5 years with the Honda Crosstourer
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- Опубликовано: 2 авг 2024
- 5 years with the Honda Crosstourer is an owners review of this magnificent bike. Over the last 5 years this bike has been super reliable and a pleasure. Slightly outdated by today's standards this bike is still awesome with digital screen, traction control, and DCT (dual clutch transmission). The power delivery is nothing short of impressive with the massive V4 1200 engine. With 56000km and several European tours I have absolutely nothing bad to say about this motorcycle. Today, 5 years later, I never get off this bike disappointed, and to this day the bike still has the character to excite! I am super happy with my choice!
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I had a vfr1200f and it was the best bike I ever had. Bought it new and rode it 1500 miles the first weekend. I traded it in for a Ducati multistrada enduro 1200 . After a year of ownership it needed an engine rebuild . That took 3 months. Got it back lasted 2 weeks then back to the shop Again for 1 1/2 months
Last a few days back to the shop for 1 1/2 months got it back tried to cross the USA in 48 hours , broke down after 500 miles . Took 6 days to get it across the USA.
Selling my honda for a Ducati was the worst decision ever .
The Honda is really reliable quality, sorry to hear that you have been unlucky with the Ducati. Thanks for sharing feedback.
👍🤘😉get your honda back bud my advice to you happy biking 🤘😉
1200f , baby!!!!
crazy to sell it
Great review. Love that black. I had a 2017 CT DCT for 5 months and logged over 15,000 miles on it. I traded it in for my 2018 Goldwing DCT, non tour but that was the plan from the start. I didn’t get a chance to really ride this bike, and learn it because I knew I would be trading it in, but the riding I did on it was very impressive. I bought a 2010 VFR 1200F DCT to see what 170 bhp felt like and after Sabsteef flash, this bike became an ICBM, and lots of fun to ride. Unfortunately at 65 yrs old, my body can’t keep up with my ego, so I need to get something a little more comfortable, like the CT. Love my Goldwing and it’ll be my forever bike, but I want a dual sport that can be an all around bike. These are very well kept secret bikes and am fortunate that I came across one without knowing anything about it. Ride safe and here’s to another 5 years of safe riding! 🙏🏻🏍🙏🏻
Brilliant machine done already 98000km and still going strong 🤘😉
Absolutely great machine that will never let you down, Honda reliability! I Also believe that this engine is a gem and will go on forever because it is detuned so there is very little stress on the engine.
I have 2012 manual model, this is a very underrated motorcycle, just love it, Sydney Australia.
Same here mate 2012 manual . I have added, Oxford heated adventure grips,scorpion can , mra touring screen ,r&g engine cases .Zieger bash plate and job done ✅
Honda should have never stopped making this bike.The Africa Twin’s got nothing on it.
Brian it's still being produced?, I brought a new one from Honda in 2018
@@darrenbrooker2876 They did stop making it. Only selling the stock that they have. No new ones being made.
I've got a theory on this. It's like the Honda deauville. These bikes lasted too long and they were too reliable. So then they introduced the NC range in the hope they would upgrade more regularly. Honda weren't making enough money. It's just a theory!
Nice video. I own a CT for 1 year now. Super duper happy. Almost 40k km. Bought it with 10k. I think i will keep this bike for as long as possible. Honda baby!!! 100%
I am definitely going to miss my baby once I decide to trade the bike in, and for that reason I am also thinking of keeping this bike far as long as possible and maybe forever :-) Cheers to that!
@@0to100Adventure yes indeed. Cheers!
Beauty...i want that bike. 👍
Love it!!! Right Proper Flying Buzz Saw.
Honda is simply the king of the jungle Honda never dies
Beautifull bike....
Beautiful bike!
Thanks man!
Very nice video! I got my self manual new 2017, 3 month ago, so far, love it! Only thing i do not like sunspension, front fork! Hyperpro is waiting at home, for my friend who is sailer comming back in februar, and we going to do it in my garage! What a final shaft oil you use and what is mailig between chanages?
Thanks and greetings from Croatia!
Ernest!
Hi mate , I am just buying this bike. Thank you 😊
You won’t be disappointed
@@0to100Adventure yeah I hope soo . Picking up next Tuesday. So excited 😆
Thinking about upgrading my VFR1200F to a Crosstourer. Had a Triumph Tiger 1200 before the VFR and loved it so I'm used to a top heavy Adv bike that probably won't see much off road but is great on road.
Had the VFR1200F 3 years and normally I'd be changing bikes by about now, but I actually still like it, just a few issues that I think the Crosstourer could sort enough for me to keep for more years to come without needing to swap.
Fuel range is currently around 120 miles which is pretty shit for a tourer, the Crosstourer should be closer to 190/200.
Suspension comfort over bumpy roads. Longer travel suspension should mean I can either make quicker or more comfortable progress over bumpy roads, especially 2 up which I am A LOT. To keep the rear suspension from bouncing and wallowing over bumpy roads I've had to max out the preload and rebound which means the ride is pretty firm but manageable, any softer and it just bounces over bumpy roads and I have to slow down.
Then after that it's mainly small details, riding position is more relaxed, rear tyre isnt an expensive 190/55, have TC (my 2011 doesn't have anything), turning circle massively improved, can fit meetier tyres so have the potential to do bigger tours, can fit crash bars no problem without drilling holes in a beautiful fairing. Loads of little things.
Gonna have to test ride I think
The VFR is a good bike. I travelled to Norway last summer. The only issue I have had with my 1200 F is the seating position and the missing cruise control.
The Crosstourer for me is too topheavy.
Just bought a new manual Highlander. Looking forward to it. All the actual owner reviews I can find are really positive, only journo's tend to be negative. I think if it's not a GS they don't want to know
J Boy I have had mine for 5 years and every time I ride I get off happy with the choice I made. Congrats on the new highlander
@@0to100Adventure slight update, I upgraded to the DCT after much thought, reckon it's the one to go for (for me). Great reviews these really valuable so thanks again 👍
High, whe it happened to me, i fixed my mud guard with fiberglass mesh. It works well until today. kindly Fiete
I bought mine 4 months ago 2015 6 speed. 12k kilómetros it was demo store for really chep only thing it is heavy for offroading i use just for highway and city some times very happy with it
jose martinez yes it is heavy for off-road but it is still a go anywhere bike. I would not travel the world on a crf250. Thanks for watching.
So tempted to get one. Always put off by the weight though .
I currently have an Africa twin which I love...but shaft drive is appealing
Allan Mcwilliam you get used to the weight trust me, I can ride mine at 4mph completely balanced and if you ride one you will want one
I'm also sitting on the fence regarding the weight. I recently did my advanced course and consider myself a sensible rider who loves a challenge so this may be the bike for me. It ticks all the boxes for long term ownership.
Gs killer,love mine 17 mod.
Gs better balanced,better wind prorection,suspension,but you pay for it a lot heheh
You have the sticker of my previous club on your case :-) SCRC..
Nice review, thankyou, 600 miles in a day so the seat is really good?
Passo di stelvio👍👍👍👍
There's a manual 2012 Crosstourer near me that I'm tempted to pick up; it's been kitted out and upgraded with almost everything except cruise control. My only concern is the bike being a pain for city commuting, since my bike is my only vehicle and I need it for everyday work and touring. Have you found the size and engine heat to be a particular problem?
I had the bike for 6 years and did quite a bit of city riding in tight situations, filtering etc. I did not have any particular problems.
Nice descriptive video. True the concept of weight is not always a disadvantage. An information: what is the average consumption? Thank you and have a nice trip with your motorcycle.
I was getting around 7l/100 with a lot of city riding and heavy on the throttle.
@@0to100Adventure Thanks.. heavy on the throttle 👍
I love this motorbike.
How tall are you ?
I am 5.9 tall.
Do you think at very low speed or to maneuver at a standstill ? Will it be difficult for me ?
I am french ✌️
I am the same height and never had any problems with low speed or manoeuvres. The bike is heavy so it will require some more effort than other bikes but not a problem.
Nice video man this looks ace in Black. How do you find the seat comfort? I’ve got 2 seats for my 1200F and can’t get comfy on it. I’m really considering trading my 1200F for one but the reduced power concerns me. Is this powerful enough for fun? How’s the handling, can you throw it around ok?
Thanks glad you enjoyed. The bike is heavy when pushing around the garage, when rolling it is good, well balanced and a blast around corners, you can’t compare to a sports bike. Performance is great and never left me wanting more, great acceleration power through out the range for an adventure tourer. The comfort is also very good.
@@0to100Adventure I know all about the weight owning the 1200F and previous blackbird so that’s not an issue.
Thanks for the reply though👍
Air hawk
Is that the stock windscreen or did you buy a larger one?
This is the Honda touring screen that that Honda includes with the stock.
How does it ride at very low throttle or off throttle? A couple of Africa Twins and an NT1100 I've tried were pretty bad filtering through traffic at 2750 revs. Felt like kangaroo petrol. Probably emissions making the fuel mapping far too lean. Apart from this, I lived the DCT. You've done a lot of miles - -h ow do you honestly find is this on the Crosstourer? Many thanks & keep up the good work... 👍
I never had any issues at low throttle or even off throttle and could maneuver the bike in controlled manner for almost stand still scenarios. Just got to be careful you don't open the gas by mistake :-) It it has happened to me couple of times but then you are quick on the brake. I guess the same can be said with the clutch if you let go to quickly by mistake :-)
Sabsteef flash ecu-- phenomenal
What was the best mpg that you consistently got out of the bike?
MyBrowndog I am managing 6.7l/100km, I believe that is 42.16 mpg. Cheers
With my VFR1220X I make 50mpg running at 65mph
@@jazodda Really??? Seems too good for this bike
I am very interested to know about the fuel consumption. I now have a Honda varadero that is drinking like a camel...
Jag E I am managing on avg. 6.7l/100KM.
5.8l/100km avg. A great km-eating bike
With my VFR1200X I make 50mpg running at 65mph (highway) 34mpg (city)
I like your enthusiasm. But may I ask, how was the wild pig?
Definitely worse off than the motorcycle...but nothing a day or twos rest wouldn’t sort out. Tough animals!
Waar bly jy dat jy so naby al die lekker berge is?
Ek bly in Poland.
?Awesome bike, i've got the same but not the DCT version. Where you from (Poland?), your English is very good
Poland, thanks for watching!
It sounds like you have a very South African accent! Lekker man.
Great review! Bit of a hair raising experience with that boar I'll bet. Luck was a lady that night... I do have a question, how large a rider are you? If not too personal. I am looking at one for myself, I am 6'8" and 330lb. What is the weight limit?
Thanks for watching. I am 6’ and 245lb. The max load including rider is 428lb. This is a big, powerful and comfortable bike so you should not have any problems, you need to test ride to be sure it is the right fit. Cheers.
@@0to100Adventure yeah I found a 2017 DCT brand new in the box I'm going to pick it up Tuesday I was sitting on it I felt like Sasquatch you know what I mean plus I love the fact that it ticks all the boxes shaft drive abs quiet Mufflers not a chopper. Every time I go to a bike shop they want to put me on a big old V-Twin typical Cruiser you know what I mean I like the fact that it's a V4 that is a Ball Z engine
It's between this and the Yamaha Super Tenere.I'm on the fence.🤔
Thanks for watching, you gotta try both and then decide. Good luck!
If you want to go off-road also take the super tenere. The Honda is made purely for the road.
Nice video. I have the EXACT same one.
Going to do the Grossglockner myself in may of 2020. Can you buy the sticker there?
Ron Bosgra yes, no problem. Enjoy and you must visit zell am ziller pass when in Austria. Cheers and stay safe!
You'll get the sticker automatically when you pay the toll for the road
You need to paint the new front mud guard with "Pig Slayer."
High, i would fix it with Glas-Fibre. I did it with my front-mud-guard. Kindly Fiete
South African in a foreign country? Unmistakable accent.
To już wiem od kogo ten błotnik klejony kropelką na olx.
I have been riding for 7 years, I never knew you could wash your bike at the car wash.
Of course you can, but don’t!
One wrong move and you’ll blast water into the switch gear and electrics or grease out of bearings.