HONDA NC750X 2018

Description

The NC750X has an adventure-oriented edge, with comfort for rider and pillion. A large windscreen gives great wind protection and there’s plenty of room in the storage compartment positioned where the fuel tank is normally situated, which also has a utility rail built onto its lid. The LED headlight and taillight add class and the instruments – with variable colour display – can be personalised and present a premium image to the rider.
The rear shock absorber features a spring preload adjustment system while Showa Dual Bending Valves (SDBV) front forks are fitted up front.
The NC750X’s 745cc twin cylinder engine puts out strong low-to-mid range torque, delivering strong acceleration from very low rpm. It returns 28.6km/l (WMTC mode) and now features 2 Level Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC), which can also be turned off.
The NC750X’s DCT features a natural ‘feathered’ clutch feel around an on/off throttle. In addition to the most fuel efficient automatic D Mode, for sportier riding there are 3 levels of S mode.
Also available for 2018 is a 35kW version allowing A2 licence holders to enjoy the NC750X. This new version can easily be converted to a full power version at the appropriate time at a Honda dealer.

Key Features
• Adventure styling provides comfort for rider and pillion
• 22L storage area will take a full-face helmet
• Negative LCD instrument display can be personalized
• LED headlight and taillight
• Wave key with Honda Ignition Security System (HISS)

A lot of the experience of riding a motorcycle comes down to feeling, and guiding the NC750X’s design is the phrase ‘Sensual Performance.’ From the front the machine has a bold, adventurous identity with an LED headlight and running lights forming a unique impression.

The tall screen guides airflow around the rider’s upper body and a central duct equalizes pressure. Slits on the upper left and right side reduce wind noise. The side cowls and side covers create muscular lines; the svelte seat unit and clear-smoke LED taillight are underlined in a minimal manner by the exhaust muffler, further emphasizing the mass-forward stance.
The storage area has a 22L volume and the lid exterior features rugged external rails – useful for mounting a tank bag. The lid’s interior has four hooks to allow rubber straps to assist in organizing luggage and make best use of all of the space.
Attractive instruments use a negative LCD display. Information includes odometer, trip meter, gear position, fuel efficiency and consumption gauges, (optional) heated grip temperature plus 3-stage S mode for the DCT model.
The color of the rev-counter bar display can also be changed by the rider; a total of 9 options are available. It is also possible to have colours change according to gear selected, rpm range or (for the DCT version) riding mode.
ECO and SHIFT mode are further options when riding with the display set to a single color or (on the DCT machine) the mode-dependent setting. ECO mode turns the display to light blue if riding with good fuel efficiency, and green if riding even more economically. SHIFT mode sees the color change to orange if engine rpm exceeds a level pre-set by the rider.
A ‘wave’ key features the Honda Ignition Security System (HISS). If the ID chip embedded in the key and the ID in the Engine Control Unit (ECU) do not match, the engine will not start.

Engine

• 40.3kW peak power/68Nm torque
• 35kW A2 licence version available
• 2 Level Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) now standard
• HSTC can also be turned OFF
• Rpm cut raised by 900rpm to 7,500rpm
• 400km range possible from the 14.1L fuel tank

Dual Clutch Transmission

• Adaptive Clutch Capability Control gives natural feel
• 3 levels of sporty S mode

Chassis

• Rugged steel diamond frame
• Long travel 41mm Showa Dual Bending Valve front fork
• Pro-Link rear suspension with preload adjustable shock absorber
• 320mm front disc and two-piston caliper/240mm single-piston rear

Electrical System

• Starter Electric
• Battery Capacity 12V/11.2AH

SUSPENSION

• Type Front 41mm telescopic fork, 153.5mm stroke
• Type Rear Monoshock damper, Pro-Link swingarm, 150mm travel

Wheels

• Type Front Multi-spoke cast aluminium
• Type Rear Multi-spoke cast aluminium
• Rim Size Front 17M/C x MT3.50
• Rim Size Rear 17M/C x MT4.50
• Tyres Front 120/70-ZR17M/C (58W)
• Tyres Rear 160/60-ZR17M/C (69W)

All specifications are provisional and subject to change without notice.