed chain a quick wipe with gear oil and checking slack. as for engine character.. the NT revs higher than the NC and is only a 5 speed. The NT at interstate speeds can be higher than NC redline. things can get a little buzzy and MPG can drop below 40 easily. That little V-twin is a jewel.. in a Hawk 650. In the NT you can think of it like a base V6 F-150 loaded with cinderblocks and towing a skid-steer.

Sounds like you have classic MBD (Multiple Bike Disorder) if you're looking at a crumbling NT. Most of us have MBD, myself included. Thing is.. Honda released so many models over the years. If you're just looking for something to mess with.. Valkyrie, Magna, Hawk GT, VFR750/800, CTX, Nighthawk (so many Nighthawks, CB1100 and goes on... Look at the current 500cc parallel twin and all the bikes that's been in over the last 10 years. You could fill your garage with nothing but different bikes sporting that engine.
 
Ok, Uncle...you had me at fabergé egg lol.
Yes, my gutless 'do everything good, nothing great' 2012 NC with maybe less than 8 to 12k (as if I ride it much) up at my brother's place a few hours from my home (one card garage) works. Indeed have MBD, thanks that saves a visit to the head doc :)
At times I see 'prices' and say 'such a deal'...which of course is the wrong way to buy things. Price is just one of the factors and indeed not at the top of the list. Too bad Honda made the NT with such cheap plastics I offer.


Though I like the features of a manual did enjoy the 'benefits' of Honda's DCT on a 2018 Honda glowing tour bike though that baby had some weight to her. Sold it for a used 2023 bmw r1250gs low.

Honda likewise now has a e-clutch feature on a few bikes (both the benefits of a manual and an automatic from what I have read).
Will say goodbye to the low priced used NT for sale and call it a day.

Course, there is a used 2025 NC750x DCT on the market...and could trade-in my 2012 towards it. Yes I know, call to make that doc appointment in the morning!!!
Thanks all :)
 
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eClutch is like the ultimate quick shifter/blipper. You still need to select gears with your foot, but using the clutch lever is optional. Takes stress out of learning friction zone release for new riders. For seasoned riders could be huge benefit if you have left hand issues or do a lot of riding in traffic where lane splitting isn't allowed.
 
I have both the 2010 NT700 and a 2015 NC700X. The NT, with the Pirelli tires, handles much better than the NC (after I restored it to stock height). The NT is 75lbs +/- heavier though. I have no problems with the acceleration of the NT, it's better than the NC.

If you could pick up the NT for not a lot of money, what about turning it into a "naked" bike, of sorts? Get rid of all the broken plastic. If you don't travel on the bike do you need all the luggage? I do have a trunk on each of the 3 bikes, and I use the trunks all the time; you could add a trunk to the NT
 
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