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Thanks for the review. I come from primarily a dual sport background. I rarely write on forums, but this bike I really like. Mine is a 2018. I've had it a couple years and have done no Iron Butt trips (I'm a member) but think it would probably work even with my old (69) frame (6'2"). I find it...

Ha.... This is kind of a funny thread, what with the complaints about the bike (some valid, many subjective, maybe a troll here and there), and the defense of the bike's virtues. Guess I fall in the latter camp. To me the bike is light weight, handles great, and I really really like the DCT...

I paid 6k + tax for an '18 XD in really nice shape with 2,800 miles on it. I also looked for a few months, but my "gotta have" was pretty tight; an '18 with the DCT in really good condition with less than 10,000 miles. There were a couple bikes that were beyond a reasonable driving distance...

I've had my '18 750 DCT for a couple months and approx 2,000 miles. Previous recent bikes were BMW R1200GSA and Triumph Tiger Explorer 1200. Really world class great bikes and I am not seriously comparing the NC to either of those....except for the utility factor. Ok, not off-road utility or...

Yup. I did the same also. Helped me too. I added bar risers (mostly because I'ved used them on most of my bikes) but did not find they did anything for me with my '18 750 so I removed them. Others have found the bar risers on this bike helped them a lot. I've only had the bike for a couple...

Seat comfort depends on the individual. I find the 2018 NC OEM seat pretty doggone comfortable. Haven't done an Iron Butt with the bike, but rides of 5 hours out and 5 hours back was no problem. In the past I changed the seat on a Triumph Explorer and had cushion work done on a BMW GSA so they...

I stand corrected. Guess I was comparing to my experience with my dual sports and my look see at NADA and KBB before I decided to buy my NC750 (a used 2018). But not the first time I've been wrong about motorcycle prices ;).

Good idea. As you mentioned previously, depreciation on these things is low compared to many other bikes. So the logic of considering a new bike makes sense. That said, it's likely you'll have just as much fun on a used bike. Maybe one that serves as your "research bike" so you can really...

Hey Forty Two, For whatever it's worth, here's the take from a guy who has bought bikes because I liked the looks and bikes because I thought the functionality was superior to other offerings. I've made my share of mistakes. IMO, the best looking bike I ever owned was a Harley Road King...

42....Buying motorcycles is fun. I know, I've bought WAY more than I ever needed. A couple things that may be helpful, if you see a used model that fits...jump if pricing looks right (check KBB, NADA, Cycletrader). They often don't last. Also, new bikes sometimes require patience as availability...

I've never seen a dealer lay a bike down for a test pick-up, but it's not a bad idea. Unfortunately, technique is as important as strength and weight of the rider (maybe more important), so I'm guessing there would be significant resistance to doing this for a prospective buyer who may not be...

I get this. I've nearly always had more than one bike. That is not to say the NC is not a great platform upon which to build. We all know the bike (or bikes) that work for you is the one(s) that fit you best physically and emotionally. I loved my R1200GSA. It was far better than an out of the...

Excellent. Thanks!

Obviously subjective, but I have thought the same thing. Something about the lines and proportions seem to create, at least to my eye, a "flow" that looks modern and yet classic at the same time. Handsome.

Interesting. Where did you get the bash plate?

"FRUNK to the rescue" ....ok, somebody trademark that! Really excellent!!;)

Thanks guys for the highway peg ideas. As you can see from my "Join Date" I've been lurking around here for quite awhile. Probably since I first heard about the NC700 coupled with a DCT. Lots of good stuff here.

Just bought an '18 DCT with 2,500 miles on it from a Triumph Yamaha dealer that gets the trade-ins from local Harley dealers. Really nice shape. Givi crash bars, monokey luggage racks with power outlet and mini tool box, rear rack, touring windshield. Plus led aux lights, akrapovic muffler, hand...